College Sports: John Chaney one win away from 500 with Temple

One of John Chaney's first decisions at Temple was letting his players decide when to practice.

Some preferred the afternoon, others the evening and a few didn't care. When no unanimous decision could be reached, Chaney stepped in.

"He looked around and said, 'OK, I'll make one for you. Everyone be here at 5 o'clock -- in the morning!"' former Owls standout Ed Coe said. "So that's how that all started."

Through 23 seasons, 17 NCAA tournament appearances, a few controversies and lasting role as father figure, Chaney has gone his own way.

Through it all, he's managed to win.

With a win against Army in the first round of the Preseason NIT on Tuesday night, Chaney will have his 500th victory at Temple. The 2001 Hall of Fame inductee is 724-297 in 33 years as a coach at Division II Cheyney State and Temple, and 499-238 in 23 years with the Owls.

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Though he had some controversy last season, I still support the guy, and am glad to see him reaching this milestone this year. Congrats, Coach!

BTW, Coach did get the victory the other night, 69-37 over Army. Congratulations Coach!