History of Tobin Anderson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 13, 2026

Tobin Anderson is an American basketball coach, currently the special assistant to the head coach for the South Florida Bulls. He gained prominence as the head coach of the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights during the 2022-23 season, leading them to a historic upset as only the second 16-seed to defeat a 1-seed in the NCAA tournament. He also served as the head coach for the Iona Gaels from 2023 to 2024.

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December 1, 1971: Tobin Anderson's Birth

On December 1, 1971, Tobin Anderson was born. He later became a basketball coach.

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1990: All-Star at Interstate 35 High School

In 1990, Tobin Anderson was recognized as an all-star player at Interstate 35 High School in Truro.

1991: College Basketball at Wesleyan University

In 1991, Tobin Anderson began his college basketball career at Wesleyan University.

1995: Wesleyan University Basketball Career Ends

In 1995, Tobin Anderson concluded his basketball career at Wesleyan University, ranking 11th in career scoring as of 2022.

1996: Master's Degree from Florida State University

In 1996, Tobin Anderson earned a master's degree in athletic administration from Florida State University.

1996: Assistant Coach at Clarkson

In 1996, Tobin Anderson's coaching career began as an assistant coach at Clarkson.

2006: NCAA Division III Tournament Bid

In 2006, Tobin Anderson led Hamilton College to a bid in the NCAA Division III tournament.

2011: Joins Siena Coaching Staff

After the 2011 season, Tobin Anderson joined the coaching staff of Siena under Mitch Buonaguro.

2015: St. Thomas Aquinas Defeats St. John's

In 2015, St. Thomas Aquinas, under Tobin Anderson, defeated Division I St. John's 90–58 in an exhibition contest.

2017: Elite Eight NCAA Division II Tournament

In 2017, Tobin Anderson led St. Thomas Aquinas to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Division II tournament.

May 3, 2022: Named Fairleigh Dickinson Coach

On May 3, 2022, Tobin Anderson was appointed as the eighth men's basketball coach in Fairleigh Dickinson history.

2022: Ranking at Wesleyan University

As of 2022, Tobin Anderson ranks 11th all-time in career scoring at Wesleyan University.

2022: Fairleigh Dickinson Head Coach

In 2022, Tobin Anderson became the head coach of the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights men's basketball team, later leading them to a historic victory in the NCAA tournament.