Alan Frey has been appointed as the 11th full-time head coach of the Northwestern State women's basketball team. Frey transitions from his role as an assistant coach at Loyola (New Orleans), where he contributed to a successful season. He has over 20 years of experience in various coaching roles, primarily within Division I, and is known for his deep connections within Louisiana basketball, which he aims to leverage for recruiting. Frey expressed excitement about his new position, viewing it as a long-held dream. His predecessor, Anna Nimz, left after a six-year tenure to take the head coaching job at North Alabama.

By the Numbers
  • Frey has a combined coaching record of 371-229 over 18 seasons at Tulane.
  • This past season at Loyola, the team achieved a record of 25-5.
State of Play
  • Frey's hiring reinforces NSU's history of successful first-time Division I head coaches.
  • He aims to build on the program's upward trajectory and focus on winning championships.
What's Next

Frey will be officially introduced to the community at a news conference and will work on strategizing for the upcoming season. His emphasis will be on aligning the program's direction with university administration to foster success. Expect ongoing developments around recruitment and team preparation as the new season approaches.

Bottom Line

Alan Frey's deep Louisiana ties and extensive coaching experience position him to revitalize the Northwestern State women's basketball program. His excitement and commitment to building a championship-level team highlight the potential for significant success going forward.