News Summary
Wofford College has hired Kevin Giltner as the new head coach for its men’s basketball program. Giltner, a former player and assistant coach at Virginia Tech, brings a wealth of experience to the role. His appointment comes after recent controversies surrounding the program, but Giltner’s strong ties to Wofford position him well to lead the team through this transitional period. The basketball community is eager to see how he will rebuild and drive the program forward.
Spartanburg, SC – Wofford College has announced the hiring of Kevin Giltner as the new head coach for the men’s basketball program
Giltner, a seasoned figure in the college basketball landscape, is a 2012 graduate of Wofford and has previously been instrumental in winning five Southern Conference championships. He spent the last six years as an assistant coach at Virginia Tech under head coach Mike Young, helping the team achieve a historic 15-7 record and an Atlantic Coast Conference championship in 2022.
Wofford’s athletic director, Scott Kull, expressed enthusiasm regarding Giltner’s return to the program, emphasizing his deep familiarity and strong affection for the college. Giltner also expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to return to Spartanburg, claiming it as his home and vowing to create positive experiences for the current and future student-athletes.
Giltner steps into the role amid significant controversy for the program. His hiring follows the dismissal of former head coach Dwight Perry and associate head coach Tysor Anderson after allegations related to NCAA violations emerged. A lawyer representing six Wofford players indicated that they were under potential suspensions for receiving minor improper benefits, including housing support linked to Perry and Anderson. However, Wofford self-reported these violations, and their compliance team has confirmed that the men’s basketball team remains eligible for the upcoming season with no sanctions imposed on the involved players, who have since been reinstated.
Background on Kevin Giltner
Kevin Giltner’s ties to Wofford go back to his playing days from 2008 to 2012, where he became an All-Southern Conference first-team player in his senior year, averaging 14.8 points per game. He graduated with a degree in business economics and has been involved with the basketball program as both a player and coach during notably successful periods.
Giltner becomes the 20th head coach in Wofford’s men’s basketball history, which dates back to 1906. His experience as both a student-athlete and a coach positions him to lead the program through this transitional period as it aims to rebuild and maintain its competitive stature in the Southern Conference.
Looking Ahead
As Wofford prepares to commence its next season on November 3 against George Mason, the focus will be on Giltner’s leadership and the rebuilding of the men’s basketball team amid the recent challenges. The anticipation surrounding his coaching tenure will be closely watched by fans, students, and stakeholders associated with Wofford College.
In summary, the appointment of Kevin Giltner as head coach signifies a new chapter for the Wofford men’s basketball program, as it seeks to navigate through controversial waters while aiming for future success on the court.
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