Head Coach
Tom Pecora
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Pecora | Men's Basketball Head Coach | lori.landino@qu.edu |
| Umar Shannon | Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach | umar.shannon@qu.edu |
| Jeff Robinson | Men's Basketball Assistant Coach | jeffrey.robinson@quinnipiac.edu |
| Tom Parrotta | Men's Basketball Assistant Coach | thomas.parrotta@quinnipiac.edu |
| Nolan Meehan | Director of Player Development & Operations | thomas.meehan2@qu.edu |
| Devin Markle | Director of Athlete Mental Wellness & Performance | devin.markle1@quinnipiac.edu |
| Sara MacDonough-Civitello | Athletic Trainer | sara.macdonough-civitello@qu.edu |
| Brijesh Patel | Director of Athletic Performance | brijesh.patel@qu.edu |
| Nick Solari | Athletic Communications | nicholas.solari@qu.edu |
| Sports Dietician | dana.white@qu.edu |
About Quinnipiac Bobcats Basketball
Quinnipiac University basketball competes in the competitive Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, offering student-athletes a rigorous blend of Division I basketball and world-class academics in Connecticut. Head coach Tom Pecora brings extensive coaching experience and a commitment to developing players both on the court and in the classroom. The Bobcats program emphasizes disciplined play, defensive intensity, and a culture centered on academic achievement and personal growth. Located on a picturesque campus, Quinnipiac provides resources and facilities designed to support student-athlete success, including strength and conditioning programs, sports medicine staff, and academic support services. The MAAC presents consistent competition that prepares players for professional opportunities or successful post-basketball careers. Prospective recruits interested in playing Division I basketball while earning a degree from a respected institution should contact coach Pecora's staff to discuss how Quinnipiac aligns with their athletic and academic goals.
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-08-13.