He led JCC to a two-year mark of 41–19 and to the Region 3 West Zone title game his first year.
He was a member of the Bulldogs’ staff from 1989–97, and helped the team to a then-school record 23 wins his final year.
The following season, John was hired as an assistant at the University of Arizona, under legendary coach Lute Olson (a 2002 Naismith Hall of Fame inductee).
In four seasons at Arizona, John helped the Wildcats to four NCAA Tournament appearances, including the national championship game in 2001.
In April 2002, John was introduced as the 19th head basketball coach in Oregon State's storied history.
John's squad won a Pac-10 Tournament game for the first time since 1989, beating UCLA in the first round.
The Beavers earned a post-season berth for the first time since 1990, receiving a bid to the National Invitation Tournament.
[1] On April 23, 2008, John was announced as a member of Mike Montgomery's staff on the California Golden Bears men's basketball team.