TUCSON, Ariz. Lute Olson, a legendary University of Arizona basketball coach who led to the Wildcats to the 1997 NCAA Championship, has passed away at the age of 85. God Bless them all. He took Iowa to the NCAA final four by holding the ball. In the East Regional Final, Iowa was down by as many in 14 in the second half, before rallying to defeat Georgetown (81-80) on a last second basket and free-throw by Steve Waite to advance to the Final Four. Try again later. "I thought, 'well, I'm just going to break that trend.' Lute! His 781 wins are 14th on the all time list for men's Division I basketball. Thanks for helping with Find a Grave! The saga that will never die. Also, rooted for the Wildcats during our Arizona winters. All Rights Reserved. Failed to delete photo request. The couple had been married 47 years and have five children and 13 grandchildren. Teammates Ronnie Lester and Mike "Tree" Henry accompanied Arnold. "I wasn't that interested because there were rumors that Long Beach was about to go on NCAA probation," Olson said. Mrs. Olson, the former Roberta Russell, was the wife of Arizona basketball coach Lute Olson. "[9], After graduating from Augsburg, Olson taught and coached high school basketball for 13 years. He was a class act and a roll model for a life well lived. He was 85. He also coached the US national team in the 1986 Federation Internationale de Basketball Amateur (FIBA) World Championship, the last US amateur basketball team to win in international competition. With Lester out, Guard Kenny Arnold had stayed in the line-up and played the entire season with a broken right thumb, leading the team in total points and assists with the injury. Published At the time I had the opportunity to get to know both Lute and Bobbie, I was Cathey Moody, married to Bill Moody. Lute Olson might be gone from the sidelines but the University of Arizona still has a season to play. While Coach will no longer be with us, his presence will be felt for generations to come. There is still one player in the NBA who was recruited and coached by Olson: Andre Iguodala of the Miami Heat. He was more than a coach to all of his players. Conference regular season champion "That was a fun team to coach." Please enter your email and password to sign in. Mayville, Traill County, North Dakota, USA. Many of these players (such as Steve Kerr, Mike Bibby, Jason Terry, and Gilbert Arenas) were not highly regarded on a national level in high school but flourished under Olson's system to eventually become college stars and productive NBA players. His former players, though, view him as the patriarch of a family bigger than basketball. They beat Virginia Commonwealth (86-72), North Carolina State (77-64) and #1 seed Syracuse (8877). Olson's family said he died Thursday evening. Please try again later. . Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. He also attends some NBA games to see his former Arizona players Steve Kerr (Golden State Warriors) and Luke Walton (Sacramento Kings) coach their respective NBA teams. [19], Five players 49ers players from that season were drafted into the NBA. It was announced 10 minutes prior to the game that he would be taking an indefinite leave of absence. Dear Lute, thank you for bringing so much joy and happiness to Tucson. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. He was 85. May God bless you! We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. His 781 career wins ranks 14th all-time among Division I mens basketball coaches. It was a pleasure knowing you. He was 85. [15], In 2002, Olson was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. CNN Lute Olson, who coached the Arizona Wildcats for 24 seasons from 1983 to 2008, passed away on Thursday at age 85, according to a statement from the University of Arizona. | Find, read and cite all the research you . We will see you again! Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). He will be greatly missed by all who love the University of Arizona., Lute Olson was so much more than a basketball coach, said University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins. [88], National champion USC might have won only twice in a span of 11 years against Lute Olson when Arizona was building its fortress in the desert, but those two wins were special. The silver-haired savant took Arizona to four Final Fours (1988, 1994, 1997, 2001) and seven Elite Eights. Lute's mother, Alinda, said Albert was "different" returning from WWI, some believed he may have been exposed to poison gas while working in a military construction battalion. Thanks for your help! His unspoken message: Catch up, get better or get trampled. I made it to 6-7 games at McHale and saw him off court a dozen times around Tucson. Division regular season champion [8] Olson took the position after desiring to coach in college and seizing the opportunity when Coach Rex Hughes left LBCC for the University of Nebraska. MetPublications is a portal to the Met's comprehensive publishing program featuring over five decades of Met books, Journals, Bulletins, and online publications on art history available to read, download and/or search for free. Feb 5, 2003 10,852 6,229 113. MetPublications is a portal to the Met's comprehensive publishing program featuring over five decades of Met books, Journals, Bulletins, and online publications on art history available to read, download and/or search for free. [18], Under Olson, the 49ers were ranked as high as #3 behind Coach John Wooden and player Bill Walton's UCLA squad and eventual NCAA Tournament Champion North Carolina State. In only his second year, the Wildcats notched their first winning season in six years and made the first of what would be 23 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances under his watch. Knope became concerned about "changes in (Olson's) behavior and trouble handling his increasing workload" and advised Olson to retire as a result: Knope said that Olson was "devastated" upon being informed of the MRI results and remained at home in Tucson; Olson has so far declined to comment publicly on his condition. And I just hope he's at peace with where he's at in his decision. Lute Olson, the white-haired dean of the desert who built the University of Arizona's basketball program into a rollicking national power, has died. Please reset your password. He was also head coach for the Iowa Hawkeyes for nine years and Long Beach State 49ers for one season. Lute Olson took an indefinite leave of absence to be with his ill wife after her condition took a sharp downturn late last month. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Rebecca Sasnett, Arizona Daily Star Rather than sit in that hotel, Olson gave the team Sunday off and arranged for a bus to take the players to. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Olson graduated in 1956 with double major in history and physical education and Olson was awarded the "Augsburg Honors Athlete Award," given annually to the top Augsburg male student-athlete. It was there, while singing in the church choir, that Lute first met Bobbi Russell. TUCSON - Lute Olson is viewed as one of college basketball's greatest coaches, and in Tucson, where he built his legacy at the University of Arizona, there was no bigger celebrity. Discovery Company. Learn more about merges. Olson, who coached the Arizona Wildcats for 24 seasons from 1983 to 2008, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020. Lute is a UA Legend and his legacy is forever written into the books of UA history! A free live stream of. Try again later. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Arizona coach Sean Miller said in a statement. An innovator. This account has been disabled. Head coach Lute Olson of Arizona during the men's Pacific 10 Tournament championship game in 2002. Bill had been an active member of the Valley National Bank Fiesta Bowl which was an honor for both of us. He was . CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: collegebasketball | pageType: stories | Read Full Obituary. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. He said he left Iowa because life there had become a "fishbowl" and he needed a change. "Now I play all the time. In 2009-10, college basketball debuted the Lute Olson Award. Two years later it would win 21 games, and five years later Olson had the Wildcats in the Final Four for the first time in school history, led by players Sean Elliott, Steve Kerr, Tom Tolbert, Anthony Cook and Jud Buechler -- all of whom would go on to play in the NBA. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. We have set your language to If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Brase played for the women's basketball team at the University of Arizona as a starting player for four years and had served as an assistant coach at Loyola Marymount University. A system error has occurred. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. My God provide comfort to each of you! You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. May God be with you during this loss, Lute Olson was a man that the city of Tucson will never forget. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. We are so grateful for everything you did for the University, Wildcat Nation, and our communities within and outside of basketball and coaching. Try again later. [14], Olson later said to the media of his move to LBCC, "I wanted a college job and at 35 I felt I couldn't wait much longer. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. I believed them, but they didn't tell me the truth. Coach Olson was a true gentleman. The less-than-graceful end of Olson's time with Arizona did not affect his standing in the community or with Arizona fans whatsoever. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. He made you feel good living in the Old Pueblo and proud to be an Arizonan. Our thoughts and prayers are with him, his family, his former players, and friends at this time. At Grand Forks, Olson played in his senior year for Coach Fritz Engel in both summer American Legion baseball and basketball, playing football for Coaches Bob Peskey and Louis King. ICONIC basketball coach Lute Olson has died aged 85. ). Still revered in Iowa. My bro who worked for BofA i those days in Tucson played golf with Lute and Kerr. Getting the Arizona job in 1983 ultimately meant Olson would settle in Tucson, Arizona, for life; he lived there all 12 years following his retirement. Olson led the Wildcats to the 1997 national championship and coached his team to three additional Final Four appearances. Did you encounter any technical issues? He made us feel like winners. "I got letters from Arizona,'' Martelli said. [24][25], In 19791980, Olson led the Hawkeyes to a Final Four appearance in the 1980 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament. There was an error deleting this problem. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Iowa had played in the antiquated Iowa Fieldhouse. He was a true leader in every sense of the word and displayed such integrity and compassion in every endeavor. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. In the NCAA, Iowa received a #5 seed in the East Regional. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. [32][33], After leading the Hawkeyes to the Final Four, Olson's Iowa teams made the next three NCAA Tournaments, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen in 1983, his final season at Iowa. Robert Shelton, University of Arizona president, said, "Lute Olson transformed the UA and Tucson into premier basketball countryArizona now stands in the company of great college basketball programs, and we have Lute to thank for that. The cause of death wasn't given. It's unlikely Midnight Lute got his name from any kind of last-minute antics that put him in Baffert's barm or under the silks of Mike Pegram and his partners. As a teenager, Olson was a great athlete. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. However, during an April 2008 press conference in which he appeared visibly annoyed and defensive with reporters, Olson announced that O'Neill would never coach at the University of Arizona again. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. There, he played football, basketball and one year of baseball. [34] After the season, Olson left Iowa for the University of Arizona. He did not return and Iowa fell to eventual NCAA champion Louisville 8072. "[16], His success was noticed in Long Beach, leading to an opportunity to enter the NCAA coaching ranks in 1973. Olson was placed in. God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family'sMy heartfelt condolences to the family's.. Godspeed Lute, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful NCAA basketball memories. [21][22], Olson left Long Beach for the University of Iowa and later remarked, "People didn't go from Long Beach to Iowa, they went from Iowa to Long Beach," Olson said. Great memories!! Hawkeye basketball was something people across the state identified with and loved . Lute Olson Signed Hardcover Book The Seasons of My Life Arizona Wildcats HC/DJ. The volume also includes extracts. 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In 1961, Olson and Bobbi moved west, first to Boulder, Colorado, where Olson was a middle school guidance counselor. 2. Our prayers with you all. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Lute Olson, the Hall of Fame coach who turned Arizona into a college basketball powerhouse, has died. I had the opportunity to meet coach Olson as a student at the University of Iowa. This browser does not support getting your location. Robert Luther Olson was born on a farm on Sept. 22, 1934, in Mayville, North Dakota. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. [7], Just a few months later, Olson's older brother Amos, who had returned from Mayville State College to run the family farm, died in a tractor accident on the farm. His children and friends are in my prayers. Lute and my father coached against each other in Minnesota while Lute was coaching high school basketball in Two Harbors, Minnesota. Over 25 years in Tuscon, Olson oversaw the Arizona Wildcats' program blossom into a national powerhouse. Bobbi Olson was diagnosed with Stage 3C - a common and advanced form - of ovarian cancer in the summer of 1998 while she and her husband were . The unveiling was attended my many former Arizona players as well as Olson's family. Arizona knocked off blue bloods Kansas (probably the best team in the sport that season), North Carolina and reigning champion Kentucky en route to winning it all. Olson grew up in Hatton and Mayville, N.D., graduated from Grand Forks Central High School and became one of the most successful college basketball coaches of all time during a 25-year career at . Olson graduated from Augsburg in 1956 with a double major in history and physical education. It is annually given to the best player who has been at his school for at least two full seasons. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. He went onto coaching at Long Beach State University and Iowa before going to Arizona. One of the enduring images that goes along with the 1997 title is CBS capturing one of Olson's players, Bennett Davison, messing up his hair upon upsetting No. The Lute Olson National Player of the Year award is given annually to the top player in . [10][11], Olson enrolled at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, Minnesota after completing high school. 1, 2 or 3 but often found themselves the victim of a first- or second-round upset. Lute Olson Scandinavian-American Hall of Fame 2010 Inductee "IT WAS LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT . [86], Olson is the namesake of The Lute Olson Award. Rest in Peace Coach O. "[16], Olson followed Jerry Tarkanian as coach, and Tarkanian had built the program into a National power, before leaving for the University of Nevada-Las Vegas. The ex-husband and former in-laws of a slain Hong Kong model have. [61] After a day of speculation fueled by initial reports by Dick Vitale of ESPN,[62] Livengood formally announced Olson's retirement afternoon of October 23. Back in '86 with Kerr, Elliott, Tolbert, and Craig McMillan doing their thing, I went to Tucson on vacation from Scramento where I worked for the post office. Olson won 46 games in 28 NCAA Tournament showings. Robert Luther Olson was born on a farm on Sept. 22, 1934, in Mayville, North Dakota. Arizona athletic director Jim Livengood also said assistant and former Wildcat guard Miles Simon (a key player on Olson's 1997 national championship team) would no longer coach. 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