NM State men’s basketball assistant coach Preston Laird has been chosen to attend the Silver Waves Elite 75 Future Head Coach Power Lunch during the Men’s Final Four in San Antonio on April 3. This event is a top networking opportunity for assistant coaches, allowing them to connect with Athletic Directors and Associate ADs from various programs. Ten attendees from last year’s event went on to become Division I head coaches, highlighting the potential career benefits of attending.
Laird, in his first season as an assistant coach at NM State, previously coached at Little Rock where he helped lead the team to a successful season. He also has experience working with former head coach Marvin Menzies at NM State and UNLV. Laird has played a key role in the success of the Aggies, assisting them in achieving four straight postseason appearances and two WAC regular season titles.
His selection to attend the prestigious Power Lunch demonstrates Laird’s potential as a future head coach in college basketball. This opportunity will allow him to network with key figures in the industry, potentially opening up new career paths in coaching. Fans can follow NM State Men’s Basketball on social media for updates on Laird’s experience at the event.
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