In his second year, Keatts repeated his rookie-year double, once again winning the CAA regular-season championship and Conference Coach of the Year. He comes to the Wolfpack after two years as the Director of Basketball Operations for Jim Larranaga’s program at Miami. Glass won the Seminole District Championship and Region III – Division 4 Championship as Roberson was named the Seminole District Coach of the Year, Region III Coach of the Year and The News and Advance Area Coach of the Year. [2] He played basketball Ferrum College, averaging 13.3 points per game by his senior year. James Johnson was the first coach hired by Kevin Keatts after Keatts was hired by NC State. Get the latest news and information for the NC State Wolfpack. Former NC State basketball player Will Roach holds the talent of freshman Dennis Smith to a high regard. On March 17, 2017, Keatts became the 23rd head coach at North Carolina State University, succeeding Mark Gottfried. Main Navigation Menu. (2-3 ACC) Glass High School in Lynchburg, Va."I've known Roy for a long time and I'm excited to add him to our basketball staff," said Keatts. "Roberson took over an E.C. Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial. In Keatts' first season at UNCW he was named CAA Conference Coach of the Year after leading the Seahawks to their first conference championship in nine years, and first winning season in seven (7) years. We welcome Kevin, his wife Georgette, and two sons K.J. The official 2020-21 Men's Basketball Roster for the North Carolina State University Wolfpack. The team's all-time record is 1737-1067 (.619). After the season, Roberson was a coach in the Virginia High School Coaches Association (VHSCA) All-Star game. "As a coach, he's won a lot of games, but it is his passion for his players and program that has always impressed me. Full Bio. Take an in-depth look at NC State’s basketball recruiting board. Former NC State defensive back Juston Burris signed a free agent deal with the Carolina Panthers to help the team rebuild under new coach Matt Rhule. Keatts comes to NC State after three seasons as head coach of UNC-Wilmington. 6-4       Conference regular season champion   Roberson comes to the Wolfpack after spending 12 seasons as the head coach of E.C. NC State women’s basketball head coach Wes Moore announced May 17 the addition of Simon Harris to his coaching staff as an assistant coach.       Division regular season champion After righting the ship, Roberson led the program to its first regional berth since 1995 in the 2009-10 season. After this report, Valvano was forced to resign as the school's athletic director in October 1989. [4] Keatts then joined the staff of Rick Pitino at Louisville and was a part of the Cardinals' 2013 NCAA Division I national championship team which was later vacated by the NCAA because of recruiting violations that occurred from December 2010 until June 2014. NC State Wolfpack vs. Boston College Eagles Time: 8pm TV: ACC Network / WatchESPN Location: Raleigh, NC Line; NC State... NC State Basketball 4 weeks ago OUR TAKE: On NC State’s 79-76 upset win over #17 UNC NC State picks up votes in AP and Coaches polls after beating UNC New, 17 comments By Steven Muma @akulawolf Dec 29, 2020, 5:27pm EST Glass High School in Lynchburg, Va. "I've known Roy for a long time and I'm excited to add him to our basketball staff," said Keatts. "We're confident he has the character, leadership and vision to lead our men's basketball program to great heights.". He is the current men's head coach at North Carolina State University. North Carolina State says its men's basketball game against William & Mary on Monday has been canceled due … "I have an incredible respect for the history and tradition of NC State University, and am honored by the opportunity to lead the Wolfpack," said Keatts. In 105 years of play, the Wolfpack ranks 25th in total victories among NCAA Division I college basketball programs and 26th in winning percentage among programs that have competed at the Division I level for at least 26 years. [6] Citing Keatts' coaching and recruiting prowess, Pitino promoted Keatts to the position of associate head coach in January 2014.[7]. Standing left to right: Assistant Coach Eddie Biedenbach, Assistant Coach Art Musselman, Jerry Hunt, Steve Nuce, Tim Stoddard, Tommy Burleson, Steve Smith, Mike Dempsey, Leo Campbell, Head Coach … [9] After being projected to finish 12th in the ACC,[10] Keatts led the Wolfpack to a tied-for-third-place finish in the conference, as well as earning an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament. [1] He attended Heritage High School and played point guard on their basketball team as well as quarterback on their football team.       Postseason invitational champion   "Kevin quickly emerged as the perfect fit in each of these areas. NC State has hired Roy Roberson as an assistant coach for the men's basketball program, head coach Kevin Keatts announced on Monday. N.C. State basketball coach Kevin Keatts said Monday five members of the Wolfpack program are in quarantine for COVID-19 issues but that the intention was to play the North Carolina game Saturday. Height: 6-5 Avg. Baseball Baseball: Facebook Baseball: Twitter Baseball: Schedule Baseball: Roster Baseball: News Basketball Basketball: Facebook Basketball: Twitter Basketball: Schedule Basketball: Roster Basketball: News Cross Country Cross Country: Facebook Cross Country: Twitter Cross Country: … He returned to Hargrave in 2003 and served as the head coach until 2011. Two years ago, NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts and his staff decided to make a splash with a trio of young in-state guards: Cam Hayes, Breon Pass and Terquavion Smith.At the time, all three were just beginning their sophomore years in high school. Kevin Andre Keatts (born July 28, 1972) is an American college basketball coach. Find out the latest on your favorite NCAAB teams on CBSSports.com. College Basketball Premium Takeaways: NC State vs. Florida State 2021. He has a great energy and knowledge of the game and will be a great teacher and mentor for our student-athletes. Glass advanced to the state semifinals. Listen to what NC State coach Kevin Keatts had to say after the Wolfpack's 105-73 loss to Florida State Seminoles in Tallahassee, Fla., Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Avg. He remained as basketball coach through the 1989–90 season. In 2017-18, E.C. ©2021 Inside Pack Sports. Head Men's Basketball … All rights reserved. Years Exp: 1.4 Averages weighted by minutes played 73.1% of minutes played and 69.0% of scoring return from 1992-93 roster As starting quarterback, Keatts led the football team to be ranked the best in the state, losing only one game his entire career. Wolfpack Women’s game against Louisville pushed back 2 weeks . Kneeling left to right: Craig Kuszmaul, Greg Hawkins, Monte Towe, Joe Cafferky, Rich Holdt, David Thompson, Steve Smoral, Mark Moeller. There are currently 353 Division I men’s basketball programs, and 103 of them, or 29.2%, have Black head coaches. 1972-1973 N.C. State University basketball team. FB Recruiting Clark's Clipboard: 1/14/21. Inside Pack Sports is an independent site and is not affiliated with North Carolina State University. The NC State women’s basketball team has not played since Jan. 3 and will not be … Under subsequent pressure from the school's faculty and new Chancellor, Valvano negotiated a settlement with NC State and resigned as basketball coach on April 7, 1990. Pat Murphy. 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NC State men’s basketball coach Kevin Keatts announced the addition of assistant coach A.W. RALEIGH, NC (AP) — North Carolina State University’s basketball coach says five members of the program are in quarantine after two people tested positive for COVID-19. "When we set out to hire our next men's basketball coach, we wanted to identify someone with the pedigree, vision and plan to serve as the architect of NC State basketball," said Yow. NC State Wolfpack basketball head coach Kevin Keatts answered questions from media members Monday in a league-wide head coaches Zoom press availability.. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Five members of North Carolina State University's basketball program are in quarantine after two people tested positive for COVID-19, the team's head coach said. "We welcome Kevin and his family to the NC State community," said NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson. His father was a masonry instructor at Amherst County High School, and Keatts worked as his apprentice on the weekends. Glass went 21-6 as Roberson garnered District and Region Coach of the Year honors. NC State Basketball B/R's Updated Bracket Predictions @KerranceJames reveals his latest bubble teams and regional breakdowns for the complete 68-team field In 2010-11, E.C. N.C. State basketball coach Kevin Keatts said Monday five members of the Wolfpack program are in quarantine for COVID-19 issues but that the … Prior to his time in Wilmington, he was a member of Rick Pitino's staff at Louisville, helping the Cardinals to a pair of Final Fours, a Sweet 16 and the 2013 NCAA title. [8] Keatts is the first Wolfpack head coach to defeat Duke, North Carolina, and Wake Forest in his first attempt since Tal Stafford during the 1918–19 season.       Conference regular season and conference tournament champion Johnson was the head of Virginia Tech for two seasons from 2012-2014. NC State began varsity intercollegiate competition in men's basketball in 1911. With the Seahawks, Keatts complied a record of 72-28 (.720) and a 41-13 (.759) mark in Colonial Athletic Association play. "James and I go back over 25 years, and my comfort level in his approach, his knowledge of the ACC, and my respect for his ability to teach and develop our student-athletes, makes him an ideal fit," said Keatts. In 2014-15, Roberson led E.C. He is the current men's head coach at North Carolina State University. Keatts and company took the trio to a home football game against Virginia and used the opportunity to … "From incredible fan support to high-level academics, first-class facilities and the ability to recruit at the highest level, everything is in place at NC State to build an elite program. NC State’s Keatts says the Wolfpack has five members of program out due to Covid by: By — The News & Observer: ACC Now 18 Jan N.C. State Wolfpack basketball coach Kevin Keatts tells reporters that his team is just "trying to get on the court" after several team members have tested positive and entered Covid protocols. College Basketball VIP Premium R. Cory Smith Jan 14, 3:00 PM . The good news does come in the form of Quinn’s follow up, that the game will eventually be rescheduled, and that Michigan basketball would try to fill the void left by NC State. 2020 season schedule, scores, stats, and highlights. Kevin Andre Keatts (born July 28, 1972) is an American college basketball coach. However, in the seven biggest conferences in Division I, that number drops to 22.9%. My family and I are honored to become a part of Wolfpack Nation, and I look forward to adding to its storied history." Harris joins the Wolfpack after spending the past four seasons as an assistant coach at the University of Dayton. Former NC State defensive back Juston Burris signed a free agent deal with the Carolina Panthers to help the team rebuild under new coach Matt Rhule. Two years later, Roberson again won Seminole District Coach of the Year honors as E.C. But, playing against the Wolfpack would be a valuable litmus test before taking on Big Ten foe Penn State this upcoming Sunday in Ann Arbor. Glass program that hadn't won a district game in three seasons and immediately brought the program back to relevance. In his spare time, Keatts enjoys table tennis and often posts on social media about playing with his sons. Roberson comes to the Wolfpack after spending 12 seasons as the head coach of E.C. and Kaden to the Wolfpack family." NC State has hired Roy Roberson as an assistant coach for the men's basketball program, head coach Kevin Keatts announced on Monday. North Carolina State A&T Athletics Scoreboard. NC State will play at South Carolina on Dec. 3, introducing another high-profile nonconference game as women's college basketball programs continue … Hamilton while filling out the remainder of … In 2001, Keatts moved to Marshall as an assistant coach to Greg White. During his ten years (over two stints) as the head coach at Hargrave, Keatts had a record of 262–17. NC State basketball coach says 5 members of program are in COVID-19 quarantine newsobserver.com - Chip Alexander. [3], Keatts began his coaching career as an assistant at Southwestern Michigan College for the 1996–97 season. UNLV 77, Duke 79, Kentucky 103, Duke 104, UNC 54, Kansas 53, NC State 54, Houston 52 NCAA Tournament 1988 NCAA , 1976 NCAA , 1940 NCAA , 1950 NCAA , 1981 NCAA The official Men's Basketball page for the North Carolina State University Wolfpack ... Fan-to-Fan Ticket Marketplace Athletics Facilities Game Day Parking Info & Waze Driving Directions High School/Prep Coaches … Glass to a school-record 26 wins as he earned District, Conference and Region Coach of the Year honors. The Wolfpack has had two games postponed in the past week due to a positive … In winning the 2016 conference coach of the year, he became the first coach in CAA history to ever win the award in consecutive years. National champion   Johnson and Keatts were teammates for two seasons at Ferrum College in Ferrum, Va., from 1991-93. |. [4] He then went to Hargrave Military Academy as an assistant coach for two seasons before being promoted to head coach in 1999. His history of success in building programs, of competing at a championship-level in every stop of his career, his commitment to player development and priority in academics make him a tremendous hire for us. [5], In 2011, he earned a degree from Marshall University. The official Men's Basketball page for the North Carolina State University Wolfpack. On March 27, 2014, he was named the head coach of UNC Wilmington (UNCW), succeeding Buzz Peterson. … "He is an outstanding addition to our staff, and I welcome him to NC State." "There is an unbelievable commitment to basketball in Raleigh, and I share a vision with Debbie Yow and Chancellor Randy Woodson on what NC State can achieve. Keatts grew up as an only child in Lynchburg, Virginia. The official 2020-21 Men's Basketball Roster for the North Carolina State University Wolfpack ... Head Men's Basketball Strength & Conditioning Coach.       Division regular season and conference tournament champion NC State, William & Mary game off due to virus. NC State hired Mike Summey prior to the 2020-2021 season.