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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 .
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HOME > JERRY’S STORY. This is the story of a man who has left a legacy of success in various professional sport and business ventures. 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.
Learn about Jerry Colangelo, the former managing director of the USA Basketball Men's National Team and a Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer. He led the team to four consecutive Olympic gold medals and seven FIBA or FIBA Americas titles from 2005 to 2021.
Learn about the life and achievements of Jerry Colangelo, one of the most innovative and influential owners in NBA history. He was the youngest general manager in professional sports, a four-time NBA executive of the year, and a two-time Olympic gold medalist as a managing director.
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.
Aug 2, 2021 · The Exit Interview: Jerry Colangelo. In advance of the men’s quarterfinal game against Spain on Tuesday, Colangelo, who will retire from his post after Tokyo, sat down for a conversation....
Jul 11, 2023 · Jerry Colangelo, the amazingly successful men’s national team managing director, is stepping down following the Tokyo Olympics. Jerry Colangelo, Long-Time Architect of USA Basketball, Reflects on a Golden Career - USA Basketball
