A New Era Begins: Lowery Leads the Tigers' Roar
Texas Southern Concludes Lengthy Head Coach Search
Texas Southern University has officially concluded its nearly four-month-long quest to find a new leader for its men's basketball team. The institution confirmed the appointment of Corey Lowery, previously an assistant coach at Seton Hall University, as the Tigers' next head coach. This decision follows the departure of former head coach Johnny Jones, who took an assistant coaching position at LSU in early April, leaving a significant void that the university has now filled.
Transition and Turmoil: The Path to Lowery's Appointment
The search for a new head coach at Texas Southern was protracted, making it the sole NCAA Division I program without a permanent men's basketball head coach for an extended period. This delay was compounded by internal changes within the athletic department, including the dismissal of Athletic Director Kevin Granger in March, which led to the interim appointment of Shyrone Chatman. The university subsequently engaged DHR Global in June to assist with the dual search for both a new athletic director and a head basketball coach, culminating in President J.W. Crawford's announcement of finalists just before Lowery's confirmation.
Introducing Corey Lowery: A Veteran Coach's Profile
Corey Lowery steps into his new role bringing a wealth of experience, boasting a 27-year coaching career with 16 seasons as a head coach. His most recent tenure was as a vital member of Shaheen Holloway's coaching staff at Seton Hall for four years. Notably, Lowery is no stranger to the unique landscape of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) basketball. His previous head coaching stint at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania saw him earn the 2021-2022 CIAA Coach of the Year award, a testament to his ability to elevate programs beyond initial expectations.
Anticipation and Official Proceedings: Looking Ahead for TSU Basketball
While the news of Lowery's hiring has been confirmed by internal sources, formal approval from the TSU Board of Regents is pending, with their next meeting scheduled for late August. This timeline places the official announcement close to the start of preseason basketball practice, which is expected to commence shortly after classes resume in mid-August. The university has yet to schedule an introductory press conference for its new coach, as the NCAA Division I men's basketball season looms with a November 1st start date, and TSU's specific game schedule still awaiting release.
