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Subject: Engles steps down Author: Washington Lion [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] Date Posted: 14:42:06 03/10/25 Mon https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mzGZjezVTOGNHXSd4Q8t_u0e9SnEZURC/view NEW YORK — Columbia University head men's basketball coach Jim Engles will step down from his role, effective immediately, Campbell Family Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education Peter Pilling announced Monday. "Columbia has meant so much to me, and I've given everything I have to make this program the best it can be," Engles stated. “We may not have accomplished our ultimate goals, but I'm proud of the culture we built and the student-athletes we developed on and off the court. I also want to thank Peter Pilling for his support throughout the years and know the future of this program is bright." Engles re-joined the Lions in 2016 after an eight-year run with NJIT. He previously served as an assistant coach for Columbia from 2003-08. Engles guided the Lions to 71 victories, highlighted by non-conference wins over Temple in 2023 and Villanova in 2024. He coached six All-Ivy League selections, including a trio of 1,000-point scorers, and has had nine players go on to play professionally during his tenure. "We are grateful for Jim's leadership during his time at Columbia," said Pilling. "First and foremost, Jim is an outstanding person who dedicated a great deal of effort to achieving success here. We wish Jim and his family all the best." A national search for a replacement will commence immediately. [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ]

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[> Subject: Re: Engles steps down Author: Old Lion (no other choice) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 15:43:25 03/10/25 Mon This had to be brought to a conclusion. He could not win in the IL [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Re: Engles steps down Author: The Mountain Lion [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 21:26:48 03/10/25 Mon After nine miserable years the Engles Nightmare is finally over and Columbia Men's Basketball Fans can't wait to welcome a new coach asap into the Lion Basketball Family. Let's hope for a real quick turnaround. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: Re: Engles steps down Author: Old Lion (defense) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 22:15:34 03/10/25 Mon i would like to see a coach who recruits players who are willing to play defense. I would like to see a coach who can teach defense. We had an abominable defense—every IL opponent went for 90 against us. If there is a talent gap, which there is, then make up for it with players who play tough defense. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> Subject: Re: Engles steps down Author: Ivy Inquisitor [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 23:12:11 03/10/25 Mon Johnny Tauer could be an attractive candidate for Columbia and Penn. He’s lead St Thomas transition from D3 to D 1 , he’s guided them to back to back 20 win seasons. Even if Penn or Columbia were to pursue him, would he view an Ivy League offer a lateral move? As for Jim Engles did the athletic department give him the option of ending it on his own terms by providing him a sword to fall on? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Re: Engles steps down Author: Old Lion (Donohue) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 07:08:56 03/11/25 Tue I had thought that he was one of the very best IL coaches and am surprised that the wheels came off this year. What are the Penn guys saying? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]