Hear the new coach address the media
Saying it was an exceptional pool of candidates to choose from, Missouri State University President Mike Nietzel has announced that Purdue University Assistant Coach Cuonzo Martin will take over head coaching duties for the men's basketball team. An announcement was made at a press conference at Hammons Student Center. Counzo (pronounced Konzo) Martin says he's excited about the chance to coach at one of the best programs in the country. Martin says this is not a pit stop for him. He says he plans on being in Springfield for 10, 15 or 20 years.
updated 2:10pm 3/26/08