Former LSU men's basketball coach John Brady will be inducted into the Louisiana Association of Basketball Coaches (LABC) Hall of Fame this Saturday. Brady, who previously entered the LSU Athletics Hall of Fame, coached the Tigers from 1997 to 2008, leading them to notable NCAA achievements including a Sweet 16 appearance in 2000 and a Final Four run in 2006. His tenure was marked by resilience, particularly post-Hurricane Katrina, as he helmed a team of local players that won the Southeastern Conference title that year. Brady boasts a total of 192 wins at LSU and over 400 career victories coaching at Samford, LSU, and Arkansas State.

By the Numbers
  • 192 career wins at LSU
  • Over 400 total wins across coaching stops at Samford, LSU, and Arkansas State
State of Play
  • Brady's induction follows previous honors, including entry into the LSU Athletics Hall of Fame in September
  • Awards banquet will recognize several top players and coaches from Louisiana's collegiate and high school levels
What's Next

Following the LABC induction, Brady will also be honored at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame ceremonies in June, further solidifying his legacy in Louisiana basketball.

Bottom Line

Brady's contributions to LSU and Louisiana basketball are significant, marked by a commitment to local talent and impressive coaching milestones. His upcoming induction reaffirms not just his individual achievements, but also the broader impact he’s made on the sport in the region.