Coach Shaka Smart

Shaka Smart is an American college basketball coach who has been the head coach of the University of Texas Men's Basketball team since 2015. He previously coached at Georgia Tech and was the head coach at Phog Allen Fieldhouse in Kansas. Smart is known for his high-intensity defensive style and has led his teams to several NCAA Tournament appearances. He is also a sought-after speaker and has written articles for publications like ESPN. Smart is a native of Atlanta, Georgia, and has a strong background in basketball, having played the sport at the University of Kansas and later coaching at several colleges.