TAMPA, Fla. (March 11, 2024) – In early January, a new face emerged at USF men's basketball practice, a place where you never see strangers. He paced around the Yuengling Center sidelines, studying the drills, and occasionally writing notes in his small pad. When he stood, it was upright, at attention, his eyes laser-focused on the details.
A few players figured it was a visiting coach. Others thought it was a donor who wanted an inside look at the team. During water breaks, he huddled in the corner with Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim. They spoke quietly.