Boone began his career as a standout player at West Virginia State College, where he was a four-year letterman. O'Neil, Caleb His coaching career brought him back to his alma mater, spending three seasons as the head assistant coach and primary recruiter from 1982-85 at WVSC. Of the six returning players, only one has been with the team for more than one year. During his time with the Lions, he helped recruit and produce seven All-Conference selections including two first-team picks two freshmen of the year, a defensive player of the year and an All-American. Culture is very important to me, and Justin will build a positive, high energy, trusting culture. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); HoopDirt is your source for the latest college basketball coaching news, rumors, and job postings. He was inducted into the UAFS Athletics Hall of Fame in 2019 and the . It was great to finally get it done and do it right. Miller, Evan His coaching career brought him back to his alma mater, spending three seasons as the head assistant coach and primary recruiter from 1982-85 at WVSC. UAFS jumped out to a 25-19 edge at halftime with the help of a 13-3 run late in the first half. During his career, Boones teams have won seven conference championships, four tournament titles and have made 11 postseason appearances. Bush was a big part of the offense during that stretch, as he had two steals and easy baskets . We want to do our due diligence in selecting the right people, young men of character and integrity that fit our culture, Boone said. But UAFS men's basketball coach Jim Boone was notified that his team's opponent, Cameron, wasn't coming to the Stubblefield Center. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. "It's just a really great opportunity for me to get out there and keep doing what I love coaching basketball.". The UAFS athletics announced their search for a new head men's basketball coach. He graduated with a masters degree in Higher and Postsecondary Education from Arizona State in May 2012. In early October, The Sebastian County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) asked for a meeting with Riley to discuss the alleged discrimination. Chappell also worked at Elite Hoops Basketball as the Nike Basketball director/trainer and was a camp director at the Kendrick Perkins NBA Skills Camp. RT @UAFSSports: Join us tonight at Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux for the UAFS Basketball Coaches Show from 6-7 p.m.! Were going to be a lot of fun to watch as our players develop both individually and collectively throughout the season. Boones teams have been noted for their defensive toughness, and he said the Lions will be as well. He said that he cannot speak for the entire organization, but that he, personally, is not satisfied. I couldnt be more proud (of them) or more excited to be there coach, Boone said. I learned a lot from coach Newman and coach Price, Bailey said. It was a very special night.". In the release, Jennings said the NAACP branch seeks to hold Chancellor Riley to her avowed assurance of a UAFS that is an inclusive environment that values all members of our community.. Janz said the university is committed to finding a candidate who will lead the program and its student-athletes to success both on and off the court, with a focus on excellence in coaching, community, and commitment to the Division II philosophy. The show will air from 6-7 p.m. and can be heard on Fox Sports Radio FM 103.5 and will be streamed on the Lone Star Conference Digital Network. We are a program that is founded upon simplicity, fundamentals and their execution. He couldn't wait to see high school coaches and players on campus for the first time in two years in a team camp . I liked a couple of them really well, but coach Kaundart was the best teacher of the game I ever played for. Offical Twitter of the University of Arkansas- Fort Smith Men's Basketball Managers #1MORE link to our schedule to stream games below. The official Roster for the University of Arkansas Fort Smith Lions. Arkansas headlines delivered to you on demand. UAFS Men's Basketball will host an individual camp and an elite camp this summer. The UAFS Basketball Coaches Show will make its season debut Monday, November 14at Walk On's Sports Bistreaux, located at 4306 Phoenix Avenue in Fort Smith. It was great to host the Kaundart family, a ton of UAFS supporters and a ton of dignitaries from the area.". Kaundart, who passed away in 1995 at the age of 72, left behind quite a footprint coaching men's basketball. "There were a lot of smiles and laughter," Janz said. Former mens basketball head coach Jim Boone stepped down as UAFS head coach after four years with the program. During his time with the Vulcans, Boones 1992 squad posted 31 wins and was the number one team in the country. UPDATED FOR 2023: Click to view our FULL LIST of coaching changes at EVERY LEVEL of college basketball. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. This decision was made with much thought and prayer. The page you are looking for no longer exists. The Lady Lions' last eight regular-season games were canceled because of COVID-19. Talk Business & Politics is a news website that covers business, politics and culture in Arkansas. "Coach Boone will develop an elite level basketball program here at UAFS," Janz said. "Zane is very thorough as well as organized and eager to impact our program. When people make that kind of impact in your life, you get the whole range of emotions. Im very excited about getting this opportunity, said Bailey, a Fort Smith Northside High School graduate. Our vision is to build a championship quality program, a program that will compete for conference, regional and national prominence. The University of Arkansas Fort Smith (UAFS) athletics department has announced its intention to launch a comprehensive search for a new head coach for the mens basketball team. Over the next 10 years, Boone led California (Pa.) to unprecedented success, including a 228-71 record. 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The official Men's Basketball page for the University of Arkansas Fort Smith Lions The official Men's Basketball page for the University of Arkansas Fort Smith Lions Skip To Main Content Pause All Rotators Skip To Main Content Scoreboard UA Fort Smith Athletics UNIVERSITY OFARKANSAS - FORT SMITH ATHLETICS "We were running drills exactly like coach Kaundart did during my NBA tryout for the Lakers," King said. In a letter sent to UAFS Athletics on Friday, Feb. 24, Boone stated his intention to retire from the sport of basketball following 38 years of service and more than 600 career wins. "UAFS is home for Justin. 2023 University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Athletics, Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act Report 2022, Guide For The College-Bound Student Athlete, UAFS Athletics Announces Search for Head Men's Basketball Coach, Lions cap season with sweep of Eagles on Senior Day, Lions to host Oklahoma Christian in regular season finale, Basketball programs have four earn CSC Academic All-District honors, Miller nets career-high 22 against Greyhounds. Copyright 2023, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. I believe Justin is one of the best young coaches around, and I think he will lead UAFS basketball for years to come.. We will be up-tempo offensively and get the ball up the floor in transition. The Lions also set a school record for single-season wins and being ranked in both national polls the entire season, peaking at No. Northwest Missouri State and Indiana (Pa.) moved up one spot each to second and third, respectively. "The history and what's already been done here I'm just looking to continue to build on that.". The Williamses submitted their letter to multiple UAFS leaders on Aug. 19. It's hard to put into words how it feels to be a part of that. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); HoopDirt is your source for the latest college basketball coaching news, rumors, and job postings. The Lions now. Bailey inherits a Lions program that is coming off its most successful season in its nine-year history as a NCAA Division II program. "Brandon has an extremely high energy level and an outstanding knowledge of the game," Newman said. It means a lot for us to carry on what he did for this school and community. The 17-game improvement represents the best among NCAA Division II institutions over this period of time. Jim Boone was hired as UAFS head men's basketball coach on Tuesday, April 9. Under Boones leadership, the Bobcats (22-9) defeated perennial NCAA Division II power Winston Salem State in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament before falling to West Liberty State. 11/11/2022 1:15:00 PM. The UAFS men's baseball team is made up of 47 players who, in turn, are trained and guided by a head coach and 3 assistant coaches. He has built championship programs at many NCAA Division II institutions and has always done it with integrity. UAFS coach Jim Boone had been counting down the days until the team camp started. UAFS Women's Basketball Camps are held at the UAFS Basketball Facilities on the University of Arkansas Fort Smith campus in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Bailey will have to replenish the Lions roster, which returns only two players from last years squad. Former UAFS basketball player Tyler . Kaundart was named NJCAA National Coach of the Year in 1981. To raise cancer awareness, UAFS coaches are doing their part in sharing the message of the lifesaving work of Coaches vs. Cancer and . Founded, monitored, and run by college coaches. In a letter sent to UAFS Athletics on Friday, Feb. 24, Boone stated his intention to retire from the sport of basketball following 38 years of service and more than 600 career wins. . Indianapolis jumped two spots to occupy the No. It's important for our current students to know the tradition and to remind them that a lot of people truly care about the place they are at.". On Sept. 2, UAFS Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley announced that an allegation of race discrimination had been reported by a former player against the university's head basketball coach. Bailey received his bachelors from UTPB in May 2010. UAFS is now in the process of hiring a new coach, its third since Whorton retired at the end of the 2015-16 season. We are so excited to roll our sleeves up and get to work on building an elite program. 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