Breaking News: Nebraska Head Coach Hoiberg Has been Honored with a Prestigious Award ACC Coach of the Year.. ..

Fred Hoiberg, the head coach of the University of Nebraska men’s basketball team, has been honored with the 2024 Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year award. This prestigious accolade is presented annually to the nation’s top Division I coach, recognizing exceptional leadership and success in collegiate basketball. citeturn0search0

In the 2023-24 season, Coach Hoiberg led the Cornhuskers to a remarkable 23-11 record, marking one of the most successful seasons in the program’s history. Under his guidance, Nebraska secured its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2014. The 23 victories were the most since the team won a school-record 26 games in the 1990-91 season. The Huskers also achieved a 12-8 record in the Big Ten Conference, finishing third—their best conference finish since joining the Big Ten in 2011-12 and the program’s best since the 1992-93 season. citeturn0search0

Throughout the season, Nebraska showcased resilience and competitiveness, securing two wins over top-10 teams, including a historic victory over then-No. 1 Purdue—the program’s first win over a top-ranked team since 1982. Additionally, the Huskers reached the Big Ten Tournament semifinals for the first time in program history, further highlighting the team’s impressive performance under Coach Hoiberg’s leadership. citeturn0search0

The Jim Phelan Award is named in honor of the legendary coach who spent his entire head coaching career at Mount Saint Mary’s University. Phelan graduated from La Salle University in 1951 and played one season in the NBA with the Philadelphia Warriors. After a brief professional career, he began his coaching journey at Mount St. Mary’s in 1954. Over 49 years, Phelan amassed 830 wins, leading his teams to 16 Division II NCAA tournaments, including a national championship in 1962. He was inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008. citeturn0search0

Coach Hoiberg’s recognition as the Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year underscores his dedication and the significant strides made by the Nebraska basketball program. His leadership has not only revitalized the team but also brought national attention to the Cornhuskers’ achievements this season.

For more insights into Coach Hoiberg’s coaching philosophy and the team’s journey this season, you can watch the following video:

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