BOB
HUGGINS (Cincinnati): Bruiser Flint might question this
choice, but there was never a question in my mind that Coach
Huggins would make the cut. Huggins brings Robert Mitchum-like
qualities to the game. He is stern, imposing and if he doesn't
like you he will most certainly enlighten you to that fact. One of
the best ways to measure any coach is by his relationship with his
former players and ex-Bearcats love him. Loyalty tops his list of
mandatory qualities. If you are going into battle you want Bob
Huggins in the trenches with you.
TRENT
JOHNSON (Nevada): He is one of the true gentlemen of college
basketball. Last season he took the Wolf Pack to the NIT, but true
to form, Johnson is not one to rest on his laurels. His brand of
basketball is simple: hard work, dedication, discipline and
defense. That philosophy and his relentless drive have led Johnson
to be named one of the Top 10 Coaches on the Rise by Athlon Sports
Magazine.
BYRON
JONES (UNC-Wilmington): This is just his second season at
Wilmington, but he has already made a big impression on head coach
Brad Brownell who said, "he is an outstanding individual." Prior
to UNCW, Jones was very instrumental in the turn-around at Denver.
He signed at least one All-Sun Belt Conference player in each of
the school's four years in the league. An unheralded recruiter,
Jones has helped to improve the talent base at every place he has
been. One day he will get his opportunity to be a head coach.
GREG
KAMPE (Oakland): Very low-key, but highly motivated, Greg
Kampe has quietly done a fantastic job at Oakland. In the Golden
Grizzlies first season at the division I level, they broke
Valparaiso's run of regular season Mid-Continent championships.
His achievements have gone virtually unrecognized, but fellow
coaches are very familiar with his coaching excellence. But Kampe
doesn't spend his time making the rounds at the Final Four. Like
his coaching, he goes about his business unnoticed.
KERRY
KEATING (UCLA): He has the look of a GQ cover boy, but he
certainly doesn't act like it. Keating is the epitome of the guy
next store. The type of guy you would like your daughter to bring
home. Such qualities are direct results of good genes. His father,
Larry, who is an assistant to the athletic director at Kansas, is
undoubtedly proud. The younger Keating also happens to be a
terrific young coach. Last spring he had some opportunities to
pursue a head coaching position, but opted instead to join Ben
Howland's staff. Those opportunities will be when Keating is
ready.
DEREK
KELLOGG (Memphis): After one season at Youngstown State, the
30-year old Kellogg has spent the past three with John Calipari.
Kellogg played for Calipari at UMass and during his four seasons,
the Minutemen posted a 111-24 record and advanced to the NCAA
Tournament each year, including the Elite Eight in 1995. Described
by Bruiser Flint as a "pretty boy," Kellogg has used more than his
good looks to establish himself as a solid recruiter. In addition
to coaching and on-campus recruiting, Kellogg is responsible for
breaking down film and scouting opponents.
PATRICK
KNIGHT (Texas Tech): Two years ago Patrick Knight left the
bachelor life behind, but being married obviously does not
preclude one from being named to the Top 50. In addition to his
model look, coach Knight has winning in his blood. Part of two Big
Ten championship teams at Indiana, Knight has learned from the
best. In 1998, he got his first head coaching position as the
leader of the Wisconsin Blast of the International Basketball
Association. After a 3-5 start, Patrick led his team to a 16-10
record over the last 26. A great young coach and a great young
person.
JIM
LARRANAGA (George Mason): You don't have to be a slick-young
coach to make this list. You can be a dashing elder statesman as
well and that is exactly what Coach Larranaga is. The very
distinguished Larranaga is highly regarded as one of the top
coaches in the game. After doing a tremendous job at Bowling
Green, Larranaga has taken George Mason to new heights. Just a
stone's throw from the nation's capital, Larranaga has a
Presidential look about him. He is a total class act.
STEVE
LAVIN (ESPN): There is talk that he could return to coaching
next season in the Big Ten, but for now is without question the
best college basketball analyst on television. At UCLA, Lavin was
under the microscope more than an Ebola strain at the CDC. But
this season he has been able to cut lose. The former, and probably
soon to be, coach has brought a lot of character to the College
Game Night set. The trio of Lavin, Davis and Bilas is a real
winner. Steve, they are paying you well and you don't have to
answer to the media so stay in Bristol.
BRIAN
LOYD (Oregon State): This list was made for Brian Loyd. He is
the coolest, most confident and most debonair coach in America.
Oh, those were the quotes he gave me about himself. No he didn't
actually provide those quotes, but his coaching friends will tell
you that they are not far off. In all seriousness, Loyd is a
quality guy who personifies class. He is one of the up-and-coming
coaches on the West Coast. According to Coach Magarity, there has
been talk that one day the character of James Bond could be played
by an African-American. Well who better than Mr. Loyd to play the
role. Can't you hear him saying it, "The name is Loyd, Brian
Loyd."
BOB
HUGGINS (Cincinnati): Bruiser Flint might question this
choice, but there was never a question in my mind that Coach
Huggins would make the cut. Huggins brings Robert Mitchum-like
qualities to the game. He is stern, imposing and if he doesn't
like you he will most certainly enlighten you to that fact. One of
the best ways to measure any coach is by his relationship with his
former players and ex-Bearcats love him. Loyalty tops his list of
mandatory qualities. If you are going into battle you want Bob
Huggins in the trenches with you. 
TRENT
JOHNSON (Nevada): He is one of the true gentlemen of college
basketball. Last season he took the Wolf Pack to the NIT, but true
to form, Johnson is not one to rest on his laurels. His brand of
basketball is simple: hard work, dedication, discipline and
defense. That philosophy and his relentless drive have led Johnson
to be named one of the Top 10 Coaches on the Rise by Athlon Sports
Magazine. 
BYRON
JONES (UNC-Wilmington): This is just his second season at
Wilmington, but he has already made a big impression on head coach
Brad Brownell who said, "he is an outstanding individual." Prior
to UNCW, Jones was very instrumental in the turn-around at Denver.
He signed at least one All-Sun Belt Conference player in each of
the school's four years in the league. An unheralded recruiter,
Jones has helped to improve the talent base at every place he has
been. One day he will get his opportunity to be a head coach. 
GREG
KAMPE (Oakland): Very low-key, but highly motivated, Greg
Kampe has quietly done a fantastic job at Oakland. In the Golden
Grizzlies first season at the division I level, they broke
Valparaiso's run of regular season Mid-Continent championships.
His achievements have gone virtually unrecognized, but fellow
coaches are very familiar with his coaching excellence. But Kampe
doesn't spend his time making the rounds at the Final Four. Like
his coaching, he goes about his business unnoticed.
KERRY
KEATING (UCLA): He has the look of a GQ cover boy, but he
certainly doesn't act like it. Keating is the epitome of the guy
next store. The type of guy you would like your daughter to bring
home. Such qualities are direct results of good genes. His father,
Larry, who is an assistant to the athletic director at Kansas, is
undoubtedly proud. The younger Keating also happens to be a
terrific young coach. Last spring he had some opportunities to
pursue a head coaching position, but opted instead to join Ben
Howland's staff. Those opportunities will be when Keating is
ready.
DEREK
KELLOGG (Memphis): After one season at Youngstown State, the
30-year old Kellogg has spent the past three with John Calipari.
Kellogg played for Calipari at UMass and during his four seasons,
the Minutemen posted a 111-24 record and advanced to the NCAA
Tournament each year, including the Elite Eight in 1995. Described
by Bruiser Flint as a "pretty boy," Kellogg has used more than his
good looks to establish himself as a solid recruiter. In addition
to coaching and on-campus recruiting, Kellogg is responsible for
breaking down film and scouting opponents.
PATRICK
KNIGHT (Texas Tech): Two years ago Patrick Knight left the
bachelor life behind, but being married obviously does not
preclude one from being named to the Top 50. In addition to his
model look, coach Knight has winning in his blood. Part of two Big
Ten championship teams at Indiana, Knight has learned from the
best. In 1998, he got his first head coaching position as the
leader of the Wisconsin Blast of the International Basketball
Association. After a 3-5 start, Patrick led his team to a 16-10
record over the last 26. A great young coach and a great young
person. 
JIM
LARRANAGA (George Mason): You don't have to be a slick-young
coach to make this list. You can be a dashing elder statesman as
well and that is exactly what Coach Larranaga is. The very
distinguished Larranaga is highly regarded as one of the top
coaches in the game. After doing a tremendous job at Bowling
Green, Larranaga has taken George Mason to new heights. Just a
stone's throw from the nation's capital, Larranaga has a
Presidential look about him. He is a total class act.
STEVE
LAVIN (ESPN): There is talk that he could return to coaching
next season in the Big Ten, but for now is without question the
best college basketball analyst on television. At UCLA, Lavin was
under the microscope more than an Ebola strain at the CDC. But
this season he has been able to cut lose. The former, and probably
soon to be, coach has brought a lot of character to the College
Game Night set. The trio of Lavin, Davis and Bilas is a real
winner. Steve, they are paying you well and you don't have to
answer to the media so stay in Bristol.
BRIAN
LOYD (Oregon State): This list was made for Brian Loyd. He is
the coolest, most confident and most debonair coach in America.
Oh, those were the quotes he gave me about himself. No he didn't
actually provide those quotes, but his coaching friends will tell
you that they are not far off. In all seriousness, Loyd is a
quality guy who personifies class. He is one of the up-and-coming
coaches on the West Coast. According to Coach Magarity, there has
been talk that one day the character of James Bond could be played
by an African-American. Well who better than Mr. Loyd to play the
role. Can't you hear him saying it, "The name is Loyd, Brian
Loyd."