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Jerry Colangelo (born November 20, 1939) is an American businessman and sports executive. He formerly owned the Phoenix Suns of the NBA , the Phoenix Mercury of the WNBA , the Arizona Sandsharks of the Continental Indoor Soccer League , the Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League , and the Arizona Diamondbacks of Major League Baseball .
Jerry Colangelo embodies the quintessential story of a “hometown boy made good”. He grew up in a house that his grandfather constructed with wood from railroad cars. Once a gangly kid from the working-class Hungry Hills neighborhood in Chicago Heights, he often left home with a salt shaker in his pocket.
Jul 11, 2023 · Jerry Colangelo, the amazingly successful men’s national team managing director, is stepping down following the Tokyo Olympics.
Mar 21, 2001 · Learn about Jerry Colangelo's achievements and contributions to the Phoenix Suns, the NBA, baseball and the city of Phoenix. He is a four-time NBA Executive of the Year, a World Series champion, a community leader and a sports icon.
Nov 16, 2022 · The former Suns and Diamondbacks owner hosts the Basketball Hall of Fame Golf Classic and the Integrity Summit in October. He shares his attitude, health and legacy with sports legends and business leaders.
Jun 7, 2023 · Jerry Colangelo led the USA Men's National Team to four Olympic gold medals and seven FIBA or FIBA Americas titles from 2005 to 2021. He also had a distinguished career in the NBA as a player, coach, executive and owner of the Phoenix Suns.
Oct 12, 2021 · The former Suns and Diamondbacks owner will receive a tribute luncheon and a scholarship endowment from Chicanos Por La Causa. Current Suns owner Robert Sarver also donated to the scholarship fund and praised Colangelo's impact on the community.
