Tell us about your background and how you ended up coaching at UIS:
I grew up in the gym as a coach’s son. I loved basketball and shot 1500 shots every day. After my playing career was over at Truman State, I coached a year of high school basketball before getting to the college level as an assistant. I was fortunate to work for a lot of good mentors and eventually took over as head coach at Missouri Baptist University. We had great players and assistants that helped build a championship program. That led to the exciting opportunity here at UIS.
What do you like best about the sport you coach:
You can practice by yourself, but basketball is truly a team game. The best teams play together and have synergy. The game requires not only athleticism but a lot of intelligence and skill. Players have to play on both ends.
What has been the top moment/game of your coaching career:
Cutting the nets after our conference title at Missouri Baptist in 2019. Beating Bellarmine back in January is a close second.
What’s the best thing about coaching at UIS:
The people. The student-athletes, athletic administration and staff, the other coaches, the campus community, we have the best people to be around!
What do you enjoy doing when you are not coaching:
I love to spend time with my family outdoors, lately we are into fishing. I also like to run and play golf.
