Belmont University has appointed Brendan Mullins as the associate head coach for its men鈥檚 basketball team, sharing the title with Brian Ayers. Head coach Evan Bradds emphasized Mullins' extensive experience and forward-thinking approach, highlighting his coaching background in the Missouri Valley Conference. Mullins has nearly 20 years of coaching experience, previously serving as associate head coach at Murray State, and has been recognized as a top recruiter in the sport. His coaching tenure includes time at Southern Illinois, Illinois State, UIC, and several other schools. Mullins also enjoyed a successful playing career, finishing as one of the top 3-point shooters at Saint Michael鈥檚 College.

By the Numbers
  • Mullins has nearly 20 years of coaching experience across various programs.
  • Belmont has recorded 21 conference championships since 2006, ranking third nationally.
  • The Bruins have made nine NCAA Tournament appearances in the last two decades.
State of Play
  • Mullins joins a successful Belmont program known for consistently winning.
  • The team has achieved an NCAA-leading 19 Academic All-America selections since 2001.
  • Belmont is the only NCAA Division I program with its men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 teams winning 20 or more games for 11 consecutive seasons.
What's Next

Mullins is expected to leverage his extensive recruiting ties and coaching acumen to enhance Belmont鈥檚 competitive position in the Missouri Valley Conference. The upcoming season will showcase his impact on player development and team strategy as the Bruins aim for another successful year.

Bottom Line

Brendan Mullins' appointment as associate head coach is a significant move for Belmont basketball, potentially elevating the program鈥檚 status further. With a track record of success and recruitment, Mullins is poised to contribute to the Bruins' ongoing legacy of excellence on and off the court.