”I'm a Cowboy at heart and when the opportunity to return came up, I had to take it.“
Stillwater, OK- After spending a remarkable nine years in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Coleman Scott is set to make a triumphant return to his beloved alma mater in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He has been appointed as an associate head coach at Oklahoma State, a role that holds immense significance for him. Scott, a former 4X All-American and 2008 NCAA champion for the Cowboys, shares a deep-rooted connection with the university.
Following the culmination of his college career, Scott made the decision to continue his training at Oklahoma State, a choice that proved to be fruitful as he went on to win a bronze medal at the 2012 Olympics in London. His dedication and passion for the sport have been evident throughout his remarkable journey.
During his tenure at the University of North Carolina, Scott served as an assistant coach for one year before taking on the role of head coach for an impressive eight years. His time at UNC was marked by numerous achievements, including coaching 13 All-Americans and guiding Austin O'Connor to two national championships. In 2023, the Tar Heels achieved their highest team finish at the NCAA Championships since 1995, a true testament to Scott's exceptional coaching expertise.
In an official press release by Oklahoma State, Scott expressed his profound gratitude for the opportunity to return to his beloved Cowboys. He acknowledged the faith that North Carolina had placed in him early in his career but emphasized that his heart has always belonged to Oklahoma State. When the opportunity to come back arose, he simply couldn't resist.
"Coming back to Oklahoma State and having the opportunity to serve Coach Smith and this program means the world to me," Scott said. "I'll be forever grateful to North Carolina for believing in me at such an early stage of my career, but I'm a Cowboy at heart and when the opportunity to return came up, I had to take it."
This announcement comes in the wake of longtime Oklahoma State assistant Zack Esposito's decision to join USA Wrestling as the National Freestyle Development and Resident Coach. Meanwhile, the University of North Carolina is currently conducting an extensive nationwide search for their next head coach, aiming to find the perfect candidate to lead their wrestling program.
Coleman Scott's homecoming to Oklahoma State is an extraordinary occasion, symbolizing the profound connection he shares with the university and the wrestling program. His return promises to infuse renewed energy and expertise into the Cowboys as they continue their relentless pursuit of excellence in the sport they hold dear. As Scott aptly stated, "I'm a Cowboy at heart and when the opportunity to return came up, I had to take it."
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