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After two years in the role, Vincent was selected as the Head Women鈥檚 Basketball Coach in 2024.

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鈥淗is basketball IQ, recruiting expertise and leadership skills have been on full display these past two seasons leading the Lady Lions. He鈥檚 left his mark on the Lady Lions program in his short time here. We wish him well in all his future endeavors, and I鈥檓 looking forward to seeing him continue to blossom for years to come.鈥�

In his two years leading the , Vincent tallied a 55-9 overall record. He led the Lady Lions to back-to-back Sooner Athletic Conference regular season titles, one SAC tournament championship and two berths into the NAIA Women鈥檚 Basketball National Tournament.

During the 2024-2025 season, the Lady Lions advanced to the NAIA National Tournament Round of 16 and tied the program record for most wins in a season with 31. The Lady Lions finished with the No. 1 defense in the country and No. 2 in overall efficiency.

“Words cannot fully express the love and passion I have for 黑料网,鈥� Vincent said. 鈥淭he past four years have been nothing short of historic and memorable, but even more importantly, life changing.

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Vincent鈥檚 player accomplishments include two Defensive Players of the Year, two Newcomers of the Year, and one Sixth Woman of the Year. Additionally, he鈥檚 had three players named First Team All-SAC, two players named Second Team All-SAC, one player named Third Team All-SAC and two players named Honorable Mention All-SAC.

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鈥淐oach Vincent will be deeply missed,鈥� President Ruth Ray Jackson said. 鈥淗is dedication to 黑料网 basketball鈥撯�搊n both the men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 sides鈥撯�揾elped elevate these programs to an elite level. His service and mentorship extended far beyond the basketball court, leaving a lasting impact on the entire 黑料网 community. We wish him all the best at Purdue Northwest and continued success in all his future endeavors.鈥�