News Summary
Kevin Giltner has been appointed as the head coach of the Wofford College men’s basketball team. A former player and assistant coach at Wofford, Giltner returns to lead the Terriers following the dismissal of Dwight Perry. Giltner’s coaching journey includes key roles at Virginia Tech, and he aims to build on the program’s rich history and improve last season’s record. Community support is strong as he prepares for upcoming challenges, including a demanding schedule featuring games against top-tier teams.
Spartanburg, South Carolina – Kevin Giltner has been appointed as the new head coach of the Wofford College men’s basketball team. His hiring was announced last month after the dismissal of former head coach Dwight Perry. Giltner, a Harpeth High School alumnus, is returning to Wofford, where he played from 2008 to 2012 and is recognized for his significant contributions to the team’s success.
During his collegiate career, Giltner scored 954 points and made 187 three-pointers, helping lead Wofford to two Southern Conference championships in 2010 and 2011. After graduating with a degree in business economics in 2012, he briefly played professionally in Iceland before embarking on a coaching career that included a six-year stint as an assistant coach at Wofford.
In 2019, Giltner transitioned to Virginia Tech, where he worked under head coach Mike Young in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) for six years. During his coaching tenure, he was instrumental in guiding Wofford to three Southern Conference Tournament championships and multiple NCAA Tournament appearances. Giltner was part of the 2018-2019 coaching staff that achieved a historic season for Wofford, leading the team to a record of 30-5 and securing the program’s first NCAA Tournament win against Seton Hall.
Returning to His Roots
Giltner expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to return to Wofford and highlighted the importance of the Wofford name to him and his family. He and his wife, Katelyn, have two daughters: Finleigh, age 3, and Emersyn, age 1. Giltner’s connection to Wofford is more than professional, as he views his role in the basketball program as a personal commitment to the community and its values.
Challenges Ahead
Giltner takes the helm of a Wofford team that finished last season with a 19-16 record. He faces immediate challenges, including a tough schedule ahead, featuring non-conference games against Auburn and Wichita State. Expectations are high as Giltner steps into this pivotal role, and community members are rallying around him, showing excitement and support for his leadership.
About Wofford College
Founded in 1854, Wofford College is a private liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. It has an enrollment of approximately 1,800 undergraduate students. Giltner’s appointment as head coach marks a new chapter in the college’s rich basketball tradition and is anticipated to reignite enthusiasm within the program.
As Giltner prepares for the upcoming season, he is expected to leverage his unique perspective as a former player and experienced coach to enhance the program and engage with its student-athletes. His relationship with the university and its history is poised to play a central role in his approach as he takes on the challenges of leading the Terriers.
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