McNeese State Names Bill Armstrong Head Coach

Bill Armstrong has been appointed as the new head coach of the McNeese State men's basketball program, succeeding Will Wade, who recently took the head coaching position at North Carolina State. Armstrong, a veteran coach with a successful track record, previously served as an assistant at Baylor and was head coach at Link Academy, where he led the team to a national championship. Athletic Director Heath Schroyer expressed confidence in Armstrong's ability to continue the program's success, highlighting his understanding of the championship expectations at McNeese. Hall of Famer Joe Dumars praised the hire, affirming that Armstrong's experience aligns with the model of success established at the university. Armstrong has a rich coaching history, including significant achievements during his tenure at LSU, where he contributed to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances. A press conference to introduce him is scheduled for Wednesday.