Arad McCutchan
Inducted:
1981
Stats
Born
July 4, 1912
Evansville, Indiana, U.S.
Died
June 16, 1993
Santa Claus, Indiana, U.S.
Position
Coach
College
University of Evansville
Arad McCutchan was one of the most successful small-college basketball coaches in history. His influence on the sport at the collegiate level helped shape basketball’s broader development. McCutchan served as head coach at the University of Evansville from 1946 to 1977, building the program into a national powerhouse in the NCAA College Division.
Over nearly three decades, he compiled more than 500 career victories and led Evansville to five NCAA College Division National Championships (1959, 1960, 1964, 1965, 1971). Known for disciplined defense, structured offense, and strong player development, McCutchan consistently produced competitive teams and future professional talent.
In recognition of his extraordinary coaching success and lasting impact on basketball, Arad McCutchan was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1981.
McCutchan's Awards & Records
- 5 NCAA College Division (1959, 1960, 1964, 1965, 1971)
- 500+ career coaching wins
- One of the most successful small-college coaches in history
- First coach to win five NCAA titles
- Inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame (2006)
NBA Position
Benjamin Bosse HS (1936–1943)
Evansville (1946–1977)
NBA Stats
Wins:
514
Losses:
314
Win(%):
.621
National Championships:
5 (1959, 1960, 1964, 1965, 1971)
Undefeated Seasons:
1 (1965, 29–0)
Final Four Appearances:
6