FDU Finds Replacement for Tobin Anderson as He Moves to Iona

Fairleigh Dickinson has found its new head coach.

The appointment, initially reported by NJ Advance Media on Tuesday and subsequently confirmed by the university, will be formally introduced at a press conference scheduled for Thursday at 10 a.m.

In his statement, Castleberry expressed his enthusiasm for the role: “I am thrilled to be entrusted with the opportunity to lead America’s latest Cinderella story as the head coach of FDU men’s basketball. My gratitude goes to Tobin and Jodi for bringing me on board and being part of this amazing journey.

I also appreciate Dr. Avaltroni, Brad, and Jason for their faith in my ability to advance this program. Most importantly, I want to thank our players and look forward to supporting them in all aspects of their college experience.”

As Castleberry steps into this role, he will need to assemble his own coaching staff since Anderson, the previous head coach, is taking his assistants Tom Bonacum and Kam Morrell to Iona, following his five-year contract there.

Anderson remarked, “I am deeply grateful to Matt Glovaski and Dr. Carey for this incredible opportunity to lead one of the East Coast’s most prestigious basketball programs. Iona University aligns perfectly with what my family and I sought in a school and basketball environment. Our aim is to build on Iona’s rich tradition and raise the program to new heights.”

Glovaski added, “We are thrilled to welcome Tobin Anderson as Iona’s men’s basketball head coach. His remarkable coaching, highlighted by his team’s NCAA tournament run, has garnered widespread recognition. We are excited for him to lead our program.”

Anderson gained attention after guiding the No. 16 Knights to a stunning victory over No. 1 Purdue in the NCAA Tournament’s first round, though they were later defeated by Florida Atlantic in the second round.