[GoMarquette.com] Jake Nelp Joins Marquette Men's Basketball Staff

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Jake Nelp Joins Marquette Men's Basketball Staff
       

Milwaukee - Marquette University head men's basketball coach Buzz Williams has announced the addition of Jake Nelp to the staff as the program's basketball technology assistant.

Nelp will assist in the day-to-day operations of the office, focusing his efforts on opponent scouting and film exchange while also helping to ensure the Golden Eagles keep pace with the ever-changing technology demands of the industry.

"The evolution of basketball technology has increased tenfold over the last five years, and it was critical in the formation of our staff to have a member who was on the cutting edge of that technology," Williams said. "I have known Jake for the last eight years, and without question, his talent in this area is unmatched. His expertise will allow our players and staff the absolute best opportunity to learn more about ourselves and our opponent."

Nelp arrives in Milwaukee after spending the 2007-08 campaign as the video coordinator for the University of Arkansas women's basketball team. The first person to hold the position in a full-time role, Nelp assisted in the day-to-day needs of the program in regards to opponent scouting.

"This is a vital position, yet, a difficult position to hire, because your talent must be wide-ranging," Williams said. "Jake's experience on and off the floor allow him to fulfill my desires from the position perfectly. He will have a direct impact on everyone associated with our program."

Prior to Arkansas, the Indiana native served for two seasons as an assistant coach with the men's basketball team at Indiana Wesleyan. IWU posted a 30-5 record en route to an NAIA Elite Eight appearance and was ranked as high as third in the country. The Wildcats posted back-to-back school records for conference victories and he was tabbed the top NAIA assistant coach by INBNews.com.

A 2001 graduate of Colorado State with a bachelor's degree in history, Nelp worked with the men's program at CSU as both a student assistant (1999-2002) and the director of basketball operations (2003-04). During his tenure with the Rams he worked with both Williams and current assistant Dale Layer, who was CSU's head coach.




He also owns international experience, having worked as an assistant to the general manager for the 08 Stockholm Human Rights Basketball Club during the 2002-03 campaign.

Nelp's wife, Angie, was a collegiate standout at CSU and currently serves as a graduate assistant with Arkansas.

       

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[bma725]

So that means there's still one spot open on the staff.  This guy basically takes Barone's job, now they just need someone to fill Rab's old seat.

[Tugg Speedman]

He also owns international experience, having worked as an assistant to the general manager for the 08 Stockholm Human Rights Basketball Club during the 2002-03 campaign.

This is an interesting name for a bball team.  I wonder how many intentional fouls they had?

[ecompt]

I would think any foul they committed would be a violation of the other team's Human Rights.

[spiral97]

Nah.. it's their Right to commit fouls.

[Sir Lawrence]

I think Scottie Pippens is playing in Sweden.  How that plays into the Human Rights discussion is anyone's guess. 

[ToddRosiakSays]

Williams adds another staff member

Written by: Todd Rosiak


MU coach Buzz Williams announced on Friday the hiring of Jake Nelp as the program's basketball technology assistant.

Nelp spent last season as the video coordinator for Arkansas' women's basketball team. The two seasons prior to that, Nelp was a men's basketball assistant at NAIA member Indiana Wesleyan.

He's a 2001 graduate of Colorado State, which is where he and Williams first became acquainted.

Here's the official release from MU.



http://blogs.jsonline.com/muhoops/archive/2008/06/13/williams-adds-another-staff-member.aspx

[Pakuni]

I think Scottie Pippens is playing in Sweden.  How that plays into the Human Rights discussion is anyone's guess. 

Not sure, but I do know that Scottie Pippens is well aware of his human rights, thanks to some kind police officers who insisted on reading them to him.

[77ncaachamps]

Biography (from Arkansas's website)...He's a HOOSIER FAN!

You're gonna love it here...especially as a fellow baldy!

It looks like Buzz has already found his first "gimmick": Midnight Madness promotional giveaways for students who "buzz" their hair off.

[4everwarriors]

That begs the question. What should the girls do for Midnight Madness?