Fort Lewis College Head Coach Bob Pietrack has been named the 2024 Red Auerbach Coach of the Year by the Jewish Coaches Association. This recognition comes after guiding the Skyhawks to their second consecutive 29-4 overall record, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Tournament Championship, and back-to-back appearances in the round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Fort Lewis College achieved a record of 29-4 overall in the 2023-24 season.
  • The team set a program record with 20-2 conference wins and achieved a No. 2 ranking on the NABC Top 25 Poll.
State of Play
  • The Skyhawks finished second in the regular season standings but secured their back-to-back RMAC Tournament Championship and a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
  • They achieved a program-record No. 2 ranking on the NABC Top 25 Poll and had impressive home game attendance statistics.
What's Next

Pietrack and the Skyhawks will aim to build on their success and continue their competitive performance in the upcoming seasons.

Bottom Line

Bob Pietrack's exceptional leadership and the team's remarkable performance have led to well-deserved recognition, marking a significant achievement in Fort Lewis College basketball history.