Q: How did LaRue become our new men’s basketball coach?

A: “We were fortunate in that this was a transition time for Rusty and the opportunity lined up well with his personal and professional aspirations. He’s got an impressive upside, has had incomparable life experiences, and is the consummate “role model.”  I’ve always believed that Rusty LaRue should be one of the faces the NCAA uses to portray what is right about college athletics. Great student, great athlete, great community citizen, check all of the above…  He’s the total package.”

Q: What are you impressions of Rusty as a person?

A: “The very best compliment I could pay Rusty LaRue is that if I had a son who had a chance to play college basketball, I’d want him to play for someone with the same character, leadership qualities, and passion for excellence as Rusty LaRue.”

Q: Are you concerned about LaRue’s past coaching experience?

A: “People well acquainted with Rusty know that one of his real success secrets 
is being a true student of the game. When you understand that he has been a pupil of some of the best coaching in the world, I think he is very well prepared to launch his coaching career at Greensboro College.”

Q: How does Rusty “fit” with Greensboro College?

A: “Rusty’s priorities line up well with what we believe Greensboro College is all about.  He fully embraces the many virtues of higher education, has a strong faith commitment, places a high value on family, believes the quality of life is incredible in the Triad area, and completely understands the value of intercollegiate athletics within the college community. He also is a proven winner who indeed believes that good is the enemy of best.”

Q: What will LaRue’s other ancillary duties be at Greensboro College?

A: “We plan to involve Coach LaRue with our Circle of Pride Athletics Booster 
Club as an Assistant to the Athletic Director for Development.  He will assist in some of our special projects and help grow and develop our membership.”

Q: Do you have any final thoughts?

A:  “I couldn’t be more pleased to have Rusty LaRue on our staff. I believe Rusty will make his mark here, just as he has everywhere else in his young life.  I like to talk about coaches in terms of having the appropriate tools, and Rusty’s toolbox is full.”