After Surprising Appearance on Emmy-Nominated Comedy Series, Coach K Eyes Future ‘Cameo’ Post WGA Strike

Michael William Krzyzewski fondly called Coach K is one of the most recognizable faces in college basketball. The legendary coach had been a part of Duke for over 42 years and recently decided to step down from his role at the end of last season. While he may no longer be on the coaching seat the 76-year-old is still a popular figure in Durham and still serves as an influential figure in the basketball community. Now serving as an advisor to the NBA league office and team executives, the 3x Olympic gold medalist has continued to give back to the sport as he transitions to a life of retirement.

Despite him hanging his coaching boots only a year ago Coach K continues to have an ever-lasting impact on the community with one particular TV show recently name dropping him during an episode. With Mike continuing his transition to a life off the court he recently made an admission of wanting to make a cameo on the show as he looks to divert his attention to something other than basketball.

Coach K admits to wanting to make a cameo in a comedy series

During a recent appearance on ‘NBC Sports Chicago’, Illinois native Mike Krzyzewski hopped on a 1 on 1 with Mike Berman as the two spoke on his life post-retirement. Diving deep into topics such as his Hall of Fame enshrinement and new Duke head coach Jon Scheyer the pair discussed many subjects including his appearance on the Emmy nominated comedy series ‘The Bear.’

While not literally since it was his book that made the appearance, the interviewer regardless questioned Coach K on this as he queried, “What was it like to star in Season 2 of the Bear?”

Cracking a wry smile Mike responded that he was “surprised” and that he was at the beach with his grandkids when people started to message him about his book making an appearance on ‘The Bear.’

Continuing to explain Coach K then elaborated how he started to binge-watch the series with his wife before making an admission on wanting to appear on the show after the Writers Guild of America strike stating, “I am hoping they get through all the strikes and whatever and that there’s another season and maybe if there is that restaurant, pop in and make a cameo performance or appearance.”

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A question often asked when speaking of Coach K is if he has ever led an NBA team. While the simple answer is no, the bigger reason lies with his loyalty to Duke and his desire to help young athletes fulfil their potential.

Coach K’s legendary career with Duke

Coach K spent 42 years with the Blue Devils where he became the coach with most wins in NCAA history while boasting a 101-30 record in Division I. During his stint in Durham the legendary coach won 5 NCAA tournaments and reached the final four a record 13 times. Coach K was also awarded the Naismith Coach of the Year award and the ACC Coach of the Year award on three separate occasions with his legendary CV also earning him a spot in the College Hall of Fame.

While his time in Duke will forever be treasured, his involvement with the US Men’s national team cannot be understated either as he coached the team to 3 Olympic and 2 FIBA gold medals.

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