Louisiana Adds Donovan Kates to MBB Staff – 103.7 The Game

Kates joins Bob Marlin’s staff from Alabama. Photo courtesy of UL Athletics The Louisiana Ragin Cajuns have added a new assistant to the Men’s Basketball program. Head coach Bob Marlin announced today that Donovan Kates has been added to his staff. This move has been in the works for a few weeks now, as it was first hinted by Kates and On3sports as early as June 8th. Kates comes to Cajun Country after spending thr last four seasons at Alabama under Nate Oats. Kates most recently served as Oats’ special assistant. He was also video cooridnator for the Tide at one point. Kates helped lead Alabama to a 2021 SEC Tournament titleas well as a Sweet 16 appearance in the NCAA Tournament last year. Kates’ focus while in Tucsaloosa included advanced team scouting as well as self-scouting, focusing on defensive strategy. “We are exicted to add Donovan to our staff” said Marlin. “He is a tremendous addition to Louisiana basketball. He brings great experience having worked with Coach Oats and a highly successful program at Alabama. He will make a tremendous impact on our players, the Ragin’ Cajuns community and the city of Lafayette.”  Kates joined the staff at Alabama…
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