The Louisville Cardinals basketball program is mourning the loss of legendary coach Denny Crum, who passed away on Tuesday morning, per Kenny Klein and Zach Greenwell of Gocards.com.

‘Denny Crum, who won two NCAA Championships while serving as the University of Louisville's men's basketball coach for 30 years (1971-2001), passed away at his home Tuesday morning. He was 86.'

Denny Crum is a Louisville legend, and he is one of just 14 coaches to win two or more titles. The Cardinals won the NCAA title in 1980 and 1986 with Crum running the show.

The Cardinals also made six Final Four trips under Crum, including four of those in the same decade during the 1980s.

In 30 seasons as Louisville head coach Crum compiled a 675-295 record with 23 trips to the Big Dance, which is quite an accomplishment.

Reactions Pour In On Denny Crum

Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari was one of many to pay respects to Crum after his passing was announced:

More reactions came pouring in from college basketball analysts and legends, such as Dick Vitale.

University of Louisville President Kim Schatzel also penned an emotional message following Crum's passing: “The University of Louisville, our community and college basketball fans everywhere have lost a legend in Coach Denny Crum. Whether he was leading his beloved Cardinal teams, representing the university with alumni and friends or supporting the many community organizations that counted on his generous spirit and enthusiasm, Coach Crum left a legacy that is unmatched. He will be remembered not only for the many wins and championships, but also for his calm demeanor, warm sense of humor and deep love for his adopted hometown and its people. Our lives are better for having known him. Our hearts go out to Susan and the entire Crum family.”

Denny Crum was a no-brainer to be named to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1994, and he will remain forever as one of the greatest coaches in college basketball history.