Oregon State associate head coach Michael Plank has been named to Silver Waves Media’s Top 100 Most Influential/Impactful Assistant Coaches. His selection recognizes a coaching career spanning college basketball, grassroots programs and the NBA, including five seasons at San Francisco before joining the Beavers in 2026.

By the Numbers
  • San Francisco went 109-61 during Plank’s five seasons on staff.
  • The Dons had four straight 20-win seasons and reached the NCAA Tournament once and the NIT twice.
  • Plank coached 13 All-West Coast Conference selections at San Francisco.
  • Washington State’s 2023 recruiting class ranked No. 25 nationally in transfer activity, per EvanMiya.com.
Bottom Line

Plank’s recognition reflects a résumé built on winning, player development and recruiting across multiple levels—experience he now brings to Oregon State.