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Joel Justus’ name mentioned for UNC Wilmington opening

UNC Wilmington is looking for a new head coach, and according to one report, Joel Justus is in the running. HoopDirt.com is reporting that the Kentucky assistant coach is being considered for the job at his alma mater.

The name gaining steam at UNC Wilmington right now is Kentucky assistant Joel Justis. The UNCW alum has been on Coach Cal’s staff since 2014, and also served as the head coach at Davidson Day School in North Carolina.

Justus graduated from UNC Wilmington in 2004 after helping lead the Seahawks to two Colonial Athletic Association titles and three postseason appearances (NIT in 2001, NCAA in 2002 and 2003).