| Subject: Cornell names assistant coach Jon Jaques new head basketball coach |
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Date Posted: 18:07:08 04/05/24 Fri
ITHACA, N.Y. – Jon Jaques '10, an impactful player and coach on some of the most successful Big Red teams in school history, has been named the Robert E. Gallagher '44 Head Coach of Cornell Men's Basketball by Nicki Moore, the Meakem & Smith Director of Athletics and Physical Education. Jaques becomes the 23rd head coach in school history and replaces Brian Earl, who resigned in March to accept a similar position at William & Mary.
"Jon's is an incredible Cornell story - from recruit, to scout team player, team captain and starter on a Sweet 16 team, to alumnus, assistant, and finally associate head coach," Moore said. "But his narrative isn't why we make this announcement today. In every conversation we've had about this program, it became increasingly clear that Jon's experiences and preparation have led him to this moment. In a very impressive field of candidates, he set himself apart as the right person at the right time to lead Cornell men's basketball and I am thrilled to work with Coach Jaques as we, with the support of our alumni, student body, and fans, and alongside our women's basketball program, aim to build Cornell Ba
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