Southeastern Louisiana University welcomes Bruce Shingler as the new associate head coach for the men's basketball team, pending approval from the University of Louisiana System's Board of Supervisors. Head Coach David Kiefer praised Shingler's extensive experience and his ability to connect with players, aiming to enhance the program's culture and recruitment efforts. Shingler has previously contributed to significant successes at various institutions, including helping South Carolina reach the Final Four in 2017 and Towson achieve a historic turnaround. His rich background includes mentoring elite players and developing trust within teams, which is expected to benefit the Southeastern basketball program greatly.

By the Numbers
  • Shingler helped South Carolina reach the NCAA Final Four in 2017.
  • At Towson, he contributed to increasing team wins from 1 in 2011-12 to 18 in 2012-13.
State of Play
  • Shingler brings over 20 years of coaching experience, including stops at multiple universities.
  • The hiring aims to bolster the recruiting strategy in the Washington, D.C. area.
What's Next

Shingler's appointment is aimed at enhancing player development and establishing a winning culture as the team prepares for the upcoming season. The coaching staff hopes to utilize Shingler's connections for improved recruitment and performance.

Bottom Line

Bruce Shingler's addition is a strategic move for Southeastern Louisiana University’s basketball program, likely to foster player development and cultural improvement while leveraging his extensive network for recruiting top talent.