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Ahead of a high-profile Duke–St. John’s NCAA showdown, the column frames the game as St. John’s chance to stake its claim in March Madness 2026, riding momentum from a win over Kansas and drawing on Lou Carnesecca’s 1979 Selection Sunday memory to underscore the program’s ongoing pursuit of relevance in the evolving Big East era.
St. John's University honored the late Lou Carnesecca with a commanding 88-71 victory over Kansas State in the Big East-Big 12 Battle. After trailing by 10 points in the first half, the Red Storm surged in the second half, led by Zuby Ejiofor's 28 points and 13 rebounds. Coach Rick Pitino, wearing a sweater in tribute to Carnesecca, guided the team to a spirited performance, marked by strong defense and effective ball movement, to secure the win at Carnesecca Arena.
Lou Carnesecca, the legendary St. John's University basketball coach known for his colorful sweaters and charismatic presence, has died at 99. Carnesecca led St. John's for 24 seasons, achieving 18 NCAA Tournament appearances and a Final Four run in 1985. A Hall of Fame inductee in 1992, he was celebrated for his dedication to the game and his players, leaving a lasting legacy in New York sports. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and extended family.
Lou Carnesecca, the legendary basketball coach of St. John's University, has passed away at the age of 99. Known for his remarkable career and contributions to college basketball, Carnesecca left a lasting legacy in the sport.
Lou Carnesecca, the legendary St. John's University basketball coach, passed away at 99. Known for his colorful personality and successful coaching career, Carnesecca led St. John's to 526 wins and a Final Four appearance in 1985. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1992. Carnesecca, who also coached the ABA's Nets, was celebrated for his dedication to his players and his iconic "lucky sweater." He is survived by his wife, Mary, and daughter, Enes.
Legendary Hall of Fame basketball coach Lou Carnesecca, who led St. John's University to national prominence with over 500 wins, three Big East titles, and a 1985 Final Four appearance, has died at 99. Known for his colorful sweaters and impactful relationships, Carnesecca coached St. John's from 1965 to 1970 and again from 1973 to 1992, achieving a .725 win percentage. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1992, and St. John's honored him by renaming their basketball facility Carnesecca Arena in 2004.
Rick Pitino plans to bring in six-to-eight new players to restore St. John's men's basketball team to prominence. He named standout center Joel Soriano as captain and praised school legend Lou Carnesecca for building a legendary program. Pitino took the St. John's job after coaching Iona for three years.
St. John's is focusing on hiring Rick Pitino as their next basketball coach, and the legendary former coach Lou Carnesecca has given his endorsement for the move. Pitino, who has led Iona University to two MAAC regular-season crowns and two MAAC Tournament titles in the last three years, was offered the job on Sunday night, and a source close to him expects him to make a decision in the coming days. The university president, Rev. Brian Shanley, has been "relentless" in his pursuit of Pitino, who has expressed a desire to tour the campus and facilities before agreeing to any deal.
Former St. John's head coach Lou Carnesecca believes that Rick Pitino is the only choice to take over the RedStorm's vacant men's head basketball coaching position. St. John's is reportedly seeking to complete a deal with Pitino in the coming days, and the ball is now in his court to decide. Pitino has won 711 games and led three programs to the Final Four, winning the national championship in 1996 with Kentucky and again in 2013 with Louisville.