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Charlotte 49ers Coach Ron Sanchez to Miss Upcoming Games Due to Contact Tracing

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Charlotte 49ers men's basketball head coach Ron Sanchez will miss the 49ers' next two games as a result of contact tracing related to the COVID-19 virus. Sanchez will not be available for Saturday's home game against North Carolina A&T and the upcoming road game at George Washington on Dec. 22.

"I have complete faith in our coaching staff to lead our team through these times," said Sanchez. "Our players have proven resilient and they will be able to work through this challenge."

Assistant coach Aaron Fearne will assume on-floor head coaching responsibilities while Sanchez is absent.