Grand Canyon head coach Bryce Drew was honored with the National Association of Basketball Coaches' District 6 Coach of the Year award for leading the team to a 30-5 record, WAC championships, and the program's first NCAA Division I tournament victory.

By the Numbers
  • Drew's record at GCU: 94-32 (.746) in four seasons
  • GCU achieved its highest victory total since 1988 and a program-best NCAA Evaluation Tool ranking (31)
  • GCU's national rankings: 3rd in free throws made, 9th in blocked shots, 12th in scoring margin, and 16th in opponent field goal percentage
State of Play
  • Bryce Drew and players Tyon Grant-Foster, Ray Harrison, and Gabe McGlothan received NABC District 6 Coach of the Year award and spots in the first and second teams
  • The team achieved a 30-5 record, WAC regular-season and postseason championships, and the program's first NCAA Division I tournament victory
What's Next

With this recognition, Drew's coaching career is expected to continue on an upward trajectory, potentially attracting more talented players to the program and elevating Grand Canyon University's position in college basketball.

Bottom Line

Bryce Drew's exceptional leadership and the players' outstanding performance have not only brought remarkable achievements to GCU but also serve as a testament to the team's promising future and growing influence in college basketball.