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Derrick White, a guard for the Boston Celtics and Olympic gold medalist, has been appointed president of basketball strategy at the University of Colorado, where he will mentor players and contribute a $2 million gift to the men’s basketball program.
The University of Colorado announced that Derrick White, a Colorado alumnus and 2024 NBA champion, will serve as President of Basketball Strategy, overseeing NIL, revenue sharing and athlete development while contributing $2 million to the program.
Derrick White, a Boston Celtics guard, has been named president of basketball strategy at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he will contribute $2 million and mentor recruits as part of a broader movement of NBA players influencing college programs.
The NBA champion is the latest star to lend his expertise and resources to his former college, aiming to harness his network and experience in a new era of player movement.
The donation and newly created president of basketball strategy role signal a major investment in the Buffaloes' future, aiming to mentor players and elevate the program's national standing.
Derrick White, an NBA champion and Olympic gold‑medalist, has been named the University of Colorado's inaugural President of Basketball Strategy, bringing his professional experience and a $2 million gift to reshape the program’s future.
Former CU standout Derrick White has been named president of basketball strategy and pledged a $2 million donation to help the program overcome recruiting hurdles.
In a ceremony attended by former stars and university leaders, Derrick White was named the inaugural President of Basketball Strategy for the Colorado men’s basketball program, a role that blends professional insight with deep CU roots.
Veteran guard Derrick White will lead the Buffaloes' basketball strategy and inject $2 million into the program, accelerating roster reconstruction and player development.
Derrick White will assume the new role of President of Basketball Strategy at a June 24 press conference, accompanied by a $2 million gift to the program.
Former Colorado standout Derrick White has pledged $2 million to his alma mater and assumed the role of president of basketball strategy, joining a growing cadre of NBA alumni shaping college programs.
The University of Colorado will open its season against San Diego State at Pechanga Arena on Nov. 7, a game that ties into a broader slate of neutral‑site contests and a 32‑game regular‑season limit now permitted by the NCAA.
The Buffaloes are targeting a top finish in the Big 12, bolstering frontcourt depth and relying on emerging guard talent to turn ambition into results.
The Buffaloes have announced their home and road conference opponents for the 2026‑27 season, aiming to rebound from a missed tournament and bolster a roster in flux.
The 2026 Bill Walton Classic will pit the Colorado Buffaloes against the San Diego State Aztecs at Pechanga Arena, highlighting a matchup defined by veteran depth and a storied home‑court edge.
The Colorado Buffaloes will meet San Diego State University in the first ever National University Bill Walton Classic on November 7 at Pechanga Arena, featuring both men’s and women’s matchups and a roster of new talent.
Colorado’s men’s basketball team will open its season on November 7 against San Diego State at Pechanga Arena, while the weekend also includes a women’s game and the signing of freshman Eric Jacobsen.
A recent Brewster Academy graduate has pledged to join the Colorado men's basketball program for the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and versatility to the roster.
Amir Jones, a standout high school guard, has signed a financial aid agreement to join the Colorado men's basketball program for the 2026‑27 campaign.
Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle has sealed the 2026‑27 roster by securing the commitment of Eric Jacobsen, a 6‑foot‑11 forward out of Brewster Academy in New Hampshire. The pledge not only fills the final spot on the scholarship list but also pushes the team to the NCAA’s maximum of 15 scholarship players.
Colorado Buffaloes have secured a commitment from three‑star center Eric Jacobsen, a 6‑foot‑11 prospect from Albuquerque, New Mexico, who will join the 2026‑27 roster.
Eric Jacobsen, a 6‑foot‑11 forward from Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, has committed to the University of Colorado, choosing the Buffaloes over New Mexico, UAB and his home state. His brother Daniel already plays for Purdue, and the commitment brings Colorado closer to filling its 15 scholarship spots.
The Buffaloes hosted three‑star center Eric Jacobsen on an official visit, hoping to close a recruiting battle that includes the New Mexico Lobos and several other programs.
The University of Colorado announces its season‑long theme 'Colorado Built,' highlighting four pillars that guide the program's approach to competition, community, and tradition.