LSU Shreveport and Baton Rouge CC announce new basketball coaching hires

LSU Shreveport has appointed Nicholas Carmouche Jr. as an assistant coach for its women’s basketball program. Carmouche previously served as the Assistant Director of Basketball Operations at Cleveland State University. His coaching background includes roles at Carencro High School, John Melvin University, and as head coach of Higher Ground AAU.

Separately, Baton Rouge Community College has named Casey Apetrei as Associate Head Coach for its men’s basketball staff. Apetrei joins the Navigators following a four-season tenure at Lee College, where he held a 93-41 record and helped secure two Region XIV regular-season titles. His previous experience also includes coaching stints at Louisiana Christian University and Lindsey Wilson College.