A milestone for Michigan’s coaching staff
Kyle Church and Drew Williamson, both assistants on the University of Michigan men’s basketball staff, have been selected for the 2026 TopConnect Basketball Symposium, an invitation‑only leadership development event held annually at UNLV. The symposium brings together 50 of the nation’s most promising basketball professionals for a week of educational sessions, networking and mentorship.
Church, who serves as Michigan’s general manager, will join Williamson, the program’s recruiting coordinator, among a distinguished cohort chosen nationwide. Their inclusion reflects the Wolverines’ rapid resurgence, a trajectory that culminated in capturing the 2026 Big Ten title and the NCAA National Championship.
Implications for the future of Michigan basketball
The symposium offers a platform for emerging leaders to explore advanced strategies in roster construction, player development and athletics administration. For Church, the experience promises to sharpen his approach to building championship‑caliber teams, while Williamson will deepen his expertise in prospect evaluation and organizational operations. Both men will return to Ann Arbor with fresh insights that could further elevate Michigan’s competitive edge in the coming seasons.