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Eric Henderson set to be named Drake head coach

On Friday, Drake University, located in Des Moines, Iowa, announced the hiring of 46-year-old Eric Henderson, previously the head coach at South Dakota State University, as their new head men's basketball coach.
Henderson replaces Ben McCollum, who departed on Monday for the head coaching position at Iowa after leading the Bulldogs to a successful season that included a Missouri Valley Conference regular-season championship and a first-round NCAA Tournament victory.
During his six seasons at South Dakota State, beginning in 2019-20, Henderson achieved considerable success, leading the Jackrabbits to two NCAA Tournament appearances, four Summit League regular season titles, and two conference tournament championships.
In Drake's announcement, Henderson stated, "My family and I are elated to join Drake Nation," expressing gratitude for the opportunity and highlighting the alignment of values and vision with President Martin and Brian Hardin.
Henderson leaves South Dakota State with an impressive 129-60 overall record and a 76-20 Summit League record, having elevated the program to prominence and achieving milestones such as an undefeated 18-0 conference record and a 30-5 overall record in the 2023-24 season, earning him Summit League Coach of the Year and NABC District 12 Coach of the Year honors.

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