Ole Miss Head coach Matt Insell, in a prepared news release, has announced the addition of Joe Pat Cope to the women’s basketball coaching staff as a video coordinator. Cope comes to Oxford from Murfreesboro, Tennessee where he served as an assistant coach for the Riverdale women’s varsity team.
“I am excited to have Coach Cope join our staff,” said head coach Matt Insell. “He’s someone I’ve known and respected for a long time in our game. I couldn’t think of anyone more perfect for this role on our staff and I am looking forward to working with him each day”
Coach Cope served seven seasons as the head coach of the DCHS Lady Tiger Basketball Team until his departure after last school year when he wasn’t rehired.
In his seven seasons as the Lady Tiger Coach, Cope compiled an overall record of 126-102. His district record was 18-68 and his post-season mark was 4-10.
Cope has been heavily involved in film breakdown for the Warriors. Proficient in film breakdown as well as creating highlight reels, Cope is experienced in video programs such as Synergy, Krossover and Hudl.
In addition to DCHS, prior to his stint at Riverdale, Cope served as an assistant boys coach at Lebanon High School. Cope is a two-time graduate of Tennessee Tech with a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Arts.
The Rebels kick off the 2016-17 season on Nov. 11 when they host Southeastern Louisiana at 2:30 pm at The Pavilion at Ole Miss. Fans can meet the Ole Miss men’s and women’s basketball teams on Oct. 28 at Dunk or Treat at The Pavilion at Ole Miss. The event is free and open to the public from 5:45-7:15 pm.
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