Grant Leonard showcases festive sweater style at NCAA Tournament

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Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Grant Leonard showcases festive sweater style at NCAA Tournament
Summary

Queens University head coach Grant Leonard is gaining recognition for his unique sideline sweaters, which debuted during the 2025-26 NCAA men's basketball season. Leonard's trend started as a playful response to family comments about his holiday spirit and gained traction after his Thanksgiving sweater went viral. As Queens made its first appearance in the NCAA Tournament in program history, Leonard wore a unique sweater celebrating his Irish and American heritage. His distinctive fashion choice has led to him being dubbed college basketball's 'sweater guy' and has captivated both fans and media.

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  • Grant Leonard's sweater trend began in 2025-26 NCAA season.
  • Leonard's Thanksgiving sweater garnered significant media attention.
  • The Royals made their NCAA Tournament debut during the season.
  • Leonard wore a heritage-themed sweater for the tournament.
  • He has embraced the title of college basketball's 'sweater guy'.
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