Ryan Grandits has been appointed as the seventh head coach of the Daemen University men鈥檚 basketball program, following the resignation of Mike MacDonald. Vice President for Athletics Traci Murphy highlighted Grandits' extensive experience and understanding of NCAA Division II, recognizing him as the ideal choice for the position. He returns to Daemen after serving as head coach at Point Park University, where he gained valuable experience despite a challenging inaugural season. Grandits previously contributed to Daemen's success as a player and assistant coach, achieving a 192-50 record and multiple NCAA Tournament appearances.

By the Numbers
  • Grandits amassed a 192-50 record as an assistant at Daemen, including five NCAA Tournament berths.
  • He led Point Park University to an 8-19 overall record in his first season as head coach.
State of Play
  • Grandits inherits a Daemen program that recently recorded a 33-2 record and won the NCAA Division II East Region Championship.
  • The Wildcats achieved a perfect 16-0 conference record for the second consecutive season.
What's Next

As Grandits takes the helm, focus will remain on maintaining the high standards set by the previous coaching staff and striving for continued success in NCAA competitions. Recruiting efforts will also be crucial to sustain the program's trajectory.

Bottom Line

Grandits鈥� hiring signifies Daemen's commitment to building upon its recent successes and reinforces the expectation for sustained excellence in men鈥檚 basketball. His familiarity with the program and leadership experience positions him for a smooth transition and future growth.