Jack Kraft

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John J. "Jack" Kraft coached Villanova for 12 years, from 1961 through 1973. He compiled a 238-95 record (.715). Craft led Villanova to the NCAA Tournament six times, and five times to the NIT. Only once did Kraft's teams fail to earn a post-season bid, in his final season. The 1971 team, led by Howard Porter, reached the NCAA Championship game, and lost to UCLA at the height of the UCLA dynasty.

Notable players who played for Jack Craft at Villanova include: Chris Ford, Tom Ingelsby, Wali Jones, Bill Melchionni, Howard Porter, Jim Washington, and Hubie White.


Preceded by
Alexander Severance		 Villanova Head Men's Basketball Coach
1961 – 1973		 Succeeded by
Rollie Massimino


Saxe • Cashman • Jacobs • Severance • Kraft • Massimino • Lappas • Wright

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