Lou Campanelli

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Lou Campanelli is an American basketball coach. He served as head coach at University of California, Berkeley from 1986 to 1993.

Campanelli played a significant role in Pac-10 men's basketball, having served as head basketball coach at California for eight years from 1985-93. He compiled a record of 123-108 (.532) and led the Bears to post-season play on four occasions, including an 1990 NCAA Tournament berth - Cal's first in 30 years. Prior to arriving at California, Campanelli was head coach at James Madison for 13 years (1973-85) where he guided the Dukes to a record of 238-118 and five NCAA Tournament appearances. His 21-year head coaching record stands at 361-226 (.615).

He has also coached one year in the Japan Pro League, spent several years as an advance scout for the National Basketball Association's Cleveland Cavaliers and New Jersey Nets, and served as Commissioner of Pac 10 Officiating.

Campanelli is a graduate of Montclair State University in Upper Montclair, New Jersey, where he also earned his master's degree. He currently resides in Moraga, California.

Preceded by Dick Kuchen

California Head Men's Basketball Coach 1985 – 1993

Succeeded by Todd Bozeman

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