Head Coach
Mike MacDonald
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Mike MacDonald | Head Coach | mmacdonald@sbu.edu |
| Akbar Waheed | Assistant Coach | awaheed@sbu.edu |
| Clive Bentick | Assistant Coach | cbentick@sbu.edu |
| Nick Fruscio | Assistant Coach | nfruscio@sbu.edu |
| Nick MacDonald | Director of Player Development | nmacdonald@sbu.edu |
| Tommy Kelly | Graduate Assistant | kellytw25@bonaventure.edu |
| Matt Pappano | Assistant Athletic Director for Men's Basketball Operations | mpappano@sbu.edu |
About St. Bonaventure Bonnies Basketball
St. Bonaventure University offers a distinctive combination of athletic excellence and academic rigor in the heart of Western New York. Head Coach MacDonald Schmidt has built a program known for developing players who thrive both on the court and in the classroom at this Franciscan institution. Competing in the competitive Atlantic 10 Conference, the Bonnies provide recruits with significant exposure against quality opponents while maintaining a strong emphasis on education and personal development. The program cultivates a culture centered on hard work, team-oriented basketball, and community engagement. St. Bonaventure attracts players seeking a mid-major platform where they can earn meaningful playing time and compete at a high level. Prospective recruits interested in joining a program that prioritizes basketball success alongside academic achievement should reach out to Coach MacDonald's staff to learn how they can contribute to the Bonnies' mission.
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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.