Tubby Smith Joins 2026 Hall of Fame Class
The National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame announces the Class of 2026, highlighting Tubby Smith’s storied career and the ceremony set for Kansas City in October 2026.
Jul 28, 2026
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Tubby Smith to be Inducted into 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Orlando “Tubby” Smith, who guided the University of Kentucky to the 1998 NCAA title, will be honored alongside Jay Wright, Danny Ainge and other icons at the October 22 ceremony in Kansas City.
Jul 28, 2026
Orlando “Tubby” Smith Joins 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Class
Orlando "Tubby" Smith, who led Kentucky to a national championship in his debut season and amassed a 263‑83 record over a decade, has been selected for the 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, joining a distinguished class that includes Jay Wright and Glen Rice.
Jul 28, 2026
Danny Ainge to be Inducted into Naismith Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Former BYU star Danny Ainge will be inducted into the Naismith Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026, joining Jay Wright, Tubby Smith, Ted Owens, Glen Rice and the late Walt Hazzard in a class that celebrates a generation of college basketball excellence.
Jul 28, 2026
Danny Ainge to be Inducted into Naismith Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Former BYU star and current Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge will be honored in the 2026 Naismith Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame class, joining a distinguished roster of coaches and players.
Jul 28, 2026
Glen Rice Earns Spot in 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Michigan star Glen Rice was announced as part of the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026, joining an elite group of players whose careers defined college basketball.
Jul 28, 2026
Glen Rice to be Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026
A look at Glen Rice’s storied career, from the 1989 NCAA championship to a 15‑year NBA run that earned him three All‑Star nods and a championship with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will be honored in the 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, recognizing his 19‑year tenure, six regular‑season conference titles and a legacy that shaped generations of Jayhawks.
Jul 28, 2026
Jay Wright Joins Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Former Villanova head coach Jay Wright will be inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame on October 22, joining a distinguished roster of coaches and players whose careers have shaped the sport.
Jul 28, 2026
Jay Wright to be Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The upcoming Hall of Fame ceremony in Kansas City will honor Jay Wright alongside a group of iconic coaches and players, celebrating a career defined by national championships, conference titles, and lasting influence on college basketball.
Jul 28, 2026
Orlando Smith Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Orlando Smith’s induction celebrates a coaching legacy that includes a national title, multiple SEC championships and formative work under George Felton at South Carolina.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will be honored in 2026 alongside a distinguished group of coaches, reflecting a legacy that shaped college basketball.
Jul 28, 2026
Tubby Smith Joins 2026 Hall of Fame Class
The National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame announces the induction of Tubby Smith and a distinguished group of players and coaches in October 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Jul 27, 2026
Jay Wright to be Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026
Jay Wright's upcoming induction highlights a career defined by championships, conference dominance and a lasting impact on the game.
Jul 27, 2026
Tubby Smith Earns Spot in College Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026
A legendary coach whose career spanned playing, teaching, and leading top programs, Tubby Smith will be inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame on Oct. 22, 2026.
Jul 27, 2026
Tubby Smith to Join Hall of Fame in 2026
Former Georgia and Kentucky coach Orlando “Tubby” Smith will be inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026, joining a distinguished class of legends.
Jul 27, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will join an elite group of basketball legends when he is enshrined in the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame this October, a testament to his enduring impact on the game.
Jul 27, 2026
Jay Wright Looks Back on a Hall of Fame Career
In a recent interview, Jay Wright revisits his 642 wins, two national titles and recent Hall of Fame honors, sharing the personal philosophy that guided his teams and the lasting impact of his players in the NBA.
Jul 27, 2026
Orlando “Tubby” Smith Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Orlando Tubby Smith will be welcomed into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame on October 22 in Kansas City, Missouri, joining a class that includes Jay Wright, Glen Rice and other iconic figures.
Jul 25, 2026
Kentucky Basketball’s High Hopes, Coaching Turmoil, and Governance Challenges
The University of Kentucky's men's basketball program grapples with soaring fan expectations, recent hall‑of‑fame honors for former coaches, and increasing scrutiny of its administrative structure.
Jul 25, 2026