Southern Utah University Athletics

Drew Allen enters his third season as an assistant coach, and his fifth season overall, on the men’s basketball staff at Southern Utah University.

In his first season, Coach Allen helped the 2012-13 team to a sixth-place finish in the Big Sky Conference and a post-season tournament berth in the Thunderbirds first season in the BSC. 

During his second season, Coach Allen was integral in the program’s building process as he assisted in skill development. His recruiting efforts nationally continue to establish a foundation for the future of the program. In addition, he has raised the standard for opponent scouting, team travel operations, and team equipment.

“Coach Drew’s familiarity with SUU has been crucial to connecting the past and forging the future of the program.  He continues to positively impact the Thunderbird family at every level of the organization.”

- Nick Robinson, SUU Head Coach

Professional Experience

• Southern Utah University - Assistant Coach (2012-present)
  • Recruiting
  • Student-Athlete Development – Academics, Individual Skill
  • Co-Defensive Coordinator – Practice, Game Preparation, Scouting
  • Administration – Team Travel, Team Equipment, Facility Scheduling
  • Camp Director
• Southern Utah University – Director of Basketball Operations / Graduate Assistant (2010-12)
  • Head Coach Roger Reid

Playing Experience

• Southern Utah University (2008-10)
  • Captain, Academic All-Summit League (2009-10)
  • Head Coach Roger Reid
• Collin College – TX (2006-08)
  • NJCAA Academic All-American (2007-08)
  • Head Coach Jim Sigona
• Flower Mound Marcus High School (TX)
  • Head Coach Jody Bass

Education

• Southern Utah University – M.A. in Professional Communication
  • Thesis – “Leadership Principles in Coaching Basketball”
• Southern Utah University – B.S. in Communication

Family

• Wife – Chelsea
• Daughter – Capree (8 mo.)