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Marty Richter’s USC Upstate men’s basketball team is on the rise, with a revamped roster, smarter coaching, and a culture built on grit and trust. After two seasons of steady growth—from six wins to thirteen, capped by a thrilling 100-point overtime win—Richter’s third year shows even deeper talent and team cohesion. New players bring energy and quick learning, reducing the need for micromanagement, while veteran assistant Shaun Vandiver helps solidify the program’s vision. Defense now fuels chemistry, and the focus has shifted from overload to execution. With a faster pace, tougher mindset, and real-world opportunities in Spartanburg, Richter’s squad is building more than wins—they’re building a future.

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Get ready for USC Upstate’s biggest summer sports event yet—Spartan Takeover Day, July 29th, live from 8:30 AM to 6 PM, hosted by Fox Sports Spartanburg 98.3 FM. Hear directly from every head coach and Director of Athletics Matt Martin as they break down team strategies, season expectations, and what’s new for 2024. Plus, enjoy a half-hour midday boost, live meet-and-greets with coaches at Rockers Brewing from 3–6 PM, and surprise guest NASCAR driver Jeremy Clements. With over 70 live broadcasts annually, Fox Sports Spartanburg is the official voice of USC Upstate Athletics—this is your ultimate inside look before the season starts.

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USC Upstate men’s basketball is poised for a major leap forward as head coach Marty Richter brings in Riley McGillan, a rising coaching star with a proven track record of turning programs around. McGillan, who recently helped Belmont Abbey quadruple its wins and led Lenoir-Rhyne to record-setting defensive efficiency, brings elite experience from Clemson and Longwood, including a pivotal role in Clemson’s 2017-18 Sweet Sixteen run. Richter calls McGillan a “great basketball mind” and expects him to energize the team and propel the Spartans to new heights in their third year under his leadership.

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USC Upstate basketball is heating up for the 2026-27 season with a major coaching upgrade: veteran Shaun Vandiver joins head coach Marty Richter’s staff. Vandiver brings elite experience — from assistant roles at Weber State and Wyoming (including an NCAA Tournament run in 2022) to head coaching stints at Emporia State and stops at Boise State and Northern Colorado. A standout player at Colorado, he was even drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 1991. Richter calls him a championship-caliber coach who’ll elevate player development and push the Spartans toward elite competition. This move signals USC Upstate’s serious ambition to build something special in Spartanburg.

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