This resolution congratulates Gregg Popovich on his retirement, recognizing his historic coaching career with the San Antonio Spurs, marked by numerous championships, accolades, and contributions to basketball and the community.
Ernest "Tony" Gonzales
Representative
TX-23
This bill congratulates Gregg Popovich on his retirement after a record-setting career as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs. It recognizes his numerous achievements, including leading the Spurs to five NBA championships and holding the record for the most coaching wins in NBA history. The bill also acknowledges his contributions to the San Antonio community and his service in the United States Air Force. Finally, it directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to Coach Popovich.
Congress Drafts Formal Salute to Gregg Popovich, Citing Record Wins and May 2025 Retirement
This resolution is essentially Congress giving a formal hat tip to Gregg Popovich, the legendary Head Coach of the San Antonio Spurs, as he plans to retire on May 2, 2025. It’s not a law that changes your taxes or healthcare, but rather an official acknowledgment of a pretty stellar career in professional basketball. The document specifically calls out his record for the most wins by any head coach in NBA history and his significant contributions to the Spurs franchise, which he first joined back in 1988.
Chalking Up the Accolades
So, what exactly is Congress putting on the record? The resolution is packed with Popovich's career highlights. We're talking about leading the Spurs to five NBA championships (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, and 2014) and six Western Conference titles. It also notes his three NBA Coach of the Year awards (2003, 2012, 2014) and his four stints as NBA All-Star Game Head Coach. Beyond the NBA, the resolution gives a nod to his leadership of the U.S. Men's Olympic Basketball Team to a gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and his 2023 induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. It even mentions his roots as a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy and his five years of active duty service – details that paint a fuller picture of the man behind the clipboard.
More Than Just a Game
The resolution isn't just about the stats and trophies; it also aims to commend Popovich for his broader impact. It specifically recognizes his contributions not just to the San Antonio Spurs, where he served as Head Coach for an impressive 29 seasons starting in 1996, but also to the wider San Antonio community. Think of it as an official thank you note for decades of dedication that brought a lot of pride (and parades) to the city. The final step outlined is pretty straightforward: the Clerk of the House of Representatives will be directed to send a copy of this resolution directly to Gregg Popovich. It’s a formal way of saying, 'Well done, Coach,' and wishing him success in whatever comes next.