Bloomington, IN – In a shocking move, Indiana University has announced that basketball legend Isiah Thomas is returning to his alma mater as the new head coach of the Hoosiers. Thomas, who led the Hoosiers to a National Championship in 1981, is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Indiana basketball history.
“We are thrilled to welcome Isiah Thomas back to Indiana University as our new head coach,” said IU Athletic Director, Scott Dolson. “Isiah’s passion, leadership, and commitment to excellence make him the perfect fit to lead our program back to national prominence.”
Thomas, a 12-time NBA All-Star and two-time NBA champion, has had a storied career in basketball, both on and off the court. After retiring from the NBA, Thomas went on to become a successful coach and executive, serving as the head coach of the Indiana Pacers and the New York Knicks.
“I am honored and humbled to return to my alma mater as the head coach of the Hoosiers,” said Thomas. “I am excited to build on the rich tradition of Indiana basketball and to help develop the next generation of Hoosier stars.”
Thomas’s return to Indiana has sent shockwaves of excitement throughout the college basketball world, with many predicting that he will bring a new level of energy and excitement to the program.
“Isiah Thomas is a Hoosier legend and a true icon in the world of basketball,” said IU President, Pamela Whitten. “We are delighted to welcome him back to Indiana University and to have him lead our men’s basketball program.”
With Thomas at the helm, the Hoosiers are expected to be a major force in college basketball next season. Fans of the team are eagerly anticipating the upcoming season, and Thomas’s return is sure to generate a buzz of excitement throughout the state of Indiana.
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