Head Coach

Talvin Hester

Contact: thester@latech.edu

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About Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Basketball

Louisiana Tech basketball provides student-athletes with a premier opportunity to compete in Conference USA while earning a degree from a respected research institution in Ruston, Louisiana. Head coach Talvin Hester leads a program committed to developing well-rounded student-athletes who succeed both on the court and in the classroom. The Bulldogs compete at a competitive Division I level within a conference that regularly produces professional opportunities for its elite performers. Louisiana Tech's athletic facilities and academic resources support players pursuing meaningful degrees alongside their basketball aspirations. The program emphasizes a strong culture of discipline, work ethic, and accountability that translates to life beyond college sports. Recruits interested in joining a program focused on individual development within a supportive team environment should reach out to Coach Hester's staff to learn how Louisiana Tech can help them reach their personal and athletic goals.

Getting recruited at this level requires more than raw talent — coaches need to see your film at the right moment, your eligibility paperwork must be in order, and your tournament exposure has to match the standard the program is recruiting to.

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