Shorter University Men's Basketball

Wade Anderson is entering his eighth year as the head men’s basketball coach at Shorter University In 2017, Shorter University and Dr Dowless gave Coach Anderson his first head coaching opportunity. Coach Anderson arrived in Rome, Ga with over a decade at two other GSC institutions and over 14 years of college coaching experience. After 8 years in Pensacola, the Lord opened the doors in 2015 for Coach Anderson to join the Mike Nienaber and the coach staff at Christian Brothers University in Memphis, TN. In 2016-2017, Coach Anderson helped guide the team to an 18-13 overall record with a 14-8 GSC record and an appearance in the NCAA tournament. In 2007, University of West Florida came calling and Coach Anderson returned to where his coaching journey had begun. He was named the head assistant coach for Don Hogan and the Argo basketball team. After two seasons in 2009, Don Hogan left to become the associate head coach at Coastal Carolina University. The Panhandle coaching legend and UWF alumni Bob Stinnett was hired, and Coach Anderson stayed on as the head assistant. In, 2011-2012, Coach helped guide the Argos to a 19-11 record and a 4th place finish in the GSC tournament. The Lord then guided Coach Anderson to Faulkner State Community College in 2005 to become the assistant coach to the legendary head coach Jack Robertson. During his two years at Faulkner State, he helped build a roster that would win over 35 games in two seasons, including a regular season ACCC Southern Division Championship. After Graduation in 2003, The doors of coaching were opened for Coach Anderson to attend grad school and joined the coaching staff of head coach Don Hogan and the University of West Florida. Coach Anderson graduated in 2005 with a Masters in Exercise Science. Coach Anderson attended Pensacola Christian College from 1999-2003. Majoring in Physical education. He also lettered in 4 years of college basketball for the Eagles. Coach Anderson has been married to his wife Ashley for 14 years

Entering his first year as an Assistant Men's Basketball Coach at Shorter University, Austin Savage brings a rich background in sports management and coaching. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Sports Management from Pensacola Christian College in 2022 and recently completed his Master’s in Business Administration at Shorter University in 2024. Savage has accumulated valuable coaching experience over the past few years, including serving as a Graduate Assistant at Shorter University and leading the JV team as Head Coach for a year. Additionally, he has been actively involved in numerous basketball camps throughout the South, showcasing his dedication to the development of young athletes. With strong ties to his Michigan roots and a close connection to Pensacola through his sister, Austin Savage is a family-oriented individual who balances his professional commitments with quality family time. His diverse coaching background and educational achievements make him a valuable asset to the Shorter University Men's Basketball program, where he is eager to contribute to the team's success in the upcoming season.