As the NCAA basketball tournament approaches, fans are curious about where the members of Nevada’s 2003-04 Sweet 16 team are now. The team made history by being the first in program history to reach the Sweet 16, capturing the hearts of fans along the way.
One of the standout players from that team was Nick Fazekas, who went on to have a successful professional career overseas and is currently playing in Japan. Kirk Snyder, another key player from the team, now works as a player development coach for the Utah Jazz.
Todd Okeson, who was known for his shooting skills, is now a realtor in Arizona, while Kevinn Pinkney is playing basketball in Japan. Garry Hill-Thomas has transitioned to a career in coaching and is currently an assistant coach at Washington State.
Head coach Trent Johnson led the team to success during that memorable season and has gone on to have a successful coaching career at various universities. He is currently an assistant coach for the Southern California Trojans.
The team’s success in 2003-04 is still remembered fondly by Nevada fans, and many of the players have gone on to have successful careers both on and off the court. As this year’s tournament kicks off, fans can’t help but look back on the magic of that Sweet 16 team and wonder where each member is now.
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