Joe Lombard
Canyon High School
Impact Statement
“It’s not just about the wins and losses, but it’s about the big picture of what we can do to help students”
-Joe Lombard
Biography
“Joe Lombard continues to reach the highest levels of excellence in high school coaching,” said NHSCA executive director Bob Ferraro. “The NHSCA is proud to honor him as the National High School Girls Basketball Coach of the Year.”
Lombard saw his Canyon Lady Eagles collect for him a 10th state girls’ basketball title this past season (2003). The state championship is yet another reward in a remarkable run over the past 15 years that has seen Lombard’s teams compile a record of 844-77. During those same 15 years, the Lady Eagles have won 15 consecutive district titles and put together a 164-2 record in district play.
Lombard is still actively coaching at Canyon and is assisted by his son Tate. Lombard and his Lady Eagles have now won 19 State Championships. He boasts a 1,344-124 career record, with a 91.6 winning percentage, which is second in the NFHS record book.
Lombard was twice recognized in Sports Illustrated‘s “Faces in the Crowd.”
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