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Glos Center
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio 45056
(513) 529-7592
(513) 529-1950 fax
newsinfo@muohio.edu
News Release
Charlie Coles announces retirement03/06/2012 |
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Coles finishes his career with a career record of 355-308, posting a 263-224 mark at Miami. With all 22 of his seasons as a head coach coming in the Mid-American Conference--including six at Central Michigan--he amassed a career record in MAC play of 218-156. Coles has more wins than any other coach in Miami history, more MAC wins than any other coach in conference history and tied for second on the MAC's career wins list. "Charlie Coles is an iconic figure in the history of Miami University as a student, athlete, server, leader, mentor and coach," said Brad Bates, Miami University athletics director. "He symbolizes all that is noble about the profession of coaching and his entire life has been dedicated to using a basketball curriculum to holistically develop young men. He is leaving an indelible mark on our program, our department and our university and the hundreds of people he has inspired, motivated and developed." Beyond the numbers, under Coles Miami players have excelled both on and off the court. While several players have gone on to professional careers, numerous others have gone on to successful careers in their respective fields. During his time at Miami, his squads' Academic Progress Rates traditionally exceeded the national averages and often led the Mid-American Conference. In 2001, Miami boasted the Anson Mount Scholar-Athlete of the Year in Mike Ensminger. Read more about Coles at www.muredhawks.com. |
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