NEW YORK (UCFKnights.com) – UCF head coach Johnny Dawkins is among the 20 finalists for the 2017 Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year award, as announced on Monday.
In his first year at the helm, Coach Dawkins has led the Knights to a 24-11 overall record and one of the best seasons in program history. The UCF record for wins in a season during its Division I era is 25, set back in 2004-05.
In just the second National Invitation Tournament appearance in program history, Coach Dawkins has led UCF to three NIT victories. An opening round win over Colorado marked the first NCAA or NIT victory in program history, and Coach Dawkins added two more to the Knights resume with wins at Illinois State and over Illinois.
The Jim Phelan award is presented annually to the top coach in division I men's basketball. The recipient of the 2017 Phelan award will be announced in Phoenix, AZ site of the men's NCAA Division I Basketball Championship.
GET THE APP
Never miss any UCF Knights news from your favorite team by downloading the free UCF Knights app right to your iOS or Android phone! The app provides personalized information for men's and women's teams, scores, schedules, loyalty programs and even breaking news.
