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>>> Named Coach of the Year four times in three different conferences:

1990 - Marshall University (Southern Conference)

1993 - Kansas State University (Big Eight Conference)

2001 & 2002 - Creighton University (Missouri Valley Conference)

>>> Spent 16 seasons at Creighton where he became the school’s all-time

winningest coach with a record of 327-176 (.650).

On April 26, 2010, Dana Altman was named the 19th head coach in the On April 26, 2010, Dana Altman was named the 19th head coach in the history of the University of Oregon men’s basketball program. Altman arrived history of the University of Oregon men’s basketball program. Altman arrived at UO after spending 16 seasons at Creighton University where he became the at UO after spending 16 seasons at Creighton University where he became the school’s all-time winningest coach with a record of 327-176 (.650).school’s all-time winningest coach with a record of 327-176 (.650).

He led Creighton to 13 consecutive postseason appearances, a stretch of He led Creighton to 13 consecutive postseason appearances, a stretch of 11 straight seasons with 20-plus wins, all while producing 10 or more league 11 straight seasons with 20-plus wins, all while producing 10 or more league victories in each of the last 14 seasons. Those three feats have gone unmatched victories in each of the last 14 seasons. Those three feats have gone unmatched in the 103 years of the Missouri Valley Conference.in the 103 years of the Missouri Valley Conference.

He has won four Coach-of-the-Year awards from three diff erent conferences He has won four Coach-of-the-Year awards from three diff erent conferences spanning 13 seasons, including back-to-back MVC coaching honors while he spanning 13 seasons, including back-to-back MVC coaching honors while he was at the Omaha, Neb., educational institution in 2001 and 2002. Altman was was at the Omaha, Neb., educational institution in 2001 and 2002. Altman was

a fi nalist for the Naismith National Coach of the Year Award and was named the a fi nalist for the Naismith National Coach of the Year Award and was named the NABC District 12 and USBWA District VI Coach of the Year following the 2002-03 NABC District 12 and USBWA District VI Coach of the Year following the 2002-03 campaign.campaign.

Creighton participated in seven NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournaments and Creighton participated in seven NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournaments and fi ve National Invitation Tournaments under Altman, advancing to the second fi ve National Invitation Tournaments under Altman, advancing to the second round of the NCAA championships in both the 1998-99 and 2001-02 seasons. He round of the NCAA championships in both the 1998-99 and 2001-02 seasons. He led the school to a MVC regular-season title in 2000-01 - its fi rst in 10 years. The led the school to a MVC regular-season title in 2000-01 - its fi rst in 10 years. The Bluejays posted a school-record 29 wins in 2002-03, fi nishing the season 15th in Bluejays posted a school-record 29 wins in 2002-03, fi nishing the season 15th in the Associated Press poll and 23rd in the coaches’ voting.the Associated Press poll and 23rd in the coaches’ voting.

Altman fi nished his career at Creighton ranking third all-time on the MVC list Altman fi nished his career at Creighton ranking third all-time on the MVC list of all-time wins (327), trailing only Basketball Hall of Fame coaches Henry Iba of all-time wins (327), trailing only Basketball Hall of Fame coaches Henry Iba

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT COACH ALTMAN

(486) and Eddie Hickey (337). In 2007, he was one of 10 coaches named as part (486) and Eddie Hickey (337). In 2007, he was one of 10 coaches named as part of the MVC’s All-Centennial Team.of the MVC’s All-Centennial Team.

His teams claimed shares of three regular-season Missouri Valley Conference His teams claimed shares of three regular-season Missouri Valley Conference championships (including the 2008-09 crown) and six conference post-season championships (including the 2008-09 crown) and six conference post-season tournament titles.tournament titles.

Student-athletes under his direction have earned six All-America honors on Student-athletes under his direction have earned six All-America honors on the court and four Academic All-America laurels in the classroom. Three players the court and four Academic All-America laurels in the classroom. Three players he coached at Creighton - Kyle Korver, Rodney Buford and Anthony Tolliver - he coached at Creighton - Kyle Korver, Rodney Buford and Anthony Tolliver - have played in the NBA.have played in the NBA.

Along the way, Creighton established school records for most victories in a Along the way, Creighton established school records for most victories in a two-year (52), three-year (76) and four-year span (99). From 1998-99 through two-year (52), three-year (76) and four-year span (99). From 1998-99 through 2008-09, Creighton was one of just six schools to win 20 or more games each 2008-09, Creighton was one of just six schools to win 20 or more games each of those seasons, an elite list that also included Duke, Florida, Gonzaga, Kansas of those seasons, an elite list that also included Duke, Florida, Gonzaga, Kansas

and Syracuse. In addition, Altman’s teams have ranked in the top 30 nationally in and Syracuse. In addition, Altman’s teams have ranked in the top 30 nationally in attendance each of the past seven years.attendance each of the past seven years.

The 2009-10 season saw Creighton average 14,495 fans per game to rank The 2009-10 season saw Creighton average 14,495 fans per game to rank 15th nationally in attendance. The Bluejays went 15-2 in home games, including 15th nationally in attendance. The Bluejays went 15-2 in home games, including a 13-2 mark at Qwest Center Omaha. Creighton, which advanced to the third a 13-2 mark at Qwest Center Omaha. Creighton, which advanced to the third round of the CollegeInsider.com Postseason Tournament, fi nished with an 18-round of the CollegeInsider.com Postseason Tournament, fi nished with an 18-10 overall record, narrowly missing its 12th straight 20-win season. Creighton, 10 overall record, narrowly missing its 12th straight 20-win season. Creighton, fi nishing 10-8 in MVC play, extended its streak to 14 straight seasons with 10 or fi nishing 10-8 in MVC play, extended its streak to 14 straight seasons with 10 or more conference wins.more conference wins.

Creighton recorded 27 wins during the 2008-09 season, the second-best Creighton recorded 27 wins during the 2008-09 season, the second-best victory total for a single-season in school history. The Bluejays, who shared the victory total for a single-season in school history. The Bluejays, who shared the MVC’s regular-season title, ranked 12th nationally for home attendance as they MVC’s regular-season title, ranked 12th nationally for home attendance as they averaged 15,930 fans per home game and drew a conference-record 302,676 averaged 15,930 fans per home game and drew a conference-record 302,676 fans. CU’s Booker Woodfox was named Larry Bird MVC Player of the Year, a season fans. CU’s Booker Woodfox was named Larry Bird MVC Player of the Year, a season

>>> Altman produced 13 consecutive postseason appearances and 11

straight 20-win seasons while at Creighton.

>>> Under Altman, Creighton participated in seven NCAA Tournaments and

five National Invitation Tournaments.

>>> He was named the NABC District 12 and USBWA District VI Coach of

the Year following the 2002-03 campaign.

which featured separate nine- and 11-game winning streaks for the Bluejays.which featured separate nine- and 11-game winning streaks for the Bluejays.

In 2007-08, Altman guided a young team to a 22-11 record and the second In 2007-08, Altman guided a young team to a 22-11 record and the second round of the NIT. Woodfox was named MVC Sixth Man of the Year while P’Allen round of the NIT. Woodfox was named MVC Sixth Man of the Year while P’Allen Stinnett was MVC Newcomer and Freshman of the Year.Stinnett was MVC Newcomer and Freshman of the Year.

Altman’s 2006-07 team was nationally ranked in the preseason and won Altman’s 2006-07 team was nationally ranked in the preseason and won its sixth MVC Tournament title in nine years with a 67-61 win over then No. 11 its sixth MVC Tournament title in nine years with a 67-61 win over then No. 11 Southern Illinois.Southern Illinois.

Despite season-ending injuries to key starters, Altman’s 2005-06 squad Despite season-ending injuries to key starters, Altman’s 2005-06 squad fi nished 20-10 and reached the fi nal 16 of the National Invitation Tournament. fi nished 20-10 and reached the fi nal 16 of the National Invitation Tournament. Creighton owned wins over three teams that reached the Sweet 16, including Creighton owned wins over three teams that reached the Sweet 16, including a 20-point victory at Final Four qualifi er George Mason. That team fi nished tied a 20-point victory at Final Four qualifi er George Mason. That team fi nished tied for second in the MVC, which gained national attention after ranking as the for second in the MVC, which gained national attention after ranking as the country’s sixth-best league.country’s sixth-best league.

Altman guided the 2004-05 team to the Big Dance, thanks to an MVC tourney Altman guided the 2004-05 team to the Big Dance, thanks to an MVC tourney championship win over Missouri State. The Bluejays won eight straight games championship win over Missouri State. The Bluejays won eight straight games down the stretch before falling to eventual Elite Eight qualifi er West Virginia (63-down the stretch before falling to eventual Elite Eight qualifi er West Virginia (63-61) in the fi rst round of the NCAAs.61) in the fi rst round of the NCAAs.

In 2003-04, Creighton started 12-0 (the school’s best start since 1942- In 2003-04, Creighton started 12-0 (the school’s best start since 1942-43) and returned to the top 25 for the second straight year. Altman received 43) and returned to the top 25 for the second straight year. Altman received Collegeinsider.com Jim Phelan Mid-Season Coach of the Year recognition.Collegeinsider.com Jim Phelan Mid-Season Coach of the Year recognition.

Altman was named the NABC District 12 and USBWA District VI Coach of the Altman was named the NABC District 12 and USBWA District VI Coach of the Year for the 2002-03 season. Creighton posted a school-record 29 wins, fi nishing Year for the 2002-03 season. Creighton posted a school-record 29 wins, fi nishing the season 15th in the AP poll and 23rd in the coaches poll. During that same the season 15th in the AP poll and 23rd in the coaches poll. During that same season he also passed Arthur A. Schabinger to become the school’s all-time season he also passed Arthur A. Schabinger to become the school’s all-time winningest coach.winningest coach.

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>>> Altman’s teams produced a Missouri Valley record 10 or more league

victories in each of his last 14 seasons at Creighton.

>>> Altman finished his career at Creighton ranking third on the MVC list for

all-time coaching wins (327), trailing only Basketball Hall of Fame

coaches Henry Iba (486) and Eddie Hickey (337).

>>> Student-athletes under his direction have earned six All-America honors

on the court and four Academic All-America laurels in the classroom.

Altman’s 2001-02 team won a share of its second straight MVC title for the fi rst Altman’s 2001-02 team won a share of its second straight MVC title for the fi rst time in 60 years, won the MVC Tournament and advanced to the second round time in 60 years, won the MVC Tournament and advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament with a double-overtime victory over No. 15 Florida. of the NCAA Tournament with a double-overtime victory over No. 15 Florida. Korver earned All-American and MVC Player of the Year honors that season.Korver earned All-American and MVC Player of the Year honors that season.

His 2000-01 squad tied Creighton’s then-school record for wins in a season His 2000-01 squad tied Creighton’s then-school record for wins in a season (24-8) and won its fi rst MVC regular-season title since 1990-91, while the 1999-00 (24-8) and won its fi rst MVC regular-season title since 1990-91, while the 1999-00 team won its fi rst nine games on its way to an overall record of 23-10.team won its fi rst nine games on its way to an overall record of 23-10.

In 1998-99, Altman earned National Association of Basketball Coaches District In 1998-99, Altman earned National Association of Basketball Coaches District 12 Coach of the Year honors after CU went 22-9 and made the second round of 12 Coach of the Year honors after CU went 22-9 and made the second round of the NCAA Tournament. That year, Altman joined Creighton’s Eddie Hickey and the NCAA Tournament. That year, Altman joined Creighton’s Eddie Hickey and Wichita State’s Gene Smithson as the only coaches in MVC history to have led Wichita State’s Gene Smithson as the only coaches in MVC history to have led their teams to improved winning percentages in fi ve straight seasons.their teams to improved winning percentages in fi ve straight seasons.

Altman became the 15th head coach in Creighton history following the 1993- Altman became the 15th head coach in Creighton history following the 1993-94 season after four successful years as the head coach at Kansas State and a 94 season after four successful years as the head coach at Kansas State and a season at Marshall.season at Marshall.

Hired by Creighton on March 31, 1994, Altman inherited a team that posted a Hired by Creighton on March 31, 1994, Altman inherited a team that posted a 7-22 ledger the year before his arrival and led the Bluejays to a slightly improved 7-22 ledger the year before his arrival and led the Bluejays to a slightly improved 7-19 record in 1994-95 before his 1995-96 squad jumped to 14-15. In 1996-97, 7-19 record in 1994-95 before his 1995-96 squad jumped to 14-15. In 1996-97, Altman’s team was 15-15 and followed with another substantial jump to 18-10 Altman’s team was 15-15 and followed with another substantial jump to 18-10 and a bid to the NIT in 1997-98.and a bid to the NIT in 1997-98.

Including a combined fi ve seasons as head coach at Marshall and Kansas Including a combined fi ve seasons as head coach at Marshall and Kansas State, Altman maintains a 410-243 (.628) career record in 21 years at the NCAA State, Altman maintains a 410-243 (.628) career record in 21 years at the NCAA Division I level. His 25-year overall head coaching record is 533-267 (.666), Division I level. His 25-year overall head coaching record is 533-267 (.666), together with four seasons at Southeast and Moberly Junior Colleges.together with four seasons at Southeast and Moberly Junior Colleges.

Altman compiled a 68-54 record in four seasons (1990-94) at Kansas Altman compiled a 68-54 record in four seasons (1990-94) at Kansas State University. During that time, Altman led the Wildcats to three straight State University. During that time, Altman led the Wildcats to three straight postseason tourneys and was named the Big Eight Conference Coach of the Year postseason tourneys and was named the Big Eight Conference Coach of the Year after leading KSU to a 19-11 record and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament after leading KSU to a 19-11 record and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament in 1993.in 1993.

Altman’s fi nal Kansas State club turned heads nationally with a 68-64 win at Altman’s fi nal Kansas State club turned heads nationally with a 68-64 win at No. 1 Kansas on Jan. 17, 1994. K-State eventually advanced to play in the NIT No. 1 Kansas on Jan. 17, 1994. K-State eventually advanced to play in the NIT Final Four.Final Four.

Altman’s success at KSU followed him from a brief head coaching stint at Altman’s success at KSU followed him from a brief head coaching stint at Marshall where he was named Southern Conference Coach of the Year in 1990.Marshall where he was named Southern Conference Coach of the Year in 1990.

While head coach at Southeast Junior College in Fairbury, Neb., his fi rst team While head coach at Southeast Junior College in Fairbury, Neb., his fi rst team (1982-83) rolled to a 29-6 record and a third-place fi nish in the junior college (1982-83) rolled to a 29-6 record and a third-place fi nish in the junior college national tournament and Altman was honored as both Region 9 and the national tournament and Altman was honored as both Region 9 and the Nebraska College Coach of the Year.Nebraska College Coach of the Year.

In 1983, Altman accepted the head coaching position at Moberly (Mo.) Junior In 1983, Altman accepted the head coaching position at Moberly (Mo.) Junior College, with a three-year run resulting in a staggering 94-18 record (25-9 in College, with a three-year run resulting in a staggering 94-18 record (25-9 in 1983-84; 35-5 with a third-place fi nish at the national tourney in 1984-85; and a 1983-84; 35-5 with a third-place fi nish at the national tourney in 1984-85; and a 34-4 mark in 1985-86 with a sixth-place fi nish at nationals).34-4 mark in 1985-86 with a sixth-place fi nish at nationals).

He was named Region 16 Coach of the Year in both the 1984-85 and 1985- He was named Region 16 Coach of the Year in both the 1984-85 and 1985-86 seasons, and was also a fi nalist for 1986 National Junior College Athletic 86 seasons, and was also a fi nalist for 1986 National Junior College Athletic Association Coach of the Year accolades.Association Coach of the Year accolades.

Altman’s playing career began at Southeast Junior College in 1976, where Altman’s playing career began at Southeast Junior College in 1976, where he captained teams to a 22-10 mark in his freshman year and a 26-5 record in he captained teams to a 22-10 mark in his freshman year and a 26-5 record in his sophomore season. Altman completed his undergraduate education and his sophomore season. Altman completed his undergraduate education and playing career at Eastern New Mexico University. After earning his associate playing career at Eastern New Mexico University. After earning his associate degree in business administration from Southeast in 1978, Altman graduated degree in business administration from Southeast in 1978, Altman graduated magna cum laude from Eastern New Mexico in 1980 with his bachelor’s degree magna cum laude from Eastern New Mexico in 1980 with his bachelor’s degree in the same fi eld.in the same fi eld.

Altman received his master of business administration degree from Western Altman received his master of business administration degree from Western (Colo.) State in 1981. He served as an assistant coach on the Western State staff (Colo.) State in 1981. He served as an assistant coach on the Western State staff from 1980-82.from 1980-82.

At Wilber (Neb.) High School, Altman was a two-sport letterman, earning all-At Wilber (Neb.) High School, Altman was a two-sport letterman, earning all-conference honors as a quarterback on the football team and as a guard in conference honors as a quarterback on the football team and as a guard in basketball. basketball.

Altman was born June 16, 1958, in Crete, Neb. He and his wife, the former Reva Altman was born June 16, 1958, in Crete, Neb. He and his wife, the former Reva Phillips of Stanton, Neb., have three sons, Jordan, Chase and Spencer, and one Phillips of Stanton, Neb., have three sons, Jordan, Chase and Spencer, and one daughter, Audra.daughter, Audra.

KORVER’S COLLEGIATE CAREER IMPROVEMENTS

SKILL DEVELOPMENT: PLAYERS IN THE PROS

PACKING THE HOUSE: HUGE CROWDS

>>> Altman’s teams have ranked in

the top 30 nationally in

attendance each of the past

seven years (top 20 over the

last five seasons).

>>> Former Altman players - Kyle

Korver, Rodney Buford and

Anthony Tolliver - have advanced

to careers in the NBA.

>>> Altman has mentored three

conference players-of-the-year

(Booker Woodfox, ‘09; Kyle

Korver, ‘02 & ‘03).

>>> He’s also introduced three league

newcomers-of-the-year

(P‘Allen Stinnett, ‘08; Nick

Porter, ‘06; Rodney Buford, ‘96).

CREIGHTON IN THE NCAA ATTENDANCE RANKINGS

YEAR .................... AVG. ATTENDANCE .........NCAA RANK

2005-06 ............................13,900 .......................................20th

2006-07 ............................15,909 ....................................... 13th

2007-08 ............................15,333 ....................................... 15th

2008-09 ............................15,930 ....................................... 12th

2009-10 .............................14,495 ....................................... 15th

5-YEAR AVG ................... 15,113 ........................................ 15th

• ABOVE: Since 2002-03, Creighton has attracted 1,647,557 fans in 115 • ABOVE: Since 2002-03, Creighton has attracted 1,647,557 fans in 115 all-time games at Qwest Center Omaha - an average of 14,327 patrons all-time games at Qwest Center Omaha - an average of 14,327 patrons per contest.per contest.

• RIGHT: Kyle Korver has played eight years in the NBA with both Phila-• RIGHT: Kyle Korver has played eight years in the NBA with both Phila-delphia and Utah. Korver, who played for Altman from 1999-03, holds delphia and Utah. Korver, who played for Altman from 1999-03, holds the NBA record for highest single-season 3-point shooting percentage the NBA record for highest single-season 3-point shooting percentage (53.6%, ‘09-10). (53.6%, ‘09-10).

SHOOTING PERCENTAGE

Freshman (‘99-00): .................. 43.4 percent (63-of-145)

Senior (‘02-03): ......................48.0 percent (129-of-269)

SCORING / REBOUNDING AVERAGES

Freshman (‘99-00): ............................. 8.8 ppg / 3.1 rpg

Senior (‘02-03): ................................. 17.8 ppg / 6.4 rpg

DUCKS’ NEW HOUSE: MA

ATTHEW KNIGHT ARENA>>> Oregon’s new

Matthew Knight Arena will

open in December 2010

in time for the Pac-10

Conference portion of the

2010-11 schedule.

• ABOVE: The Arena as viewed from

Franklin Avenue, looking South.

• INSET: An areial view of the arena

under construction in April 2010.

• LEFT: The interior of Matthew Knight

Arena looking toward the student

section. The steepest seating bowl in

the nation was specially designed to

maintain the noise and intensity that

made McArthur Court infamous.

• RIGHT: The main East entrance of

Matthew Knight Arena lit up at night.

>>> The new Matthew Knight Arena is not just a big

fans. Underneath the seats will house some of the m

• LARGE PHOTO: The Ducks’ locker room will have individualized lockers w

• TOP RIGHT: The blueprint plans for the men’s basketball suite feature a

lounge that features a full kitchen, comfy couches and chairs, study areas

film capabilities. The locker room is attached but seperated from the playe

• LOWER RIGHT: The blueprint plans for the strength and conditioning area

room that is exponentially larger than the current Mac Court location in ad

TOP NOTCH: SPACE

g improvement over McArthur Court for Oregon

most awe-inspiring team facilities in the country.

with tons of storage and all of the amenities.

large meeting room and entry way that leads into a spacious players’

s and super-sized flat screen televisions with video game systems and

ers’ lounge and will have shower and restroom facilities.

a is adjacent to the men’s basketball suite and will feature a weight

dition to a treatment center (not shown) with huge hot and cold tubs.

IN THE NEW PLACE

ONE-OF-A-KIND: OREGO

ON’S NIKE CONNECTION

>>> Through the generosity

of Nike chariman Phil Knight,

Oregon’s men’s basketball

team is always geared up

with the most current shoes,

jerseys, warm-ups, travel suits

and all the accessories that go

with them. The Ducks also get

custom treatment from Nike

unlilke any other program.

TOP PHOTOS (L-R): • The Ducks had both white and black custom Nike jerseys for their trip to the Maui Invitational.• UO wears green or black on the road.• UO sports white or yellow uniforms at home.• UO had customized pink and white uniforms for Coaches vs. Cancer in 2010.

BOTTOM PHOTOS (L-R): • Oregon not only had special jerseys for the Maui Invitational, but one-of-a-kind shoes for the occasion.• Tajuan Porter and Joevan Catron in the airport wearing the Ducks’ one-off black velour travel suits.• Oregon wore pink shoes for Coaches vs. Cancer last season - the only team in the country to do so. The shoes were auctioned off for charity afterwards.

>>> The Pac-10 Men’s Basketball Tournament has been held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles for >>> The Pac-10 Meach of the last nine years. Oregon has twice won the tournament, in both 2003 and 2007. each of the

THE PAC-10:THE PAC-10: CONFERENCE OF CHAMPIONSCO

Friel Court Gill Coliseum Washington State - Pullman, WA Oregon State - Corvallis, OR

Bank of America Arena McArthur Court Washington - Seattle, WA Oregon - Eugene, OR

>>> The Pac-10 Men’s Basketball Tournament has been held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles for Men’s Basketball Tournament has been held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles for each of the last nine years. Oregon has twice won the tournament, in both 2003 and 2007. last nine years. Oregon has twice won the tournament, in both 2003 and 2007.

THE PAC-10: CONFERENCE OF CHAMPIONSONFERENCE OF CHAMPIONS

Maples Pavilion Galen Center Wells Fargo ArenaStanford - Stanford, CA USC - Los Angeles, CA Arizona State - Tempe, AZ

Haas Pavilion Pauley Pavilion McKale CenterCalifornia - Berkeley, CA UCLA - Los Angeles, CA Arizona - Tucson, AZ