Corey Gipson, head coach of Austin Peay State University men's basketball team, has been named a finalist for the Ben Jobe Award, which is presented annually to the top minority head coach in Division I. Gipson has overseen a significant turnaround in the Atlantic Sun Conference, leading the team to 19 wins, one of the best in the program's Division I Era. The Govs' 10-win improvement from the previous season is remarkable, and Gipson's 13 newcomers have made an impact, notably DeMarcus Sharp and Ja'Monta Black. The Ben Jobe Award is named in honor of the iconic coach at Historically Black Colleges and universities, and the recipient will be announced in Phoenix, Arizona.

By the Numbers
  • 19 wins in the current season
  • 10-win improvement from the previous season
State of Play
  • Gipson's 13 newcomers have made a significant impact on the team
  • The Ben Jobe Award recipient will be announced in Phoenix, Arizona
Bottom Line

Corey Gipson's leadership has guided Austin Peay men's basketball to a remarkable turnaround, positioning him as a finalist for the prestigious Ben Jobe Award.