“Lou Carnesecca symbolizes New York City and ... “He was such a part of the fabric of New York,” said Frank Alagia who played for Carnesecca from 1972-76. “He followed Joe Lapchick and ...

Lou Carnesecca ... But the pro path was not Carnesecca's love, as he mutually parted ways with the organization, then returned to Queens to take over after Frank Mulzoff was let go in 1973.

Once upon a time, St. John's was one of the staples in the NCAA tournament. Under head coach Lou Carnesecca, the Red Storm made March Madness 18 times and were a big part in helping establish the ...