Luke Testani enters his second season on Tobin Anderson's staff and first as Director of Analytics/Player Personnel. He spent his inaugural season as the program's video coordinator.
In his elevated role, Testani will be responsible for overseeing the program's analytics, providing detailed statistical analysis to assist the coaching staff in making informed decisions. Additionally, he will manage player personnel matters, including player development and recruiting support.
Testani came to New Rochelle after serving as an assistant coach at Division III Amherst College in Massachusetts. He spent a season with the Mammoths following two years as a graduate assistant at the University of Miami under head coach Jim Larranaga. After a 10-win season in 2020-21, the Hurricanes flourished as one of the most improved teams in the country, posting a 26-11 mark and an Elite Eight appearance in the NCAA Tournament.
Testani was a four-year manager for the University of Michigan under coaches John Beilein and Juwan Howard. During his time in Ann Arbor, Michigan appeared in three NCAA tournaments reaching the Sweet 16 twice and the NCAA Championship game in 2018. Among other duties, he was responsible for assisting at practices and home games, including equipment set up and take down, coding game film and rebounding for players after practice.
COACH ANDERSON ON TESTANI
AS DIRECTOR OF ANALYTICS/PLAYER PERSONNEL:
"We are thrilled to elevate Luke to this new role," said Anderson. "His expertise in video and analytics is unparalleled, and he has already made significant contributions to our program. In his elevated role, Luke will continue to play a crucial role in the development of our student-athletes and the success of our team."
AS VIDEO COORDINATOR:
"We are excited to have Luke with us. He is a maestro with video, and he can do things that are really going to really help our program at the highest level. As video coordinator, he will help our players improve on a daily basis."
COACHING EXPERIENCE
- Director of Analytics/Player Personnel, Iona (MAAC) - 2024-present
- Video Coordinator, Iona (MAAC) - 2023-2024
- Assistant Coach, Amherst College (NCAA Division III, NESCAC) - 2022-2023
- Graduate Assistant, University of Miami (ACC) - 2020-2022
- Undergraduate Manager, University of Michigan (Big 10) - 2016-2020
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree, Sport Management - University of Michigan (2019)
- Master's Degree, Sport Administration - University of Miami (2022)
