Coach Pat Sullivan Tribute Night
Basketball Museum of Illinois Lifetime Achievement Award
Join the Basketball Museum of Illinois for a special evening recognizing Coach Pat Sullivan, a coach, educator, and author whose impact reaches far beyond the court.
Pat Sullivan is known across Illinois as a builder of programs and people. He served as a basketball coach, teacher, and administrator for decades, including extended leadership at the University of St. Francis and Providence Catholic High School in New Lenox.
His official biography credits Coach Sullivan with 600+ career head coaching wins and a legacy defined as much by people as by performance. During his St. Francis years, 172 of 176 basketball-playing seniors graduated, a statistic that reflects the standard he set for accountability and growth. He has been inducted into eight Halls of Fame, earned 11 Coach of the Year honors, and has shared his approach internationally, presenting coaching clinics in four European countries.
Coach Sullivan is the author of three leadership-focused books that translate lessons from the court to life and work, including Team-Building: From the Bench to the Boardroom, Attitude: The Cornerstone of Leadership, and Lessons in Leadership from Athletics.
“Great teams are built on attitude, trust, and shared purpose.”
~ Pat Sullivan
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Location: Wintrust Sports Complex at Bedford Park
5499 W 65th St, Bedford Park, IL 60638
Date: Friday, May 15th, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Admission: $75 per person | Buffet Dinner Included | Cash Bar Available
Free admission for kids under 12!
All proceeds support Coach Sullivan's passion project: The Basketball Museum of Illinois.
Coach Sullivan’s career reflects what Illinois basketball does best:
Builds character, elevates communities, and shapes leaders.
Reserve your spot now and be part of this historic celebration!
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Pat Sullivan Tribute Night
Donate a Raffle Basket or Silent Auction Item
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Irish-Themed Gift Baskets - Movie Nights - Wine, Whiskey, and Spirits - Gourmet Food Baskets - Travel & Adventure Experiences - Golf Outings (4-somes) - Sports & Entertainment Packages - Fine Art -Memorabilia - Dining Experiences - Spa/Salon Packages - Vacation Rentals - BBQ Master Baskets
Please submit your basket or item by May 1, 2026. Contact Bob Ward to arrange drop off or pick-up.
If attending, please arrive with your basket/item 4:30 - 5:30 pm
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Your gift helps preserve Illinois basketball stories and open doors for future leaders.