Greg Chenault, a former standout player at Arkansas Tech, has been appointed as the new assistant basketball coach for the Wonder Boys. Head coach Mark Downey praised Chenault's passion and coaching skills, recognizing his successful tenure at Russellville High School, where he achieved a record 24 wins and back-to-back state tournament appearances. With significant ties to the Arkansas basketball community, Chenault aims to enhance recruiting efforts and develop student-athletes at his alma mater.

By the Numbers
  • Led Russellville High School to a program-record 24 wins in the 2023-24 season.
  • Achieved consecutive state tournament appearances in 2023-24 and 2024-25.
State of Play
  • Chenault returns to Arkansas Tech, a school where he excelled as a player, ranking top-10 in program history for assists.
  • He previously coached girls' basketball at Bauxite High School, leading them to two 20-plus win seasons.
What's Next

As the new assistant coach, Chenault plans to leverage his experience and connections to boost the Wonder Boys' recruitment and team performance, aiming for a championship-contending season ahead.

Bottom Line

Chenault's return to Arkansas Tech is seen as a strategic move that combines his familiarity with the program and his proven ability as a successful coach, potentially elevating the team's competitiveness in the upcoming seasons.