Michael Makubika completed in his fifth year as an assistant men's basketball coach at Southern Connecticut State University in 2014-15. In his current role with the Owls, Makubika is involved with all facets of the program. During his time on the sidelines, the Owls have reached the post-season in each campaign, punctuated by a 30-3 record and an Elite Eight berth in 2013-14.
In total, the Owls have registered a record of 97-48 (.669) over the last five years, including one Elite Eight appearance, one Sweet 16 appearance, two Northeast-10 Conference Southwest Division titles and one Northeast-10 Tournament title.Â
Makubika joined the Owls after spending the 2009-10 academic year as an assistant under Mike Donnelly at nearby Post University. In his role with the Eagles, Makubika was responsible for on-court instruction, player development, scouting, strength and conditioning and recruiting.
Makubika also brings Division I experience from his time at Syracuse University and Central Connecticut State University. He served as a team manager at CCSU for two seasons before transferring to Syracuse, where he filled the same post for three seasons.
He holds two degrees from Syracuse – a bachelor’s in physical education and a master’s in higher education administration.
