What is dan monson?

Dan Monson is an American college basketball coach. He is currently the head coach at Long Beach State. Here's a summary of key aspects of his career:

  • Early Career: Monson began his coaching career as an assistant at Idaho.

  • Gonzaga: He served as an assistant coach at Gonzaga under Dan Fitzgerald and later took over as head coach. He led Gonzaga to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 1995 and continued their success.

  • Minnesota: Monson then became the head coach at Minnesota. During his tenure, he dealt with NCAA investigations and sanctions related to recruiting violations that occurred before his arrival.

  • Long Beach State: Since 2007, Monson has been the head coach at Long Beach State. He has led the program to multiple Big West Conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances. He was recently fired despite leading Long Beach State to a Big West Tournament Title.

  • Coaching Style: Monson is known for his emphasis on defense and player development.

  • Personal Life: Monson is married and has family.

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