[Men's Basketball] Former Patriots Standout Daniel Picked to Lead Program
Story by: University of the Cumberlands Athletics
Williamsburg, KY – University of the Cumberlands Athletic Director Chris Kraftick has announced that former Patriot standout and current assistant coach Matt Daniel has been named the new head men's basketball coach Wednesday. Daniel becomes just the seventh coach to take the helm of the program as he replaces Don Butcher, who retired on Tuesday.
"We are excited to announce Matt Daniel as the next leader of our Men's Basketball program. I've watched Matt from his time as a student-athlete to being part of the UC coaching staff," said Kraftick. "He has always impressed me with his work ethic and maturity and I am confident he is ready to take the reins of this storied program and guide program on continued success in the future."