Reactions to Arizona head coach Andy Lopez’s retirement
May 25, 2015, 12:16 PM | Updated: 12:37 pm
During his 33-year coaching career, Arizona head baseball coach Andy Lopez touched many individuals both on and off the field.
Following Monday’s announcement of Lopez’s retirement, many former players and colleagues took to Twitter to share their memories of him.
Extraordinary coach and human being! Thank you for your wisdom and lessons @CoachAndyLopez. It was an honor playing for you @ArizonaBaseball
— Rob Refsnyder (@Rob_Refsnyder) May 25, 2015
Never had a tear-filled drive to work like today. Then again, never known a better teacher of life. It's been an honor … thank you, Lopes!
— Blair Willis (@BlairWillisUA) May 25, 2015
Sad to announce @CoachAndyLopez's retirement. One of the best coaches of all time, he will be missed.
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— Greg Byrne (@Greg_Byrne) May 25, 2015
Thank you @CoachAndyLopez for all you have done for @ArizonaBaseball and @AZATHLETICS #BearDown #WildcatFamily
— Arizona Basketball (@APlayersProgram) May 25, 2015
Just heard the news about coach Lopez. Sad to see him go. Glad to say I had the privilege to play and coach for him. #ArizonaWildcats
— Rafael Valenzuela (@RafyValenzuela) May 25, 2015