Bio

Anthony Rice enters his third season as an assistant coach with the Sasquatch, where he has helped guide the program to 40 wins during his time on the sideline. His responsibilities include player development, on-court coaching, practice planning, and assisting with recruiting and scouting.

A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Rice was recognized as one of the top 25 players in the state during his high school career. He began his collegiate journey at Blinn College in Texas, where he earned All-Conference honors, before transferring to Lenoir-Rhyne University (NCAA Division II). As a guard at Lenoir-Rhyne, he continued to excel, once again earning All-Conference recognition.

Rice later transferred to Simpson University (NAIA) in Redding, California, where he completed his playing career during the 2021–22 season. As a senior, he started 22 of 23 games and averaged 9.4 points, 3.4 assists, and 2.3 rebounds per game while shooting 40.6% from the field, 32.7% from three, and 81.4% from the free-throw line.

Equally committed to academics, Rice earned his Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Lenoir-Rhyne, further complementing his leadership and coaching background.

Following graduation, Rice transitioned into coaching, beginning with the men’s basketball program at Simpson University. In 2023, he joined Spokane as an assistant coach, where he continues to bring his playing experience, leadership skills, and passion for the game to the Sasquatch program.