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Jerry Colangelo (born November 20, 1939) is an American businessman and sports executive. He formerly owned the Phoenix Suns of the NBA , the Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA , the Arizona Sandsharks of the Continental Indoor Soccer League , the Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League , and the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball .
Jerry Colangelo embodies the quintessential story of a “hometown boy made good”. He grew up in a house that his grandfather constructed with wood from railroad cars. Once a gangly kid from the working-class Hungry Hills neighborhood in Chicago Heights, he often left home with a salt shaker in his pocket.
Nov 16, 2022 · The former Suns and Diamondbacks owner hosts the Basketball Hall of Fame Golf Classic and the Integrity Summit in October. He shares his attitude, health and legacy with sports legends and business leaders.
Jerry Colangelo is a legendary NBA owner and executive who led the Phoenix Suns to the finals and helped create the WNBA. He also won two Olympic gold medals as managing director and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2004.
Jerry Colangelo is a Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer and a former managing director of USA Basketball. He retired in August 2021 after leading the national teams to multiple medals and titles in various international competitions.
Mar 21, 2001 · Learn about Jerry Colangelo's achievements and contributions to the Phoenix Suns, the NBA, baseball and the city of Phoenix. He is a four-time NBA Executive of the Year, a World Series champion, a community leader and a sports icon.
Oct 12, 2021 · The former Suns and Diamondbacks owner will receive a tribute luncheon and a scholarship endowment from Chicanos Por La Causa. Current Suns owner Robert Sarver also donated to the scholarship fund and praised Colangelo's impact on the community.
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