On April 15th, 2021, Iona College announced the hiring of Tobin Anderson as the new head coach of the Iona Men’s Basketball team. Anderson will replace Rick Pitino, who resigned in March of this year.
Anderson is a familiar face to Iona College, having served as an assistant coach for the school from 2011 to 2013. He has also been an assistant coach at the University of Rhode Island and the University of South Florida. Anderson has been a head coach for two seasons, leading the University of South Florida to a 19-13 record in 2019-2020.
The hiring of Anderson is seen as a major step forward for Iona College’s basketball program. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the team, and his previous success as a head coach will be invaluable to the Gaels. Anderson is known for his ability to develop young talent, and he is expected to help Iona become a perennial powerhouse in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC).
Anderson is also well-respected among his peers in the coaching world. He has been praised for his work ethic and dedication to the game, and he is seen as someone who can help Iona reach its full potential.
The hiring of Anderson is a major move for Iona College and its basketball program. With Anderson at the helm, the Gaels are poised to become one of the top teams in the MAAC. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the team, and his previous success as a head coach will be invaluable to the Gaels. Anderson’s hiring is sure to bring a new level of excitement and enthusiasm to Iona’s basketball program, and the future looks bright for the Gaels.
