Shelbi McCall
Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County K-12 and the Monticello community are honoring Coach Pat Kennedy for his 500th career win on Thursday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. before the Jefferson Tigers’ home basketball game facing Community Leadership Academy. Legendary sports announcer Gene Deckerhoff will be presenting Coach Kennedy with a commemorative basketball celebrating the 500 wins.
With 31 years as a Division I men's basketball coach and leading Florida State University to the NCAA Tournament five times in 11 years (1986-97), Coach Kennedy is a vital component to the mission of restoring the roar. He has received numerous awards and honors, including the 2004-05 National Association Basketball Coaches (NABC) President, 1992 ACC Coach of the Year, 1985 MAAC Coach of the Year, 1984 NABC District Coach of the Year, Florida State University Hall of Fame, MAAC Hall of Fame, Iona College Hall of Fame, Kings College Hall of Fame, New Rochelle Hall of Fame and Red Bank Catholic HS Hall of Fame.
The public is invited to attend the event at Jefferson County K-12, located at 50 David Rd. in Monticello. Thursday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m.
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