What Others Are Saying About Coach Lebo
March 23, 2010 | Men's Basketball
March 23, 2010
"Jeff Lebo is an outstanding basketball coach, and even a better person. I have known Jeff since we competed against each other in college, and I knew Jeff as a great player and a fierce competitor that always did honor to the game. As a coach, Jeff has always done things the right way, and he has always put his players first. Jeff understands the game and how it should be played, and he understands what is important. I believe in Jeff Lebo, and I believe that East Carolina made one terrific hire." - Jay Bilas, ESPN College Basketball Analyst
"Coach Jeff Lebo is the perfect choice for East Carolina. He wins basketball games, but most importantly, he always does it the right way. Coach Lebo wins the game on and off the court by caring for his players, making them go to class, and graduating men who will be successful. Coach Lebo will build a sound program at East Carolina and he will build solid men who will represent the Pirates well." - Hubert Davis, ESPN College Basketball Analyst and former North Carolina teammate
" East Carolina has made a terrific hire with Jeff Lebo. He will have an immediate impact on his players. An outstanding motivator, communicator and teacher of the game, Jeff Lebo will quickly elevate all areas of East Carolina basketball. Starting today, ECU men's basketball becomes a major player in Conference USA." - Jimmy Dykes, ESPN College Basketball Analyst
"Jeff is an outstanding coach. He has the ability to teach the game and get the most out of his players. Having competed against Jeff for years, I know first hand that you better be prepared because Jeff is as good within the game as anyone. His preparation and ability to make adjustments is tremendous!" - Mark Gottfried, former Alabama coach & SEC Network Analyst
"I'm very excited for Jeff and the opportunity he's getting at East Carolina. They've got a guy that has great experience in coaching and has worked very hard through the coaching ranks and is very deserving of the job. I think we're going to see a big change at East Carolina in the near future with their men's basketball program under the leadership of Jeff Lebo." - Buzz Peterson, UNC Wilmington Head Basketball Coach
"Jeff is someone I consider a true friend, and after competing against his teams on many occasions the last six years, it was evident to me that he is one of the best coaches in the country. His teams are always as well prepared as any team in the country, and he'll do a great job at East Carolina." - Rick Stansbury, Mississippi State Head Basketball Coach
"This is an outstanding hire by East Carolina. Jeff is a tremendous coach who was in an unfortunate situation at Auburn. I strongly believe this is a new day for East Carolina basketball. The program will improve dramatically under Jeff's leadership." - Roy Williams, North Carolina Head Basketball Coach
