UAlbany Announces Hiring of Brent Wilson as Director of Men's Basketball Operations

Albany, N.Y. - University at Albany head men's basketball coach Will Brown announced on Monday, Sept. 28 the hiring of Brent Wilson as director of operations. Wilson takes over for Ken Dagostino who was recently named Hudson Valley Community College's head basketball coach.

Wilson, a former all-conference standout and two-time UAlbany captain, previously worked for the State Employees Federal Credit Union (SEFCU) in administrative services. He also served as a sales manager for Croton Farms, handling the Green Mountain coffee account and customer service.

A four-year lettermen from 2004-08, Wilson led the Great Danes to a pair of America East Conference championships and two NCAA Tournament appearances. He was twice voted to the all-conference third team and was a member of the league's all-rookie squad as a freshman. Wilson, who played in 123 career games, is 16th on the program's all-time scoring list with 1,178 points. He is also 14th in career rebounds (596) and third in career three-point field goals (229).

In his role as operations director, Wilson will be responsible for administrative duties, videotape exchange, travel and coordinating summer basketball camp.

A native of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Wilson earned his undergraduate degree in English with a minor in education. He also volunteered at the 2007 New York State Special Olympics.

Courtesy: UAlbany Sports Information