Edwind McGhee appointed SIUE men’s basketball head coach
Edwind McGhee, a proven Division III coach with a CCIW Tournament title and Sweet Sixteen run, is set to lead SIUE men's basketball starting in the 2026‑27 season.
Aug 7, 2026
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Edwind McGhee Joins SIUE Men’s Basketball Staff for 2026‑27 Season
Edwind McGhee, a veteran coach with a championship background, is set to lead the SIUE men’s basketball program for the 2026‑27 season.
Aug 5, 2026
SIUE Men’s Basketball Shows Summer Progress in Open Practice
An open practice at First Community Arena gave a glimpse of the SIUE men's basketball team's summer work, emphasizing tempo, organization, and the blend of returning veterans with new talent.
Jul 31, 2026
SIUE Men’s Basketball Eyes Growth in Summer Open Practice
An open practice at First Community Arena gave fans a glimpse of the Cougars' evolving style, as returning stars and fresh talent battled in a high‑tempo drill.
Jul 30, 2026
SIUE Men’s Basketball Hosts Public Practice Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
An open practice on July 29 will give the community a first look at the Cougars’ new lineup, complete with concessions and a meet‑and‑greet.
Jul 23, 2026
SIUE Men’s Basketball Coach Offers Early Look at 2026‑27 Cougars
Coach Brian Barone will open the doors of First Community Arena on July 29 for a public practice, featuring a final summer workout, a meet‑and‑greet and light concessions.
Jul 23, 2026
SIUE Men’s Basketball Coach Opens Summer Practice to Fans
Fans can watch the Cougars' last summer session at First Community Arena on July 29, with concessions and a meet‑and‑greet following the drill.
Jul 23, 2026
Arnas Sakenis Makes NBA Summer League Debut with Miami Heat
Arnas Sakenis, the SIUE standout who capped his college career as the program’s all‑time blocked‑shot leader, has earned a spot on the Miami Heat’s NBA Summer League roster, marking the first-ever Cougars player to reach the league’s developmental circuit.
Jun 25, 2026
Ryan Hellenthal Elevates SIUE Men’s Basketball Program
The recent elevation of Ryan Hellenthal to associate head coach at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville highlights a sustained period of growth, marked by record‑setting performances and a historic March Madness appearance.
Jun 9, 2026
Ryan Hellenthal Ascends to Associate Head Coach of SIUE Men’s Basketball
After years of service and a record of sustained success, Ryan Hellenthal steps into the role of Associate Head Coach, poised to continue shaping SIUE Cougar basketball.
Jun 8, 2026
Jacob Whitehead Joins SIUE Men’s Basketball Coaching Staff
Jacob Whitehead, a SIUE alumnus and former graduate assistant, returns to the university as an assistant coach for the men's basketball program, bringing a track record of SEC achievements and player development.
May 16, 2026
Jacob Whitehead Returns to SIUE Men’s Basketball as Assistant Coach
SIUE head coach Brian Barone announced the hiring of alum Jacob Whitehead, whose four‑year stint at Ole Miss culminated in victories over top‑ranked teams and a Sweet 16 run, as the program’s new assistant.
May 15, 2026