“Darris Nichols is the perfect combination of a contemporary and new age leader, while in the same breath, he upholds yesteryear values and integrity, if not, exemplary character! La Salle has clearly hit a home run with the Coach Nichols hire!
- Kevin White, Former Director of Athletics - Duke
“Darris is wise beyond his years. His old school values complimented by his interrelational skills make him special. He’s also had success on every step of his journey. La Salle is hiring a winner!”
- Mike White, Head Men’s Basketball Coach - Georgia
“Darris Nichols is one of the most well-rounded, talented coaches that I have been around. He has a deep understanding of basketball and is an authentic relationship builder. I am incredibly excited to watch La Salle compete for A-10 championships.
- Dusty May, Head Men’s Basketball Coach - Michigan
“I have known Darris since freshman year of college…The same leadership qualities he possessed as a point guard leading our team, he has been able to translate into coaching. His ability to build relationship with players, communicate a vision and a standard of an organization, is something I learned from him even as a teammate.”
- Joe Mazzulla, Head Coach, Boston Celtics
"Darris is many things. A former great player, a leader, a great teammate, an old soul, a consistent grinder, an ethical worker, a commanding presence on the court and an awesome human being. It's a big-time hire by Radford! He's more than ready to come home."
– Mike White, Florida Men's Basketball Head Coach
"Congratulations to Darris. I'm extremely proud of him. I've always known he was going to be a head coach, basically when he knew all the sets better than I did. I want to wish him good luck, and I'm hoping he'll come to Morgantown and see us, along with his team."
– Bob Huggins, West Virginia Men's Basketball Head Coach
Darris Nichols is a lot of things. He is a wonderful man. He is an excellent basketball coach and will be a terrific ambassador, not only for Radford University basketball but for Radford University as a whole. I've known Darris for many years. I've had the opportunity to work with him back in 2014. His mother and father are exceptional people. I know he's thrilled to have the opportunity to be a Division I men's basketball head coach and do it in a city that he's very familiar with. I'm happy for him and for Radford University. He's going to do an excellent job, and I look forward to following his progress."
– Mike Young, Virginia Tech Men's Basketball Head Coach
"Darris Nichols is a rising star in the world of coaching college basketball. We have remained in close contact from the time he played for us at WVU. He has always had a thirst to learn the game and was one of the smartest players I ever coached. His recruiting skills are exceptional, and he will bring the right people to Radford. Darris really knows the game and how to develop talent too. Student-athletes will love playing for him as well. This is a great match for both Radford University and Darris, and I look forward to following all his success in the years to come."
– John Beilein, Former Richmond, WVU, Michigan, and Cleveland Cavaliers Basketball Head Coach Comment end