Chris Mack

Basketball

Chris Mack, the renowned American college basketball coach, has etched his name into the annals of the sport with a career spanning nearly three decades. Hailing from Ohio, Mack began his coaching journey at McAuley HS in 1993 before moving to Mount Notre Dame HS in 1995, where he garnered acclaim and a Coach of the Year award. This early success laid the foundation for a remarkable coaching career.

In 1999, Mack returned to his alma mater, Xavier University, as the Director of Basketball Operations. After a brief stint at Wake Forest, he rejoined Xavier in 2004, eventually ascending to the position of head coach in 2009. Under Mack’s leadership, the team achieved national recognition, securing a top 25 spot in 2010 and winning the Atlantic 10 Conference.

Mack’s coaching prowess reached new heights in 2016 when Xavier achieved its highest preseason ranking at No. 7. In 2018, he guided the team to the No.1 seed in the NCAA Tournament’s West Region, a historic accomplishment for the university. Mack’s tenure at Xavier solidified his reputation as one of the most respected coaches in college basketball.

In 2018, Mack took the helm at the University of Louisville, continuing his legacy of excellence. A mentor and inspirational leader, Chris Mack’s impact on the basketball world resonates far beyond the courts, leaving an indelible mark on the sport and shaping the next generation of talent.