Lincoln – University of Nebraska assistant Matt Abdelmassih was recognized by ESPN as one of the top young coaches in the country, as the website unveiled its "40 Under 40" list on Wednesday.
ESPN college basketball writers Myron Medcalf, Jeff Borzello and John Gasaway compiled the list, which attempts to rank coaches according to both achievements and potential. Abdelmassih is No. 22 on the list, which includes head coaches and assistant coaches.
Abdelmassih was instrumental in helping turnaround the Iowa State and St. John's programs before reuniting with Fred Hoiberg at Nebraska in April of 2019.