Robert Montgomery Knight, nicknamed "the General" was an American legendary men’s basketball
coach, best known for winning three NCAA titles at Indiana. He retired with sport’s all-time victories
record. Knight's coaching career began in 1965 when he took over as the head coach of the Army Black
Knights. He quickly made a name for himself by implementing a disciplined and structured approach to
the game. In 1971, Knight moved to Indiana University, where he achieved his greatest successes.
... moreRobert Montgomery Knight, nicknamed "the General" was an American legendary men’s basketball
coach, best known for winning three NCAA titles at Indiana. He retired with sport’s all-time victories
record. Knight's coaching career began in 1965 when he took over as the head coach of the Army Black
Knights. He quickly made a name for himself by implementing a disciplined and structured approach to
the game. In 1971, Knight moved to Indiana University, where he achieved his greatest successes.
During his tenure at Indiana, which lasted until 2000, Knight led the Hoosiers to three NCAA
championships (1976, 1981, 1987). night's ability to develop players and instill a strong work ethic in
them was evident through the numerous NBA stars that emerged from his program. However, Knight's
coaching career was not without controversy. His fiery temper and confrontational style often landed
him in hot water. He was known for his outbursts towards players, referees, and even reporters. These
incidents tarnished his reputation and led to several disciplinary actions throughout his career. Despite
the controversies, Knight amassed an impressive record of 902 wins and 371 losses during his coaching
career, making him one of the winningest coaches in college basketball history. Knight was inducted into
the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1991.
