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Men's Basketball Coaches
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Head Coach - Ryan Sexson
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Ryan Sexson enters his first year as head coach at Calumet College of St. Joseph after serving as an assistant coach last season
under head coach Gary Hayes. Ryan was previously the assistant coach at his alma mater Purdue University Calumet.
Sexson comes from a strong basketball family as his grandfather Joe Sexson was Indiana's Mr. Basketball
and was an assistant coach at Purdue University before taking the head coaching job at Butler University.
Ryan's father Rick Sexson is a former Division I player and served as Butlers top assistant coach and recruiting
coordinator from 1982-1987. As a prep at Lafayette Jefferson High School, Ryan led his team to the Final Four, was a member of Indiana's
Top 40 Workout, and earned a scholarship to Valparaiso University.
During his college career, Sexson was a member of the 1999 Mid-Con Conference regular season and tournament
championship team that earned a trip to the NCAA tournament before transferring to Purdue University Calumet.
At PUC Sexson was an NAIA All-American Honorable Mention in 2002. Sexson was also named to the Chicagoland
Collegiate Athletic All-Conference team twice and is the schools career leader in three-point field goals and career points per game.
Sexson graduated from Purdue University Calumet in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication.
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Contact Coach Sexson at:
219-473-4214
rsexson@ccsj.edu
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Assistant Coach - Kevin Lenz
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Kevin Lenz enters his first year as assistant coach for the Crimson Wave, after serving as the head varsity basketball coach at Whiting High School. Prior to his services at Whiting, Lenz was the head basketball coach at Indiana University-Northwest.
Lenz was a 4 year letter winner at DePauw University, playing in 2 NCAA Division III tournaments. His 1987-1988 team held the #1 ranking in NCAA Division III for most of the season. As a senior, Lenz led his team in rebounding and blocked shots.
Lenz, who flourishes in the role of player development, will work with the Crimson Wave post players, and oversee all other aspects of the basketball program. His knowledge and experience in the game of basketball will be a valuable asset to the Crimson Wave program.
Lenz holds a degree in Education from DePauw University.
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Contact Coach Lenz at:
219-473-4214
klenz@ccsj.edu
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Assistant Coach - Chris Artis
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Chris Artis enters his 4th season as an assistant coach for the Crimson Wave. Prior to joining the Wave, Artis was the Head Basketball Coach of the Albury/Wodonna CTC Bandits of the Australian professional league.
Artis had a standout career at Valparaiso University and was a 2nd team All-Mid Con-Conference in 1997 before enjoying a successful professional career in Norway, France, and Uruguay.
Artis responsibilities for the Crimson Wave include day-to-day operations in the areas of scouting, practice, game preparation. Artis, who has a keen eye for talent, will also assist in recruiting and player development.
Artis graduated with a degree in Education from Valparaiso University.
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Contact Coach Artis at:
219-473-4214
cartis@ccsj.edu
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Assistant Coach - Jake Parker
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Jake Parker enters his first year as assistant coach for the Crimson Wave, after serving as an assistant coach at Portage High School. Prior to his stint at Portage, Parker was a clinic instructor for the Midwest Basketball Academy in Mishawaka, IN.
Parker starred 4 years at Bethel College for legendary coach Mike Lightfoot. While at Bethel, Parker finished in the top 25 in career scoring (1,293 pts), and career rebounding
(606 rbs), while earning All MCC honors twice and 2nd team All-America in 2002.
Parker's responsibilities for the Crimson Wave include day-to-day operations in the areas of scouting, practice, game preparation and film exchange.
Parker graduated with a B.A. in Sport Studies from Bethel College and is currently pursuing a degree in Education at Calumet College of Saint Joseph.
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Contact Coach Parker at:
219-473-4214
jparker@ccsj.edu
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Assistant Coach - Jim Nelson
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Jim Nelson enters his first year as strength and conditioning coach for the Crimson Wave. Prior to joining Coach Sexson's staff, Nelson served as the top assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Indiana University Northwest for the past 9 seasons.
Nelson will be head of strength and conditioning for the Crimson Wave as well as assist in the day-to-day operations in the areas of scouting, player development, and nutrition.
Nelson graduated with a B.S. in Organizational Management from Calumet College of Saint Joseph and is currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education at CCSJ.
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Contact Coach Nelson at:
219-473-4214
jnelson@ccsj.edu
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Head Manager - Matt O'Grady
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Matt O'Grady enters his first season as Head Manager of the Crimson Wave.
Prior to joining the Wave, O'Grady served as manager for Griffith High School.
He brings over 7 years of experience and is an essential part to the success of
the Crimson Wave basketball program.
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Contact Manager O'Grady at:
219-473-4214
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