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John Calipari issues statement on Roy Williams’ retirement

This morning’s news that Roy Williams is retiring from college basketball continues to reverberate through the sport. John Calipari just issued a statement on Williams’ retirement, congratulating the fellow Naismith Hall of Famer on his 33-year career as a head coach.

“I want to congratulate Roy Williams on a fantastic career and wish he and his wife, Wanda, the absolute best as they move on to the next part of their lives. I am so thankful for Roy’s friendship throughout the years. He is someone I could call about anything and did so many, many times.