BOSTON – One of the most successful coaches in the history of collegiate athletics is ending his career after 40 seasons at the helm of the Boston University men’s ice hockey program. Jack Parker, who has led the Terriers to three NCAA Championships (1978, 1995, 2009), 11 conference titles and 21 Beanpot crowns, announced Monday at Agganis Arena that he will retire at the conclusion of the 2012-13 season.“Boston University hockey and Jack Parker are synonymous,” Director of Athletics and Senior Vice President Mike Lynch said. “I am tremendously honored to have had the opportunity to work side-by-side with him for the past nine years. I have great admiration for everything he has accomplished and we’ll do our very best to continue his incredible legacy going forward.”“Jack has had an outstanding career at Boston University,” said Dr. Robert A. Brown, Boston University’s president, at Monday’s press conference. “He has been...
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