University of Hawai'i assistant coach Eran Ganot is leaving the Rainbow Warrior basketball program after accepting an assistant coaching position with Saint Mary's College in Moraga, Calif. Ganot, who has been a part of the UH basketball staff for the last four years, returns to Saint Mary's, where he started his collegiate coaching career.

 

“Hawai'i is a special place with great people and it's not easy to leave,” Ganot said. “I'm grateful for my experience here and I'm excited about the new opportunity that awaits me at Saint Mary's.”

 

Since the hiring of new UH head coach Gib Arnold in late March, Ganot has been a vital component in the transition period, particularly in the realms of recruiting and scheduling.

 

“I've enjoyed working with Eran over the last two months,” Arnold said. “He's a great guy and a hard worker. I know it's a tough move for him, but it I understand it from a financial and professional standpoint. He's a great young coach and we'll miss him.”

 

The 28-year-old Ganot first came to UH in 2006 as director of operations for long-time head coach Riley Wallace. He was promoted to full-time assistant coach beginning in the 2007-08 season under then-head coach Bob Nash. During the last three seasons he has been responsible for recruiting, scheduling, scouting and player development.

 

Ganot now joins a St. Mary's program that went 28-6 and advanced to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 last year. Prior to coming to UH, Ganot spent three years with the Gaels under head coach Randy Bennett.