Zipped Up: Akron No Longer Among Schools With Most 20-Win Years in Row
March 5th, 2018 - 20:26
The most ardent college hoops observer probably didn't realize Akron zipped along as one of only four NCAA Division I schools posting more than 20 victories each of the previous 12 seasons. After Memphis and Pittsburgh fell off the consecutive 20-win list three seasons ago and Ohio State bowed out two years ago, the Zips posted a losing mark this campaign, leaving Gonzaga and bluebloods Duke and Kansas as the three institutions notching more than 20 triumphs more than 20 seasons in a row (including best and worst campaigns during their streaks):
| School | Years | Coach(es) | Best Record (Season) | Worst Record (Season) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 29 | Roy Williams and Bill Self | 34-2 (1996-97) | 23-10 (1998-99) |
| Duke | 22 | Mike Krzyzewski | 37-2 (1998-99) | 22-11 (2006-07) |
| Gonzaga | 21 | Dan Monson and Mark Few | 36-1 (2016-17) | 23-11 (2006-07) |