Hall of Fame
1988-2002, 2003-07 // VALPARAISO (MEN'S BASKETBALL)
One of the most successful coaches in league history, Dr. Homer Drew turned Valparaiso into a notable college basketball program. A four-time Coach of the Year, Drew led his teams to eight regular season titles, eight tournament titles, and seven NCAA Tournament appearances on his way to becoming the league's winningest coach. From 1995-2000, Drew guided the Crusaders to a league-record six consecutive tournament championships. His most recognized squad reached the Sweet 16 after a pair of upsets as a No. 13 seed that turned Valpo into the 1998 NCAA Tournament's "Cinderella" story. Drew earned the Naismith Good Sportsmanship Award in 1998 and the Commissioner's Award of Merit in 2002. He also served as Valpo's Director of Athletics and his two sons each went on to become successful Division I head coaches.
