Bob McKillop Retires After 33-Year Run as Davidson Coach

Head coach Bob McKillop of the Davidson Wildcats reacts to a play against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half in the first round game of the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C., on March 18, 2022. Eakin Howard/Getty Images

Bob McKillop attempted to choke back tears on Friday as he announced his retirement following 33 seasons as head coach of Davidson.

McKillop, 71, announced the news one day after the program’s most recognizable player, Stephen Curry, led the Golden State Warriors to their fourth NBA title in the last eight years. Curry was named the NBA Finals MVP after the Warriors defeated the Boston Celtics in six games.