Southern Utah University Athletics

Chad Bell enters his second season as an assistant coach on the men's basketball staff at Southern Utah University.

In his first season, Coach Bell was integral in the program’s building process as he lead the skill development of the frontcourt players. Not only have his recruiting efforts been significant in establishing relationships nationally, but he improved the programs’ opponent scouting and compliance operations.

“Coach Chad’s seven-foot positive presence on our program is felt daily on-the-court, in recruiting, and behind the scenes.  His value to the Thunderbird program was immediate, and continues, given his previous coaching and playing experience.”
– Nick Robinson, SUU Head Coach

Professional Experience

• Southern Utah University - Assistant Coach (2013-present)
  • Recruiting Coordinator
  • Student-Athlete Development – Academics, Individual Skill
  • Co-Defensive Coordinator – Practice, Game Preparation, Scouting
  • Administration – Compliance, Team Travel
  • Camp Director
• University of Nevada, Reno – Director of Basketball Operations / Graduate Assistant (2011-12)
  • NIT Quarterfinals, 28-7 Overall
  • Team Travel, Film Exchange, Academics, Camp Director
  • Head Coach David Carter
• University of Wyoming – Graduate Assistant (2010-11)
  • Head Coach Heath Shroyer

Playing Experience

• Professional
  • Romania – CSU Sibiu (2008-09)
  • ABA – Quebec City Kebs (2008)
  • NBA Development League (2006-07)
  • NBA Summer League – Atlanta Hawks (2006)
• University of Nevada (2003-06)
  • Captain, WAC Championship, 27-6, NCAA Tourney (2005-06)
  • Most Improved Player, WAC Championship, 25-7, NCAA Tourney (2004-05)
  • Head Coach Mark Fox (2004-06), Head Coach Trent Johnson (2003-04)
• University of New Mexico (2001-2003)
  • Head Coach Fran Fraschilla
• Westchester High School (CA)
  • Head Coach Ed Azzam

Education

• University of Nevada, Reno – M.A. in Educational Leadership
• University of Nevada, Reno – B.A. in Criminal Justice