Former Indiana, Texas Tech and Army head coach Bob Knight died at the age of 83, his family announced in a statement on Wednesday.
“It is with heavy hearts that we share that Coach Bob Knight passed away at his home in Bloomington surrounded by his family,” the statement said.
“We are grateful for all the thoughts and prayers, and appreciate the continued respect for our privacy as Coach requested a private family gathering, which is being honored.
We will continue to celebrate his life and remember him, today and forever as a beloved Husband, Father, Coach, and Friend.”