JACKSON, Miss. – Belhaven University and Vice President and Director of Athletics, Scott Little, are pleased to announce the hiring of Boomer Roberts as the next head coach to lead the Men's Basketball program.

"We're excited to welcome the Roberts family to Belhaven and can't wait to have Boomer on campus to lead our young men", said Little. "Our program has had a lot of success recently and his career achievements in a variety of settings is an ideal match for our future goals."

"My family and I are grateful to be joining the Belhaven and Jackson community", said Roberts. "We are aligned with the vision that  Dr. Parrott and Scott Little have shown for Belhaven University, and are grateful for the opportunity they have given us. 
We are excited to build on the recent success of the basketball program, and are looking forward to being in the fight with our guys!"

Roberts becomes the 12th head coach of the Blazers' program and joins Belhaven with an extensive background in college basketball. Prior to joining the Blazers, Roberts spent seven seasons as the Head Coach at Purdue Northwest (NCAA Division II) where he helped build a young program with its most successful campaigns in its first nine seasons. He also helped the program earn their first ever conference tournament berth in the 2020-21 season and helped lead the Pride to four GLIAC tournament berths overall.

Prior to his time at Purdue Northwest, Roberts was the Head Coach at Trinity International University (NAIA) for four seasons where he compiled an all-time record of 84-48 (.640). While at Trinity International, Roberts spearheaded a massive turnaround for the program, leading the team from five wins in the 2013-14 campaign under his predecessor, to 30 wins in the 2016-17 season.

The 2016-17 season saw Roberts and the Trojans earn a share of the CCAC Regular Season title and saw Roberts named the league's Coach of the Year. That team reached the quarterfinals of the NAIA Division II National Championship Tournament and Roberts was also named the NCCAA Region Co-Coach of the Year.

Before his time at TIU, Roberts was the top assistant at Vanguard University in California for four seasons. During his time at Vanguard, Roberts helped the Lions to an NAIA Division I National Championship in 2014 while also helping to recruit and coach four NAIA All-Americans. 

Roberts was a student-athlete at Vanguard prior to his coaching tenure, where he served as team captain for two seasons. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications Studies from Vanguard and also holds a Master's degree in Athletic Administration and Coaching from Concordia University Irvine.

Comments from the Coaching World

Andy Bronkema, Head Men's Basketball Coach, Central Michigan University

"Boomer is a true leader of men. His people first approach produces teams that play for each other. His fast aggressive style on the court will be exciting for the fans to watch. The Jackson community is definitely going to enjoy the whole Roberts family."

Caleb Kimbrough, Head Men's Basketball Coach, Hampden-Sydney College

"I've known Boom for several years now, and he's become a close and trusted friend in this profession. He's a national champion and a proven winner, but what truly sets him apart is how deeply he cares for people. He's a man of faith who leads with integrity, encourages those around him, and pours into his players well beyond the game. Boomer is the ultimate competitor, and I have no doubt he's going to elevate the Belhaven basketball program in every way on and off the court."

Mark Campbell, Athletic Director and Head Women's Basketball Coach, Union University

"Boomer Roberts is the most genuine, passionate and respected men I know! He is far more than a competent basketball coach! He is a leader of young men. He develops relationships, he teaches and he loves watching "his guys" become Men!  This is coaching! I would trust him to coach my sons! He is a guy you just want to be around!"

Roberts and his wife, Brittney, have three sons: Griffin, Trey, and Jett.

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