Ryan Grandits has been named the seventh head coach of the Daemen University men鈥檚 basketball program, succeeding Mike MacDonald, who recently departed for St. Bonaventure. Vice President for Athletics Traci Murphy praised Grandits for his deep understanding of the Division II landscape and his commitment to taking the program to new heights. Grandits, who has strong ties to Daemen as a former player and long-time assistant, previously led a successful campaign as the head coach at Point Park University. He inherits a program fresh off a historic season, underscoring the expectations ahead.

By the Numbers
  • Grandits contributed to a 192-50 record at Daemen, with five NCAA Tournament appearances.
  • The Wildcats achieved a 33-2 record under MacDonald last season, winning the NCAA Division II East Region Championship.
State of Play
  • Grandits returns to Daemen after a challenging first season at Point Park, where he finished 8-19.
  • Mantaining the Wildcats鈥� winning tradition and furthering their national prominence are top priorities.
What's Next

As the Wildcats prepare for the upcoming season, Grandits will focus on integrating his coaching strategies and reinforcing team dynamics. He will likely prioritize recruiting to maintain the program鈥檚 competitive edge after last season鈥檚 successes.

Bottom Line

Ryan Grandits鈥� return to Daemen marks a strategic move to capitalize on recent program achievements, indicating a commitment to upholding and enhancing the winning tradition established by his predecessor.