Charleston, Southern Illinois Salukis Men's Basketball, NCAA Division I Men's Basketball

A Historical Overview of the Charleston, Southern Illinois Salukis Men's Basketball Program

The Charleston, Southern Illinois Salukis men's basketball program is a Division I college basketball team that represents Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC). The Salukis compete in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) and play their home games at the Banterra Center in Carbondale, Illinois.

The Salukis have a long and storied history dating back to 1904.

The program has won 18 conference championships and has made 15 NCAA Tournament appearances.

The Salukis' Success in Recent Years

Coach Barry Hinson's Impact

The Salukis have enjoyed a resurgence in recent years under the leadership of head coach Barry Hinson.

Hinson, who was hired in 2012, has led the Salukis to three MVC regular season championships and two MVC Tournament championships.

The Salukis have also made two NCAA Tournament appearances under Hinson, including a run to the Sweet 16 in 2018.

Key Players and Contributors

The Salukis' success in recent years has been due in large part to the play of several key players.

Guards Lance Jones and Marcus Domask have been the team's leading scorers in recent seasons, while forward Kavion Pippen has been a force on the boards.

Other key contributors include guards Aaron Cook and J.D. Weatherspoon.

The Salukis' Future Outlook

The Salukis are poised for continued success in the years to come.

The team has a talented roster and a strong coaching staff in place.

The Salukis should be contenders for the MVC championship and NCAA Tournament appearances for years to come.