Patrick Ewing, likely the biggest star from the Kicks’ mid-90s glory days, will return to his alma mater to take over as Georgetown Hoyas head coach. Ewing is currently the Associate Head Coach with the Charlotte Hornets, the second-in-command to a developing team on the edge of the NBA Playoffs race.
John Thompson III was let go on March 23rd, nearly two weeks ago - which feels like an eternity in a world where Athletic Directors and wealthy boosters often have their “next coach up” already in the queue. It took a little time, but the Hoyas seem to have found their coach, one with connection to the 80’s and to Big John Thompson Jr.