History of Will Wade in Timeline

Frank Williams Wade is an American college basketball coach currently serving as the head men's basketball coach at North Carolina State University. Prior to this role, he held head coaching positions at Chattanooga (2013–2015), VCU (2015–2017), LSU (2017–2022), and McNeese State (2023–2025).

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November 26, 1982: Will Wade's Birth

On November 26, 1982, Frank Williams Wade, known as Will Wade, was born. He is an American college basketball coach.

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March 21, 2017: Accepts Head Coach position at LSU

On March 21, 2017, Will Wade accepted an offer to become the head coach at Louisiana State University.

December 28, 2017: 100th Career Victory

On December 28, 2017, Will Wade achieved his 100th career victory with a win over Memphis.

March 7, 2019: FBI Wiretap Report

On March 7, 2019, it was reported that Will Wade discussed an offer to a recruit, which was overheard on a Federal Bureau of Investigation wiretap. He described the payment as a "strong-ass offer".

April 14, 2019: Suspension Lifted

On April 14, 2019, Louisiana State University lifted Will Wade's suspension after he was suspended amid the FBI's probe.

April 24, 2019: Contract Modifications

On April 24, 2019, it was reported that Will Wade agreed to significant modifications to his contract in order to be reinstated, including forfeiting bonuses and allowing LSU to fire him for cause if he committed a Level I or Level II NCAA violation.

August 25, 2020: Investigation Headed to Independent Panel

On August 25, 2020, reports surfaced that the investigation into the alleged recruiting violations by Will Wade was ongoing and headed to an independent panel.

March 12, 2022: Termination as LSU Coach

On March 12, 2022, Will Wade was terminated as coach at LSU after the NCAA formally served a notice of allegations based on investigations into reports of recruiting violations.

March 12, 2023: Hired as McNeese State Coach

On March 12, 2023, Will Wade was hired to coach at McNeese State University, replacing John Aiken.

March 20, 2025: First NCAA Tournament Win

On March 20, 2025, Will Wade led McNeese to its first-ever NCAA tournament win, beating Clemson 69-67 in the Round of 64.

March 22, 2025: Signed with NC State University

On March 22, 2025, Will Wade officially signed a six-year contract to be the next head coach at North Carolina State University, replacing Kevin Keatts.