Steve Lavin Profile
Steve Lavin is an American broadcaster serving as the Men’s Basketball Head Coach at The University of San Diego. He previously worked at FOX Sports where he served as a college Basketball Analyst and Sports Broadcaster.
Steve Lavin Education
Lavin began his college career at San Francisco State University, where he played basketball for two years. He transferred to Chapman University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in communications in 1988.
Steve Lavin Career
Lavin serves as the Men’s Basketball Head Coach at The University of San Diego. He previously worked at FOX Sports where he served as a college Basketball Analyst and Sports Broadcaster. He also worked at the FOX broadcast network, featuring pregame, halftime, and postgame shows, as well as the weekly FS1 show INSIDE THE BIG EAST.
Lavin has been involved with college athletics for over 30 years, previously serving as head coach at St. John’s and UCLA, as well as a broadcaster for ESPN and ABC. From 2010 to 2015, he guided St. John’s to 20 or more wins three times, including NCAA Tournament appearances in 2011 and 2015. While recovering from cancer treatment, he missed the 2011-12 season.
From 1996 to 2003, Lavin was the head coach at UCLA, where he led the Bruins to six seasons of 21 or more wins and six straight NCAA Tournament appearances. In six years, he led the team to five Regional Semifinals and signed two top-ranked recruiting classes.
Lavin guided teams to 10 postseason appearances, including eight NCAA Tournament berths, nine seasons of 20 or more wins, and a career record of 226-131 in 11 years as a head coach. Sixteen of his student-athletes were selected in the NBA draft. Between coaching stints at UCLA and St. John’s, Lavin worked for Disney Corporation as an ESPN/ABC college basketball and NBA Draft color analyst from 2003 to 2010.
Quick Facts About Steve Lavin
| Age | 59 years old as of 2023 |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse | Mary Ann |
| Net Worth | $1 Million – $5 Million |
Steve Lavin Age
Lavin is 59 years old as of 2023. He was born on 4 September 1964 in San Francisco, California, United States. He celebrates her birthday on 4 September every year.
Steve Lavin Height
Lavin stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 10 inches.
Steve Lavin Family
Information regarding Lavin’s parents and siblings is currently under review. However, the information will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Steve Lavin Wife|First wife
Lavin is married to Mary Ann. Throughout Lavin’s coaching career, the couple has invested in and been associated with a variety of groups and charities. The Jimmy V Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation, United Service Organization, Special Olympics, City of Hope, Coaches vs. Cancer, Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation, and Wounded Warriors are only a few examples.
Steve Lavin Salary
Being one of the top reporters for FOX Sports, Lavin earns an annual salary ranging from $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
Steve Lavin’s Net Worth
Lavin has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as an analyst.
Steve Lavin Leaving FOX Sports
Lavin worked at FOX Sports from August 2015 to May 2022 and served as a college Basketball Analyst and Sports Broadcaster. He is now working as the Men’s Basketball Head Coach at The University of San Diego.
Steve Lavin Prostate Cancer|Survivor
In April 2011, Lavin was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He began treatment as soon as it was clear that he had the disease. “My family feels fortunate that through annual health exams, we detected my condition at an early stage,” Lavin said in a statement released by the school. “This past fall I didn’t want to distract our team, but with the season behind us, we are now working with medical experts and taking the proper steps to tackle this health challenge head-on.” As of 2022, Lavin is living cancer-free and is in good health.
Steve Lavin Awards and honors
- 1997 – International Inspiration Award from the Hugh O’Brien Youth Foundation (HOBY)
- 1998 – Chapman University Alumnus of the Year (also serves on Board of Governors at Chapman University)
- 2001 – Pac-10 Coach of the Year
- 2005 – Distinguished Alumni award from the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts from Chapman University
- 2011 – District II Coach of the Year
Steve Lavin FOX Sports
At FOX Sports Lavin works alongside;
- Jon Paul Morosi
- Curt Menefee
- Urban Meyer
- Matt Millen
- Phil Parsons
- AJ Pierzynski
- Michael Strahan
- Nick Wright
- Katie Witham
- Dave Wannstedt
- Sara Walsh
- Jonathan Vilma