We’ve made it to Episode 10! In this fireside, Jason Gandhi — the General Manager of men’s and women’s basketball at Delaware — shares his unique journey. From manager at Indiana to overseeing their NIL initiatives, and now holding the prestigious GM title at an emerging program. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration between coaching and management, the challenges of roster management, and the strategic approach needed for recruitment, especially within non-P4 budget constraints.

Our Takeaways:

• Collaboration between coaching staff and front offices (administration, management, etc.) is crucial for success.
• Roster management involves not just recruitment but also athlete retention — especially for non-P4 programs.
• Budget constraints can lead to more strategic and effective recruitment.
• Navigating the different dynamics of men’s and women’s basketball is uniquely challenging for a dual-sport GM.
• Investing in a GM role for non-football sports can signal a commitment to program development.
• The future of college basketball will see more GMs as programs recognize their value.
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Chapters:

• 00:00 Journey into College Basketball Management
• 03:09 Transitioning to General Manager Role
• 05:59 Collaboration Between Coaching and Management
• 09:02 Roster Management and Recruitment Strategies
• 12:03 Navigating Budget Constraints in Recruitment
• 14:47 The Role of General Managers in College Basketball
• 17:57 Future of General Managers in College Sports