LIHU‘E — University of Hawai‘i assistant coach Eran Ganot is leaving the Rainbow Warrior basketball program, according to a press release from the UH athletic department. Ganot has accepted an assistant coaching position with Saint Mary’s College in Moraga, Calif.
LIHU‘E — University of Hawai‘i assistant coach Eran Ganot is leaving the Rainbow Warrior basketball program, according to a press release from the UH athletic department.
Ganot has accepted an assistant coaching position with Saint Mary’s College in Moraga, Calif. After being part of the UH basketball staff for the last four years, Ganot returns to Saint Mary’s, where he started his collegiate coaching career.
“Hawai‘i is a special place with great people and it’s not easy to leave,” Ganot said. “I’m grateful for my experience here and I’m excited about the new opportunity that awaits me at Saint Mary’s.”
Since the hiring of new UH head coach Gib Arnold in late March, Ganot has been a vital component in the transition period, particularly in the realms of recruiting and scheduling.
“I’ve enjoyed working with Eran over the last two months,” Arnold said. “He’s a great guy and a hard worker. I know it’s a tough move for him, but it I understand it from a financial and professional standpoint. He’s a great young coach and we’ll miss him.”
The 28-year-old Ganot first came to UH in 2006 as director of operations for long-time head coach Riley Wallace.
During the last three seasons he has been responsible for recruiting, scheduling, scouting and player development.
Prior to coming to UH, Ganot spent three years with the Gaels under head coach Randy Bennett.
Lee leaving football program
Also announced this week, UH football co-offensive coordinator Ron Lee, an 11-year veteran on the Warrior coaching staff, resigned effective June 15. Lee spent the past two seasons as offensive coordinator.
“Ron Lee is a legend in Hawai‘i,” said UH head coach Greg McMackin. “Ron talked to me prior to spring ball about his wish to retire. I asked him to go through spring ball and told him I would support his decision.
“I appreciated my time at the University of Hawai‘i,” Lee said. “It was a lot of fun but it’s time to move on. What I’ll miss the most are the players and the relationships and friendships I’ve built with them. I wish all the players and my fellow coaches the best of luck.”
