The longtime leader of the Carleton University men's basketball program has been hired by the University of the Pacific Tigers as head coach of the men's NCAA Division I team.
"He is one of the most respected basketball minds in the world and someone who will not only show his energy and enthusiasm on the sidelines but in the community as well."The Red Raiders went 23-11 this season and earned a No. 6 seed in the NCAA tournament, but fell to No. 11 NC State in the first round last Thursday.
"I am thrilled with the opportunity to lead the Tigers into a new era," Smart said."Adam and president Callahan have an ambitious and exciting vision for the program, and I thank them for entrusting me with the task of bringing that vision to life.
Smart was an assistant on the senior team that finished third at the FIBA Americas Championship in Mexico City in 2015. He helped Canada to an 8-2 record, including a one-point victory over Mexico in the bronze-medal game.
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