Longwood Head Men's Basketball Coach Ronnie Thomas announced Connor Piskin as the new Director of Basketball Operations. Piskin joins the Lancers after a season at Frank Phillips College and brings experience from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, where he contributed to a successful campaign that included a historic conference championship. Coach Thomas praised Piskin's humility and service-oriented mindset, which aligns with the program's core values. Piskin expressed excitement about the opportunity and is eager to support the program鈥檚 mission and standards.

By the Numbers
  • Piskin helped SIUE win 39 games over two seasons and achieve an NCAA Tournament berth.
  • During his last season there, SIUE posted a record of 22-12, the best in the program鈥檚 Division I history.
Yes, But

While Piskin's past successes are notable, transitioning to Longwood means adapting to a new environment and competition level, which could present challenges.

State of Play
  • Longwood is preparing for the new season with a focus on building a strong program culture.
  • The coaching staff is emphasizing development and support for the student-athletes to drive on-court success.
What's Next

Piskin will work closely with Coach Thomas to implement strategies aimed at enhancing team performance and achieving program goals in the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

Piskin's addition to the Longwood basketball staff signals a commitment to a supportive and high-performance environment, vital for the team鈥檚 success moving forward.