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MacDonald named 20th coach of the Bonnies
Mar 31, 2026
After building a national championship-contending Division II program at Daemen University, Mike MacDonald will join St. Bonaventure’s men’s basketball as the program’s 20th head coach, Vice President and Director of Athletics Bob Beretta announced Tuesday.
A 1988 alumnus of St. Bonaventure, MacDonald returns to the Enchanted Mountains to lead his alma mater in a new era of college basketball.
“We are extremely excited to bring Mike back to St. Bonaventure,” Beretta said. “As we set out to identify the next leader of our men’s basketball program, we developed a list of more than 20 characteristics that we would look for in the person who would succeed Mark Schmidt as head coach. Mike checked every box."
In his last two seasons, Daemen posted a 61-3 record, going undefeated (32-0) in conference play during that span. He led the Wildcats to a Division II Elite Eight appearance in 2025-26 and back-to-back ECC Tournament Championships with five first-team All-ECC honorees, including two ECC Player of the Year winners in Zach Philipkoski and Benjamin Bill. MacDonald was named National Division II Coach of the year in 2024-25, and ECC Coach of the Year in both seasons.
His 61 wins over the past two seasons are fourth-most in the NCAA at any level. Daemen’s win percentage of .968 during that span is second only behind Division II Nova Southeastern.
For more on MacDonald's hiring, visit here.
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South Carolina LowCountry Bonnies Weekend Getaway
Join fellow Bonnies for a fun-filled weekend on Hilton Head Island, Sept. 25–26! Kick things off with happy hour Friday evening at Local Legend Brewing, followed by a Saturday golf outing at Indigo Run and an evening cruise aboard the Salty Dog.
Friday the 25th - Cocktails at Legends Brewery & Beer Garden from 6:00 PM.
Saturday the 26th - golf outing at Indigo Run, price $126 per round, 5 tee times for groups of four starting at 12:30, clubhouse to be closed for an event but we will have access to a beverage cart and driving range.
Saturday the 26th - evening cruise on the Salty Dog Cruise boat at 6:00 PM, price is $43 per person.
Please contact the alumni office with any questions and we will get you in touch with the SC Chapter Leader, Andy Fry.
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Family Legacy Reception
Family Weekend Legacy Reception
Legacy families are invited to join us for refreshments during Family Weekend! Hosted by the Office of Alumni Engagement, this special reception is an opportunity to meet some of our deans and faculty, connect with fellow legacy families, and enjoy time together on campus.
SBU legacy students and their family members are welcome to attend, so bring the whole family and gather for a Bona family photo!
Saturday, Sept. 26
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Reilly Center – Hall of Fame RoomKindly RSVP by Friday, Sept. 18. Registration details coming soon!
For questions or more information, contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at alumni@sbu.edu.
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Explore St. Bonaventure your way with campus tours, Discovery Days, Open Houses and personalized visits this fall!
Fall Open Houses
Saturday, Oct. 3 & Saturday, Oct. 24
Dennis R. DePerro School of Health Professions Discovery Day
Friday, Oct. 16
Schools of Communication and Education Discovery Day
Friday, Nov. 6
Jandoli School of Communication | School of Education
Veterans Day Discovery Day, featuring the School of Business
Wednesday, Nov. 11
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