Brett MacConnell has been appointed as the new Head Coach of Dartmouth Men鈥檚 Basketball, announced by Mike Harrity, the Director of Athletics and Recreation. With 14 years of Division I experience and a strong background in the Ivy League, MacConnell aims to build a competitive program that embodies Dartmouth鈥檚 values. His experience includes a successful tenure at Princeton, where he secured four Ivy League championships and achieved a significant NCAA tournament run this past year.

By the Numbers
  • 231鈥�121 overall record during his time at Princeton.
  • Four Ivy League championships won while at Princeton.
  • Helped coach 29 All-Ivy League honorees and 19 players who went on to professional basketball careers.
State of Play
  • Dartmouth aims to elevate its basketball program under new leadership.
  • MacConnell's background positions him to leverage strong recruiting and player development.
  • The team's performance in the Ivy League will be closely watched in the upcoming season.
What's Next

MacConnell鈥檚 immediate focus will be on recruiting and developing talent, anticipating a strategic overhaul to enhance team performance. He aims to implement his coaching philosophy to foster the growth of student-athletes and instill a culture of competitive excellence.

Bottom Line

MacConnell鈥檚 hiring represents a strategic move for Dartmouth Men鈥檚 Basketball, as his proven track record and Ivy League experience could catalyze a new era of success for the program. The integration of his vision and values will be critical to the team's evolution in the coming seasons.