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More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23. Chris Kielsmeier Title: Head Coach Phone: 687-5133 Experience: Fifth Season Bio Chris Kielsmeier enters his fifth season at the helm of the Cleveland State women's basketball program during the 2022-23 season, looking to continue the growth that the program has had over the last few years. Kevin Mackey (born August 21, 1946) is a former head coach of men's basketball at Cleveland State University. Its not easy when a coach leaves, especially someone like Dennis, said CSU athletic director Scott Garrett. From L-R: Former CSU President Harlan Sands, coach Daniyal Robinson, athletic director Scott Garrett. The 198586 season is arguably the most memorable in Vikings history, as they achieved the improbable in becoming the first ever 14th seeded team to make it to the Sweet Sixteen of the 1986 NCAA tournament. Sharbaugh also had coaching stops at Urbana University, West Virginia Wesleyan and California University (Pa.). Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Salaries. (KMIZ) ESPN's Pete Thamel is reporting that Cleveland State's Dennis Gates has emerged as the target in Missouri's men's basketball search. Cleveland State was a late addition to the 2019 college basketball coaching carousel as the university hired former Florida State assistant Dennis Gates to be its head coach. The Warriors held the edge on the boards, and their hustle and ball movement, along with clutch . s.l.payne50@csuohio.edu. All rights reserved (About Us). CSU President Harlan Sands thanked Gates for his service. Who will win each 2023 conference tournament? With Gates on the staff, the Seminoles played in four NCAA Tournaments, advanced to the Elite Eight of the 2018 NCAA Tournament and advanced to the Sweet 16 in both 2012 and 2019. Dennis Gates. ), 3 Times (Tourn. Following a 75-69 second round win against 6th seeded St.Joseph's, the Vikings would ultimately lose to Navy 71-70 on a clutch basket in the waning seconds by future Hall of Famer, David Robinson. CLEVELAND (WJW)- Cleveland State men's basketball coach Dennis Gates will be staying in the Land. During his tenure in Tallahassee, Gates has helped recruit top-100 players including 2017 NBA Lottery pick Jonathan Isaac (No. "I have always envisioned myself coaching since I was a child," said Joyce III. Division regular season and conference tournament champion Gates tenure at Florida State mirrored the Seminoles rise to national prominence. He has impressed Robinson in workouts. Cleveland State Vikings men's basketball is the men's college basketball team that represents Cleveland State University. Both are eligible to play immediately because they graduated from CSU in the spring. Or write about sports? Do you have a sports website? He is from Rock Island (Ill.) Senior High, Robinsons alma mater. He also announced that he planned to go into rehab, and his lawyer asked Cleveland State to let him go on a leave of absence so he could complete it. [22] He continued recruiting from those areas in his second stint with Iowa State. Cleveland State basketball news, recruiting and analysis. The Cleveland Charge offer up to four free tickets to Cleveland State students, faculty and staff. It was CSU's third-ever win over a Top 25 ranked opponent, and first ever on the road. [3], Mackey coached at Cleveland State University from 1983 to 1990 and posted a record of 144 wins and 67 losses. 3. Cleveland State also has planned for additional investment in the assistant coaching salary pool, home game scheduling opportunities, and other operating budget areas like strength and conditioning, recruiting, travel and equipment. Special Assistant to the Head Coach. 9), 2017 NBA Draft choice Dwayne Bacon, (No. CLEVELAND Cleveland State University head men's basketball coach Dennis Gates announced his coaching staff this afternoon with the additions of Rob Summers, Dru Joyce III and Ryan Sharbaugh as assistant coaches, Chase Goldstein as the director of operations, Dickey Nutt as the special assistant to the head coach for student-athlete development and Sean Sims as the video coordinator. More information is available online at csuvikings.com, or by calling 216-687-4848. His teams made one NCAA and two National Invitation Tournament appearances and averaged more than 20 wins per season. Since the 11-year run by head coach Gary Waters ended in 2017, the Horizon League Vikings have been led by Dennis Felton (2017-2019) and Dennis. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). My perspective as a player, and also what I learned from the great coaches I have been surrounded by, is invaluable.". "I wanted to hire a diverse and talented staff with an abundance of energy and passion for recruiting and player development. Mackey spent 60 days at a rehab center run by John Lucas, and then went on to a successful career in minor league basketball. So it has come around again at Cleveland State. All rights reserved. St. Vincent-St. Mary's Ramar Pryor could have backed away from his commitment to CSU after a coaching change. Great news for @CSU_MBasketball, signing @coachdgates to new 6-year deal. But wedged in between the school's historical highlights have been long stretches of losing and other dysfunction. clevelandstatehoops.blogspot.com Joined May 2009. "I am excited to watch the passion and energy that Coach Gates has for this program and watch it translate to the overall success of the program on, and off, the court. Cleveland State's 6-foot-9 center was set to graduate. Gates is the 20th head coach in program history, coming to Missouri from Cleveland State University. Gates replaces Cuonzo Martin, who was fired March 11. I am looking forward to the impact he will have on our student-athletes both on and off the court and in this community.". Hes a combo guard, highly competitive and can really defend, said Robinson. [16] Robinson became an assistant coach for the Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball team starting in the 20082009 season. 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CLEVELAND, Ohio - The search to replace Cleveland State basketball coach Dennis Gates is over. We look forward to working with Coach Gates to strategically build on this seasons Horizon League Championship and NCAA Tournament appearance, and to reopening the Wolstein Center doors for fans to join us during what will be one of the most highly anticipated mens basketball seasons in Cleveland State history.. "He has great energy and a relentless work ethic. He remains very much in the good graces of Cleveland State fans. I believe he will do a great job with Ramar. [8] They were also banned from Mid-Continent conference play for the duration of the probation. During the 2019-20 season, the Vikes saw seven league wins, the most since the 2014-15 season. CLEVELAND - Cleveland State University head men's basketball coach Dennis Gates announced his coaching staff this afternoon with the additions of Rob Summers, Dru Joyce III and Ryan Sharbaugh as assistant coaches, Chase Goldstein as the director of operations, Dickey Nutt as the special assistant to the head coach for student-athlete development Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Cleveland State is hiring longtime Iowa State assistant Daniyal Robinson as its next coach. Cleveland State mens basketball has a very rich tradition and history, and Im humbled to lead this program. Photo by Colter Peterson, cpeterson@post-dispatch.com Colter Peterson Mizzou men's. Postseason invitational champion Three years ago, when Cleveland State University hired Dennis Gates as its men's basketball coach, Daniyal Robinson said he felt like he was already here. Five years later, Cleveland State was placed on two years' probation for providing improper financial assistance to Bol and two other African players. I was extremely impressed with his recruiting vision, basketball IQ, player development strategies and for giving back to the community.". CSU has turned to Daniyal Robinson, an assistant coach at Iowa State for the last seven years.. This unsuccessful stretch, in part, cost not only Martin but also Frank Haith and Kim Anderson their jobs. No one gave a shit, me least of all. Like Pryor, Drake comes from a powerhouse program and could be underrated by some recruiters. Right after being hired, Robinson talked to five players and convinced them to stay: Deante Johnson, Yahel Hill, Deshon Parker, Jayson Woodrich and Cole Middleton. Under Gates' guidance, junior guardTre Gomillionwas named Horizon League Defensive Player of the Year, as well as a member of the All-League Defensive Team, whileTorrey Patton(All-League First Team) andDeante Johnson(All-League Defensive Team) also garnered postseason honors. He can help us right away.. [3][4] Robinson then attended Indian Hills Community College for two years,[5] where he continued his basketball career,[6][7] and subsequently played for the Little Rock Trojans men's basketball team from 1996 to 1998. In 2009, Nutt was named as head coach at SEMO, where twice led the Redhawks to a second-place finish in the Ohio Valley Conference. [8] [1] Gates won his first game as a college head coach on November 9, 2019, against the Division II Edinboro Fighting Scots, a 79-54 victory for the Vikings. Joyce, a former high school teammate of LeBron James, has received the King's endorsement. Sharbaugh joined Bradley after spending two seasons as graduate assistant at Florida State on Leonard Hamilton's Seminoles staff. However, Bol didn't speak or write English very well at the time. Most importantly, I wanted to surround our student-athletes with men of great character and integrity.". The main CSU coach recruiting Pryor was Dru Joyce III, the son of Joyce II and also an assistant under Gates at CSU. As a senior, he averaged 15.3 points and 4.0 rebounds for the Division II state title winners. [6] He was arrested for driving under the influence and having an open container. [25][26][27], During his first stint at Iowa State with head coach Greg McDermott, Robinson was responsible for recruiting players from Chicago and junior colleges. Cleveland State University announced this week that Coach Dennis Gates was leaving CSU to take up the head coach position at the University of Missouri. Mike Policastro: Director of Athletics . "Being an Ohio guy, I am overjoyed at the opportunity that Coach Gates has provided for my family and I to return back home," said Summers. I believe in his vision and I am honored to begin building a championship culture alongside our student-athletes.". [35] The couple raised three children. 11 Syracuse, 72-69 - Cleveland State Official Athletic Site, Cleveland State stuns No. Copyright 2022 WOIO. Gates, who garnered Horizon League Coach of the Year honors in 2019-20, is only the second head coach in Cleveland State history to be named Horizon League Coach of the Year, joining Gary Waters (2007-08). Robinson quickly contacted Joyce II. He also had stints as a men's basketball assistant coach at Florida State (2011-19, 2004-05), Nevada (2009-11), Northern Illinois (2008-10), Cal (2005-07), and Marquette (2003-04). The success of our student-athletes academically, and on the basketball court, has energized our students, faculty, staff, alumni and CSU fans across Northeast Ohio and beyond. On July 26, 2019, Gates was named 17th head coach in Cleveland State basketball history, replacing Dennis Felton. Gates work in recruiting has helped Florida State become a fixture in the NCAA Tournament. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. He is also known for recruiting future NBA player Manute Bol. Seas. Cleveland State finished the 2020-21 season with a 19-8 record, including 16 regular season conference wins, marking the most wins in league play in team history (previously 15, 1992-93 season). I want to thank Coach Gates for providing me the opportunity to be the video coordinator on his staff and I'm excited to be working with his staff creating a championship culture at Cleveland State.".