Corey Thompson named head men’s basketball coach at WSSU

The Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) Department of Athletics has announced the hiring of Hall of Famer Corey Thompson as the head men’s basketball coach. “I consider it a privilege to hire the first WSSU  men’s basketball alum to lead our Rams men’s basketball team,” said Director of Athletics, Etienne Thomas. “Corey Thompson brings a complete body of work with him from his lived experiences as a student-athlete, assistant coach, head coach, husband, father, educator, and Hall of Fame champion and I look forward to his leadership and partnership as we continue to protect the legacy.”  Thompson was named the tenth head coach in the men’s basketball program in the summer of 2024 and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge back to the C.E. Gaines Center. “Returning home to WSSU fills me with great pride and honor,” said Thompson. “I am dedicated to upholding and protecting the legacy built by the incredible teams of the past and present. Having once walked the same paths as the young men I now have the privilege to lead, I am committed to motivating and supporting them just as I was supported over 22 years ago. I eagerly anticipate collaborating with the administration, students,...