NCAAB: Jamion Christian replaces Phil Martelli Jr. at Bryant

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Bryant hired Jamion Christian as the new head coach of its men’s basketball team on Thursday.

Christian, 42, previously held that role at alma mater Mount St. Mary’s (2012-18), Siena (2018-19) and George Washington (2019-22). He spent the past couple of seasons coaching a professional team in Italy.

Christian replaces Phil Martelli Jr., who left the Bulldogs to become the head coach at VCU on March 26.

Bryant finished 23-12 this season and earned a No. 15 seed in the NCAA Tournament, losing to No. 2 Michigan State in the first round.

“As the head coach I am looking forward to enhancing the momentum that we have as a program,” Christian said. “We will compete. We will play with joy. We will show how powerful connection can be. We will elevate those around us with our actions.”

Bryant, located in Smithfield, R.I., competes in the America East Conference.

“Today is a great day for the Bryant University men’s basketball program,” athletic director Bill Smith said. “… Coach Christian is an outstanding coach and a tireless recruiter who is committed to developing and mentoring student-athletes to achieve success both on the floor and in the classroom.”

Christian has compiled a 147-161 record, taking Mount St. Mary’s to the NCAA Tournament in 2014 and 2017. He was named the Northeast Conference Coach of the Year in 2016-17.

–Field Level Media

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