Robinson accepts Brown job; Coté leaves NU
Big news for Northwestern basketball this week as assistant coach Craig Robinson has accepted the head coaching position at Brown.
We're thrilled for Robinson, but it is a significant loss for the coaching staff. Robinson is well-suited to the Brown job as a former two-time Ivy League player of the year. He knows the league and he's proven to be a great assistant in the Big Ten. His recruiting efforts at NU over the last six years are a lasting legacy. We wish him the best.
We expect coach Bill Carmody will not take long to fill his open assistant coach position and we'll keep you posted as news happens.
Carmody's other problem is slightly more pertinent to the roster. Senior Bernard Coté has decided not to return to Northwestern for his final year of eligibility. Cote has graduated and is ready to pursue his career after NU.
Cote's loss will open up plenty of playing time for incoming freshman Kevin Coble and likely opens up a scholarship for Rice transfer Jason Okrzesik.