John Calipari

National Champion & Head Basketball Coach of the University of Arkansas

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Lexington, KY, USA
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John Calipari Biography

John Calipari, current head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks, has left an indelible mark in the world of basketball with a coaching career that spans several decades and various teams. Starting as an assistant coach at the University of Kansas, the University of Pittsburgh, and the Philadelphia 76ers, Calipari eventually took the helm at the University of Massachusetts, New Jersey Nets, the University of Memphis, and finally, Kentucky. His coaching philosophy, encapsulated in the popular "dribble drive motion offense" or the "Memphis Attack," has redefined team dynamics and strategies in the sport. With 667 victories in 22 official seasons as a collegiate head coach and 15 NCAA tournament appearances, including a championship win in 2012, Calipari's record speaks for itself.

Calipari's career has been marked by a knack for identifying and nurturing talent, as evidenced by the 25 players he coached into the first round of the NBA draft after their first season. His tenure at the University of Massachusetts saw the team clinch five consecutive Atlantic 10 titles and NCAA Tournament appearances, a testament to his ability to create cohesive and successful teams. Notably, his 1992 UMass team was recognized as an overachieving unit, a feat achieved despite having limited access to McDonald's All-Americans and NBA-drafted players. His success continued at the University of Memphis, where he led the team to seven consecutive 20-win seasons and popularized the dribble drive motion offense. Since 2009, Calipari has been at the helm of the Kentucky Wildcats, leading the team to multiple SEC Regular Season and SEC Tournament Championships. In 2024, Calipari announced that he would be heading to the University of Arkansas with a five-year contract.

Throughout his career, Calipari has been recognized for his significant contributions to basketball. He was inducted into the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame in 2004 and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2015. His achievements have also been documented in several books, including "Bounce Back: Overcoming Setbacks to Succeed in Business and in Life" and "Players First: Coaching from the Inside Out," which he co-authored. Calipari's coaching legacy extends beyond individual teams, as many of his assistant coaches have gone on to become NCAA or NBA head coaches themselves.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/09/2024.

John Calipari Speaking Topics

  • Peak Performance

  • Leadership Development

  • Team Building Strategies

  • Refuse To Lose

John Calipari Videos

  • John Calipari Interview on Bracketology (ESPN) - 2017 NCAA Tournament
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  • John Calipari speech at UK Alumni Luncheon in Louisville

John Calipari Books

  • Players First: Success from the Inside Out
    Players First: Success from the Inside Out
  • The Bluest State: My First Year as Head Coach of College Basketball's Winningest Program
    The Bluest State: My First Year as Head Coach of College Basketball's Winningest Program
  • Bounce Back: Overcoming Setbacks to Succeed in Business and in Life
    Bounce Back: Overcoming Setbacks to Succeed in Business and in Life
  • Refuse to Lose
    Refuse to Lose
  • Basketball's Half-Court Offense
    Basketball's Half-Court Offense

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John Calipari is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Peak Performance, Leadership Development, Team Building Strategies and Refuse To Lose. The estimated speaking fee range to book John Calipari for your event is available upon request. John Calipari generally travels from Lexington, KY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Roy Williams, Joe Torre, Mike Ditka, Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Jay Wright. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Calipari for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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