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University of Portland alum, Jesuit grad named Team USA Basketball coach

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Former University of Portland basketball player Erik Spoelstra was named head coach of the USA Basketball Men’s National Team through 2028.

Spoelstra is a Portland native, graduated from Jesuit High School, and played for the Pilots from 1988 to 1992. He has most recently been an assistant coach for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics and helping the team win a gold medal.

Spoelstra will be tasked with leading USA men’s basketball during the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup in Qatar and at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

“It’s an incredible honor to be named head coach of the USA Basketball Men’s National Team,” Spoelstra said. “Representing our country and leading world-class athletes to marquee competitions is one of the greatest privileges in sport. I look forward to carrying on the tradition of excellence and teamwork that defines USA Basketball.”

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