Chris Mack has officially announced his first coaching staff for the USF men's basketball team, bringing along four members from his successful tenure at the College of Charleston. The core of the staff includes associate head coach Jeremy Growe, assistant coach Christen Cunningham, director of basketball operations Seth Tatum, and director of creative for men's basketball Ryan Witthoff. Additionally, Dante Jackson joins as an assistant coach from Xavier, and Max Wittenberg continues as the men's basketball video coordinator. Mack emphasized the importance of these coaches in establishing a championship culture at USF, highlighting their mentoring roles as crucial to developing player potential both on and off the court.

By the Numbers
  • Mack's teams at the College of Charleston achieved two 20-win seasons in his two years there.
  • This staff has over 20 years of combined experience coaching at the collegiate level, including roles at programs like Xavier and Louisville.
State of Play
  • Mack's new staff will aim to build on USF's recent successes, including American Conference championships in 2024 and 2026.
  • Max Wittenberg has already made an impact as video coordinator, contributing to the Bulls' recent championship run.
What's Next

The new coaching staff will work to implement their strategies and develop team cohesion immediately as the program gears up for the upcoming season. With a mix of returning talent and new coaching approaches, the team is expected to elevate its competitive performance in the conference.

Bottom Line

Chris Mack's strategic selection of experienced coaches underscores a commitment to excellence and player development at USF. The focus on building a strong team culture is set to play a pivotal role in the program's future successes.