James Jones, Yale's head men's basketball coach, and August Mahoney were inducted into the New York State Basketball Hall of Fame on April 19. They were part of a group of 16 notable inductees, celebrating their achievements in the sport. Jones, with 442 career victories and the most wins in Ivy League history, has led Yale to its most successful era, including two consecutive league titles. Mahoney, a standout player and team captain, had a remarkable season scoring 10.3 points per game while excelling in three-point shooting.

By the Numbers
  • James Jones has 442 career victories, including 236 in Ivy League play.
  • August Mahoney averaged 10.3 points per game and shot .453 from three-point range.
  • Yale's men's basketball team achieved a 24鈥�7 overall record this season.
State of Play
  • Yale has won its eighth Ivy League title under Jones's coaching.
  • The Bulldogs secured at least 10 Ivy League wins in 11 consecutive seasons.
  • Jones has guided Yale to four Ivy League Tournament championships and five NCAA Tournament appearances.
What's Next

Looking ahead, both Jones and Mahoney will continue to influence Yale basketball, with Mahoney's graduation paving the way for new talent. Jones aims to extend Yale鈥檚 legacy of success and potentially enhance recruitment as they prepare for future seasons.

Bottom Line

The induction of James Jones and August Mahoney into the NYS Basketball Hall of Fame highlights their outstanding contributions to Yale basketball, underscoring the program's sustained excellence and its impact on collegiate athletics.