John Hritz, head coach of the Leetonia girls basketball team, earned his 500th career win on Thursday night after defeating Wellsville, 67-44 on the road. 

Hritz is in his 49th year of coaching. 

Following the game, Hritz thanked all of his student-athletes over the years. 

"It's a milestone I thought I'd never achieve, but thank God for the fantastic kids that have played for me over the years," Hritz said. "I thank the Lord for giving me good health. I'm looking for another hundred to go."