Bloomfield Hills Marian girls basketball team hires former Detroit Renaissance coach Olaseni (Shane) Lawal, who led the Phoenix to multiple championships before becoming an assistant coach with the Sacramento Kings in the NBA.

By the Numbers
  • Lawal led the Detroit Renaissance team to a 50-14 record, including winning three Detroit Public School League championships, two district titles, and one regional championship.
  • Marian's previous coach, Michelle Lindsey, had a record of 10-14 and 11-12 during her tenure, winning a district championship in 2023.
State of Play
  • Marian aims to elevate its basketball program under Lawal's leadership in the competitive CHSL-Central division.
  • The team has talent in returning players like Molly McLeod, Mack Reid, and others, creating a promising roster for Lawal's guidance.
What's Next

Lawal's experience and coaching style are expected to enhance player development and foster a winning culture at Marian, with a focus on both on-court success and personal growth.

Bottom Line

The hiring of Coach Lawal signifies Marian's strategic shift to boost its basketball program's competitiveness, leveraging his past successes and coaching expertise to propel the team towards future achievements in the challenging CHSL-Central division.