Breaking News: Mike White, Georgia Bulldogs Basketball Head Coach, Achieved Coach of the Year in Three Different Conferences: SEC 2025, Conference USA 2018, and WAC 2016. He Also Received Recognition as a USBWA and NABC District Coach of the Year
In a historic moment for college basketball, Mike White, head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs, has etched his name in the record books once again by securing the 2025 Southeastern Conference (SEC) Coach of the Year award. This prestigious honor makes him one of the few in NCAA history to earn Coach of the Year recognition in three separate conferences: the SEC in 2025, Conference USA in 2018, and the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) in 2016.
White’s coaching journey is a testament to consistent excellence, adaptability, and a tireless commitment to player development and team success. His recent SEC Coach of the Year honor comes on the heels of a remarkable turnaround season for the Georgia Bulldogs. Under his leadership, Georgia climbed from the bottom tier of the conference to become a legitimate contender, finishing the season with one of their best records in recent history and securing a high seed in the NCAA Tournament.
This dramatic improvement didn’t come overnight. White took over a struggling Georgia program in 2022 and immediately began implementing a culture centered on discipline, defense, and relentless energy. By 2025, those values had taken root, resulting in a team that not only competed but outperformed expectations across the board. The Bulldogs boasted one of the top defenses in the conference, and White’s emphasis on recruiting versatile, high-IQ players paid off in big games.
Before arriving at Georgia, White had already built a strong reputation for his coaching acumen. In 2018, while at the University of Florida, he earned the Conference USA Coach of the Year title after guiding the Gators to a 27-win season and a deep NCAA Tournament run. Even earlier, in 2016, White was recognized as the WAC Coach of the Year while leading Louisiana Tech, where he laid the foundation for his coaching career by fostering a winning mentality and developing several future professional players.
White’s achievements are not limited to conference honors. He has also been recognized on the national stage, earning accolades as a USBWA (United States Basketball Writers Association) District Coach of the Year and an NABC (National Association of Basketball Coaches) District Coach of the Year. These distinctions underscore his widespread respect among media members and coaching peers alike.
What makes White’s journey particularly impressive is his ability to adapt to different environments and elevate programs regardless of their prior status. Each team he has coached has shown marked improvement during his tenure, often outperforming preseason expectations. His game-planning abilities, emphasis on teamwork, and player-first approach have turned struggling programs into contenders.
Off the court, White is known for his integrity, professionalism, and commitment to student-athlete success. He maintains a strong graduation rate among his players and emphasizes personal development just as much as athletic performance. His leadership has earned him admiration not just from fans and alumni, but also from athletic directors and colleagues across the nation.
With his latest accolade in the SEC, Mike White solidifies his reputation as one of the most accomplished and versatile coaches in college basketball today. The future looks bright for the Georgia Bulldogs, and with White at the helm, fans have every reason to believe that even greater success lies ahead. As he continues to build his legacy, one thing is clear—Mike White’s name will be remembered as one of the most respected and impactful coaches of
his generation.