Hall of Fame
Tony Bennett, arguably the most recognizable name in Green Bay athletics history, reigns not only as one of men's basketball's most successful players in program history, but now as an alumni, continues to put the University brand on a national stage with his success as head coach at the University of Virginia. Bennett played for the Phoenix from 1989-1992 finishing his career as Mid-Continent Conference's all-time leader in career points (2,285) and assists (601) and GB's all-time leader in both categories as well. He went on to be the 35th overall selection in the 1992 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets and played with the team for three seasons. He has since been named National Coach of the Year three times and owns an astonishing 364-136 record at Virginia, culminating in a National Championship in 2019. Because of his connection to the city of Green Bay, his success as both a player and now head coach at the highest collegiate level, Bennett keeps UW-Green Bay in the national spotlight on a year-round basis.
