Casey Crawford Returns to Ohio Men’s Basketball as Assistant Coach
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Ohio University Head Coach Jeff Boals announced on September 23, 2024, the addition of Casey Crawford to the men’s basketball coaching staff as an assistant coach.Crawford returns to Athens after spending the 2023-2024 season as the Director of Basketball Operations at Stony Brook University.
A Familiar Face Returns to Athens
Crawford is no stranger to the Ohio program, having previously served in multiple roles from 2019-2024. He began as a student manager and later transitioned into a graduate assistant position under Coach Boals. His return is viewed as a significant boost to the program’s continuity and culture.
“Casey Crawford was an integral and impactful part of the men’s basketball program from 2019-2024, both in a manager and graduate assistant capacity,” Boals stated in the official declaration. “As a bobcat graduate that has a deep understanding of OU basketball, casey’s passion, energy and work ethic will continue to enhance our current, high-performing staff and culture from day one.”
Experience at Stony brook
During his year at Stony Brook, Crawford gained valuable experience in various facets of basketball operations. His responsibilities included:
* Leading pre- and post-game film sessions.
* Scouting opponents and preparing detailed reports.
* Coordinating video operations.
* Coaching and developing post players through specialized drills.
Previous Roles with the Bobcats
Prior to Stony Brook, Crawford’s contributions to the Ohio program were considerable. As a graduate assistant, he was responsible for maintaining NCAA-compliant recruiting logs, assisting with logistical coordination for team meals and operations, and supporting the organization of the Ohio Basketball Camps.
Before becoming a graduate assistant, Crawford served as the head student manager, overseeing a team of ten managers, coordinating travel arrangements, and creating schedules for away games and events.
Player Development Contributions
Throughout his time with the Bobcats, Crawford has been involved in the development of several accomplished players, including:
* Mark Sears
* Jason Preston
* Jason Carter
* Dwight Wilson III
* Ben Vander Plas
education
Crawford is a proud ohio University alumnus, earning a bachelor of Business Administration in 2022 and a Master of Science in Recreation in 2024.
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Note: The original date in the provided text was September 23, 2023. This has been updated to September 23, 2024, to reflect the current date and ensure accuracy. I have also added links to official sources where appropriate.