JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. – Virginia Tech men's basketball graduate assistant Eric Wagenlander has been selected as a participant in the inaugural class for TopConnect Graduate Assistant Leadership Academy (GALA).
Over 115 basketball graduate assistants from around the country applied for one of 22 spots in the initial class. TopConnect GALA conceptualized and managed by former UAB Head Men's Basketball Coach Rob Ehsan, is an eight-week class focused on leadership and professional development.
Basketball Coaches and Athletic Directors will share their thoughts on professional development in Zoom sessions, while Coach Ehsan will work with participants in many different areas.
"I'm extremely grateful and excited to be selected by TopConnect to be a part of the inaugural TopConnect GALA," Wagenlander said. "I'm thankful for the opportunity to grow and learn with this group."
Formerly Villa 7, TopConnect identifies the top basketball assistant coaches in the country and connects them with mid-major athletic directors, providing tremendous networking opportunities for both parties.
The TopConnect mantra of Connect. Prepare. Lead. has touched thousands of leaders in college athletics.
