The Sacramento Kings organization is deeply saddened by the passing of Rick Adelman, a beloved coach whose leadership, character, and vision helped define an era of Kings basketball that inspired our city and captivated fans around the world.
During his eight seasons in Sacramento, he led the team to unprecedented success and helped create some of the most memorable moments in franchise history. For an entire generation of Kings fans, Coach Adelman represented the very best of Sacramento basketball, and he will be remembered for the way he inspired those around him – with humility, integrity, kindness, and an unwavering belief in the power of teamwork. His leadership helped establish a culture that continues to resonate throughout our organization today.
Our thoughts are with Mary Kay, his family, friends, former players, and all who loved him.
𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿, Gary Patterson
Congratulations Coach Patterson for being selected for the 2026 NFF College Football Hall of Fame class.
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@CamCox12 Gannon is trash for this. If you think this is acceptable then you have no idea what good looks like from a leader. Difference between one time dumb mistake and repeat errors.
@DWStraka49 Can’t even imagine the hurt and pain you all are feeling Dean, many many prayers for you and your family and your beautiful boy Preston. Wishing you all healing and strength in a very difficult time.
Welcome to the TCU Athletics Hall of Fame, Coach Patterson!
Coach Patterson spent 24 years as a TCU coach for the football team, setting the TCU all-time coaching record with 181 wins. Patterson won a total of 22 national coach of the year honors and guided the Horned Frogs to six conference championships, while mentoring 263 all-conference selections, 21 first team All-Americans and 55 NFL Draft picks.