UAFS men's basketball coaches are taking part in this year's "Suits and Sneakers Week" presented by NABC's Coaches vs Cancer. Jim Boone was hired as UAFS head men's basketball coach on Tuesday, April 9. In 2013-14, Boone led the Statesmen to one of their best seasons in program history, as they captured the Gulf South Conference regular-season title and made a run to the NCAA Division II Sweet 16. UAFS, along with six other Heartland Conference teams, will begin its first season as a member of the 19-team Lone Star Conference beginning this fall. community participation and a balanced approach to student-athlete development.. Former Edmond Santa Fe basketball player Tyler Williams was dismissed from the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith basketball team Aug. 16 for what he and his family allege was racial discrimination by head coach Jim Boone because of Williams' hair.. Williams and his parents met with Boone that day, and Williams recorded the conversation upon which their allegations are based. 0:46. UAFS coach Jim Boone had been counting down the days until the team camp started. Whorton's 30-year tenure there began in 1986 when the school was known as Westark College and continued as the program transitioned from the NJCAA to the NCAA Division II level in 2009. They chose not to do that, which I think was a good decision, because they didnt want me to become a focal point of something that was supposed to be much bigger than me in terms of the discussion that was being held, Boone said. During his career, Boones teams have won seven conference championships, four tournament titles and have made 11 postseason appearances. The others were struggling with them. It is important to him to have a program that develops young men . It will air on KFPW AM1230 until the conclusion of UAFS Baseball on Fox Sports Radio 103.5. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. by Tina Alvey Dale([emailprotected]) November 6, 2019 5:31 pm 3,336 views. Lamar adds Harral as Assistant Mens Basketball Coach, OFFICIAL: McLean named Assistant at Lamar, Brooks named Head Basketball Coach at Lamar, Assistant Mens Basketball Coach Anderson University, Head Mens Basketball Coach Warren Wilson College, Head Mens Basketball Coach Bethany College. McAdams was hired to lead the UAFS women's basketball program on July 12, 2021 following four seasons as the top assistant at New Mexico State. He decided to. 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. Boone finished his time with a school-record 228 wins and a .763 win percentage. During his time with the Vulcans, Boones 1992 squad posted 31 wins and was the number one team in the country. "He will be able to use his college as well as professional career to help our guys improve daily. Chappell played four seasons at NCAA Division I Lamar University, where he averaged 8.4 points per game during his senior season. UAFS honors Fort Smith coaching legend Kaundart by Harold McIlvain | December 18, 2022 at 1:00 a.m. Ruth Kaundart, wife of legendary University of Arkansas at Fort Smith basketball coach. In a letter sent to UAFS Athletics on Friday, Feb. 24,. Boone made the jump to NCAA DI basketball in 1986 as an assistant at Charleston Southern University, where the Buccaneers won the Big South Conference Championship. Late Thursday night, representation for University of Arkansas-Fort Smith men's basketball coach Jim Boone sent a statement to The Oklahoman detailing its investigation of allegations of racial discrimination made by former UAFS player Tyler Williams.. A five-page statement from the Mars Law Firm on behalf of Boone alleges that Williams "intended to transfer from UA-FS all along and knew . According to a news release from . Boone was named GSC Coach of the Year, marking the seventh time in his career he has captured such an honor. UPDATED FOR 2023: Click to view our FULL LIST of coaching changes at EVERY LEVEL of college basketball. twitter MENU HOME JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST HEAD COACH RYAN MCADAMS STUBBLEFIELD CENTER UAFS WOMEN' BASKETBALL He said that he cannot speak for the entire organization, but that he, personally, is not satisfied. Thanks to great sources who had HoopDirt.com out in front of this one yesterday (DII DIRT). A native of Fort Smith, Bailey is a former UAFS basketball player and former UAFS assistant mens basketball coach and head mens cross country coach. On Sept. 11, Riley reported that the universitys EOC officer did not find substantial evidence to support the claim of race discrimination but that the process revealed a need for better communications when addressing a sensitive matter, particularly when raised by a student. In her statement, Riley said the UAFS athletics department will not condone or allow a policy, procedure, or practice conveyed verbally or in writing to dictate the hair styles or hair lengths for its student athletes. Riley also said she would allocate resources to hire a director of campus diversity and inclusion. Its all about people and leadership. It was a really, really special night for a very special person.". Founded, monitored, and run by college coaches. University of Arkansas Fort Smith Director of Athletics Curtis Janz announced Tuesday morning that Jim Boone has been hired as mens basketball head coach. We are so excited to roll our sleeves up and get to work on building an elite program. Bailey joined the college ranks in 2010 when he served as an intern at Texas-Permian Basin for head coach Dwaine Osborne. UAFS men's basketball coach Josh Newman has announced the recent hiring of Brandon Chappell and Zane Gibson as assistant coaches. Many of Kaundart's former players were in attendance as well, including 1968 NBA All-Star Jim King and 1993 NBA champion Darrell Walker, among others. http://www.uafortsmithlions.com/news/2018/6/27/mens-basketball-no-place-like-home-uafs-alum-bailey-returns-to-coach-lions.aspx. During that time, Bailey worked with five Sun Devils who went on to play professionally. "Anytime you get a chance to honor a true legend of your university, it is really special," Janz said. UAFS is home for Justin. It was a very special night.". 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. Kaundart's program produced the likes of Ron Brewer and Walker, both of whom went on to play for the Arkansas Razorbacks and in the NBA, and Greg Skulman, who went on to play for the Razorbacks. Jan 29 "It's a new squad with one or two guys playing that were on the field last year. Featured guests will be UAFS Women's Basketball Head CoachRyan McAdamsand UAFS Men's Basketball Head CoachJim Boonewith host Jimmy Haas. He averaged 2.4 points per game before his season was cut short because of an injury that eventually led to a medical redshirt. Our intentions and motive were for Tyler to continue his education at UAFS and graduate in May 2020 with a bachelors degree in organizational leadership and (as) a member of the UAFS Mens Basketball team, the letter states. In 2017-18, the Statesmen made their third consecutive trip to the GSC semifinals, making Delta State the only school to do that in each of the last three seasons, and in 2016-17, he led the Statesmen to their 16th NCAA Tournament appearance, where they advancedto the second round and closed the year with a 23-9 record. "Brandon has an extremely high energy level and an outstanding knowledge of the game," Newman said. UAFS Spotlight: Anderson relishes role for Lions men's basketball team by Harold McIlvain | January 22, 2023 at 1:00 a.m. Evan Anderson (right) was just the type of player University of. The Lady Lions' last eight regular-season games were canceled because of COVID-19. The number one thing, and that was my major concern, was our team. The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith men's basketball coach responded, through his attorney, to racial discrimination allegations. Former Head Mens Basketball CoachJim Booneresigned from his position as head coach at UAFS following four years with the program. During his final professional season, he averaged 14.3 points per game while playing for Germany's Licher Baeran. "Zane has been directly involved with the recent success at Middle Tennessee State. Boone also added two NCAA DII Final Four appearances, six regular season conference titles and six trips to the NCAA Tournament at the helm of the Vulcans. We work to develop our players to maximize their abilities and to put them into positions to enhance their strengths, Boone said. But Jerry West was watching and noted to the general manager that there was only one person here that could help the team. Thatchampionship experience led Boone to California University of Pennsylvania as head coach. We were going to do something but then couldn't do it. He earned his bachelors degree in Accounting (1981) and followed that with a masters in Business Administration from the University of Kentucky (1982) with a concentration in Marketing. This is truly a university where we can have it all a championship basketball program, represented by quality student-athletes and built with great integrity to last for long-term. Boone inherits a UAFS team that featured only one senior on its 12-player roster. 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"We talked with our team earlier in the week about coach Kaundart and what it meant for us to represent him. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Culture is very important to me, and Justin will build a positive, high energy, trusting culture. Boone, a native of Winfield, W.Va., has been a collegiate head coach for 33 seasons at the NCAA Division I and II levels. UAFS Women's Basketball Camps are held at the UAFS Basketball Facilities on the University of Arkansas Fort Smith campus in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The AP will not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing. O'Neil, Caleb (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); HoopDirt is your source for the latest college basketball coaching news, rumors, and job postings. I did not want to take away from anything that may have been or could have been discussed that might not have been if I were present. Obviously, one of our most important objectives will be to meet our new team and to let them know that they are a part of our family now and that they are our guys. (Submitted Photo). The first two weeks are always like a whirlwind. From 1990-96, his California teams recorded more than 20 victories for six consecutive years tallying an impressive 150-33 mark during that span. The Grizzlies and Lady Bears up until last year played at Kaundart-Grizzly Fieldhouse, which was their home since the 1965 season. I still want to see justice done for this young man who did nothing to be dismissed from this team, Good said. There aren't many days when the 10-year NBA veteran who still lives in Fort Smith doesn't think about his former coach. Our vision is to build a championship quality program, a program that will compete for conference, regional and national prominence. Boone was inducted into the California (Pa.) Hall of Fame in 2005. In a letter sent to Talk Business and Politics, signed by Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Williams and Tyler Williams, it stated, Tyler did not choose to leave UAFS Mens Basketball team on his own accord; Boone dismissed him. Prior to his initial meeting with Boone, Williams had already completed course enrollment for the fall semester, completed a UAFS housing agreement and moved into his housing suite at UAFS, the letter stated. 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. "There were a lot of smiles and laughter," Janz said. Murrell, Drew Copyright 2023, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. It is important to him to have a program that develops young mens character, which will fit into our athletic culture, Janz said. Boone finished his time with a school-record 228 wins and a .763 win percentage. At both levels combined, he compiled a 648 . Irby, Evan UAFS honors Fort Smith coaching legend Kaundart, Ruth Kaundart, wife of legendary University of Arkansas at Fort Smith basketball coach Gayle Kaundart, is honored Dec. 8 during halftime of a men's basketball game in Gayle Kaundart Arena in Fort Smith. https://uafortsmithlions.com/news/2019/4/9/boone-named-uafs-mens-basketball-coach.aspx. I was planning to go and actually thought I was going to be asked to on the panel. doctor explains, Florida News That Affects You March 1, 2023 | 1290 VDNH, Fayetteville City Council appoints PWC Commissioner, Girls high school basketball team will lose the tournament instead of playing a transgender player, UA pitching depth is on the coachs agenda, 8 Good Luck Charms and the Stories Behind Them, Dreams Explained: What it Means When You Dream About These 4 Things, 7 21st Century Directors and Why We Love Their Movies, Making it in Music: 7 Under 30 Musicians Success Stories. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. His 94-24 league record in the PSAC is still the best of any coach in that conferences history. The UAFS athletics announced their search for a new head men's basketball coach. In all, the Statesmen completed a two-year turnaround of a program that had won just six games the year before Boone took over in 2012-13. UAFS basketball coach responds to racial discrimination allegationsSubscribe to 40/29 on YouTube now for more: http://bit.ly/PTElbKGet more Northwest Arkansa. The Lions also set a school record for single-season wins and being ranked in both national polls the entire season, peaking at No. Chappell said he is excited about joining Newman's staff and helping to continue to build on the program's success. Williams, from Edmund, Okla., was a guard and the second-leading scorer for UAFS for the 2018-19 season. Longtime Alma softball Coach Charla Parrish coached. He still holds the school record for conference wins over a four-year period at Tusculum. Jim Boone is in his third season as the head coach at UAFS with a 24-32 (.429) overall record with the Lions following a seven-year stint at Delta State. Ruth Kaundart, wife of legendary University of Arkansas at Fort Smith basketball coach Gayle Kaundart, is honored Dec. 8 during halftime of a men's basketball game in Gayle Kaundart Arena in Fort Smith. He is the winningest UAFS women's basketball coach in program history. That culture will make our overall athletic culture stronger. Boone said the Lions will be fundamentally-sound and will emphasize a hard-working offense that emphasizes playing together, sharing the basketball and taking great shots. 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. At the time, it was the Lions second national tournament appearance in three seasons. It only grew to new heights from there. In his 2018-19 roster photo, Williams sports chin-length dreadlocks that are pulled back from his face. Your email address will not be published. Kaundart, who passed away in 1995 at the age of 72, left behind quite a footprint coaching men's basketball. This past season UAFS seventh as an active NCAA Division II member the Lions posted a 24-6 overall finish and a 12-4 finish in the conference. I believe Justin is one of the best young coaches around, and I think he will lead UAFS basketball for years to come.. Boone did, however, use the media day as an opportunity to offer an apology to Tyler Williams, his family and to the community at large. But I just really felt at the end of the day it would have been inappropriate for me to have attended.. Of the six returning players, only one has been with the team for more than one year. He finished this past season with 558 career wins, which ranks him 14th among active NCAA Division II coaches in wins and among NCAA Division IIs Top 40 All-Time Winningest Coaches. "We were running drills exactly like coach Kaundart did during my NBA tryout for the Lakers," King said. His ability to create relationships combined with his work ethic make for a great combination as a coach.". The national search for the new head mens basketball coach at UAFS will begin immediately. On the money side of things, the UAFS baseball program brought home $499,243 in revenue and paid out $499,243 in total expenses. Bailey, who has been an assistant coach at NCAA Division I Lamar the past two seasons, succeeds former UAFS coach Josh Newman, who earlier this month resigned after 12 seasons to become head mens basketball coach at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. The veteran leader is currently ranked 8th nationally in wins among active coaches and top 30 all-time. Boone, Brett The fundamental drills Kaundart made his players run to perfection was just the spark King needed to start his pro career. Former head coach Jim Boon resigned at the end of the season. It was also great to hear from Mayor George McGill talk about the role coach Kaundart played in the integration of Fort Smith Public Schools. Former men's basketball head coach Jim Boone stepped down as UAFS head coach after four years with the program. D2 DIRT: Boone to step away at Arkansas Fort Smith, D2 NEWS: Mance, Trevecca Nazarene part ways, Assistant Mens Basketball Coach Anderson University, Head Mens Basketball Coach Warren Wilson College, Head Mens Basketball Coach Bethany College. This past season, UAFS finished 3-6. In 2017-18, the Statesmen made their third consecutive trip to the GSC semifinals, making Delta State the only school to do that in each of the last three seasons, and in 2016-17, he led the Statesmen to their 16th NCAA Tournament appearance, where they advanced to the second round and closed the year with a 23-9 record. Bailey played basketball for two seasons (2005-07) at UAFS, which competed in NJCAA at that time. UAFS Athletics announces search for head coach for mens basketball team. They said former UAFS men's basketball coach Justin Bailey was placed on administrative leave after being arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. It's our job as the current caretakers of the department to be able to look back and make sure those that came before us are celebrated. UAFS Women's Basketball Camps are led by the UAFS Lions Women's Basketball coaching staff. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. The page you are looking for no longer exists. The same thing happened earlier in the week. 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. #RunToTheRoar . Founded, monitored, and run by college coaches. "I'm excited to announce that Brandon Chappell and Zane Gibson have joined the UAFS men's basketball family," Newman said. During his 19 seasons at Northside, Kaundart led the Grizzlies to five state championships with the last coming in 1974, capping off a magical 30-0 championship season. Ekezie, Drew It was great to finally get it done and do it right. #RunToTheRoar . The Waldron native broke out for UAFS in his initial year, leading the team in scoring (20.8 points per game) and earned Lone Star Conference all-freshman team honors in 2020. "Coach Kaundart didn't allow us to take breaks, so I ran to the other end and shot some free throws. Head Athletic Trainer (Men's Basketball, MGolf) Indianapolis jumped two spots to occupy the No. Gibson, a native of Chattanooga, Tenn., was previously a graduate assistant for two seasons at NCAA Division I Middle Tennessee State. (Submitted Photo), University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Chancellor Terisa C. Riley hugs Ruth Kaundart, wife of legendary UAFS basketball coach Gayle Kaundart, on Dec. 8 during halftime of a men's basketball game in Gayle Kaundart Arena in Fort Smith. Its what we do, its our trademark, its who we are and its our identity. It was hard to breathe in there with the smog that had rolled in with no air conditioning. The forum, titled Safe Space: Lets Talk Race, aimed to expand and engage the discussions around diversity, inclusion, race, and community. From California (Pa.), Boone moved on to the challenge of rebuilding NCAA Division I Robert Morris University, eventually leading the Colonials to the NEC Championship game in 2000. Bailey played in 29 games during his second season and was the Lions fourth-leading scorer with 7.8 points per game. The UAFS Black Student Association hosted a public forum Sept. 17 on conquering bias and improving understanding on campus. 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