Jacob Polfus will be the second Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach for the 2020-2021 season.  Most recently, Polfus owned and operated a basketball training service where he trained the region’s best high school and collegiate players.  Prior to that, Jacob spent 11 seasons as the Head Varsity Basketball Coach at  Carney Nadeau High School.  His overall record was 169-73, including 4 conference titles, 3 district titles, and 1 state semi-final appearance. 

Polfus prepped at Carney Nadeau High School prior to playing 1 season at UW-Marinette and 3 seasons at Finlandia University. Polfus was the starting point guard on Finlandia’s 2001 National Title team.  Following his collegiate career, he enjoyed a short stint playing professionally in Albania.

“Jacob is one of the most well respected basketball minds in Upper Michigan,” Head Coach Matt Johnson said.  “He adds a wealth of knowledge to our staff.  He has played at high level and has had a tremendous amount of success as a head coach.  I am very excited to have Jake on staff, he will help us take the next step as a program.”