Wednesday, July 11, 2007

WNCC former men's assistant coach hired at Rogers State University in Oklahoma

Former WNCC and Northeastern Junior College men’s assistant basketball coach Michael Wells has moved up to the four-year coaching level after being hired as an assistant coach at Rogers State University in Oklahoma. Wells joins head coach Amy Williams in starting up the first-year program.

“I am very excited to have Michael join our staff,” Williams said. “His basketball knowledge, work ethic, leadership ability, experience and organization will be instrumental in the development of our new program Michael and I have known each other for a long time and have a great understanding of one another.

Wells began his coaching career at Western Nebraska Community College from 2001-2003. He spent one year as an assistant for the women’s basketball team as well as one season aiding the men’s program. He helped the Cougars to two 29-win seasons and one Region IX Championship. WNCC sent nine players to Division I schools during his tenure.

After WNCC, Wells served as an assistant coach at Northeastern Junior College, helping the Plainsmen to the national tournament. Last year, he worked for the Albuquerque, N.M. Public School system.

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