Legendary Georgetown Basketball Coach John Thompson Dies At 78

Legendary Georgetown Basketball Coach John Thompson Dies At 78

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John Thompson, a pioneering African American coach, led Georgetown to its first NCAA title in 1984. He retired in 1999, leaving a legacy that included his son and Patrick Ewing as successors. Despite their efforts, neither matched his success. Thompson's teams made 20 NCAA tournament appearances in 27 seasons, with 14 consecutive. His family announced his death, noting his battle with health issues.

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How many seasons did Thompson coach Georgetown?

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What health issues did Thompson battle before his death?

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