Michael Berlfein (FIU Athletics)
MIAMI (April 28, 2020) - Up next in our Q&A series with the FIU men's basketball staff is director of basketball operations Mike Oliva. Oliva finished his eighth season with the Panthers men's basketball program in 2019-20. He's spent three years in his current position and previously served as the program's video coordinator.
Q: What made you want to join a men's basketball coaching staff?
A: "My dad played and is still coaching basketball. I got the bug, I love coaching. The ability to lead and motivate young people is the best job in the world.