LSU is reportedly exploring a major shakeup in its men’s basketball operation, with McNeese State athletic director Heath Schroyer said to be in line for a senior administrative role overseeing the Tigers’ program. The development, first reported Wednesday, has quickly revived chatter that former LSU coach Will Wade could eventually find his way back to Baton Rouge. It would mark a dramatic pivot for LSU’s basketball leadership.
According to WWL‑TV, CBS Sports reporter Jon Rothstein posted that LSU is “working to hire McNeese’s Heath Schroyer as a senior administrator” for the men’s program. WWL‑TV notes that Rothstein’s reporting suggests the move “could signal a potential reunion with Will Wade.” The station’s write-up links the report to national beat coverage and social media posts fueling the speculation.
Heath Schroyer serves as McNeese’s vice president and director of athletics and has been credited with stabilizing the program and its finances, according to McNeese State Athletics. Schroyer transitioned into athletics administration after a lengthy coaching career and has overseen fundraising pushes and facility projects that helped boost the Cowboys’ profile.
Why Schroyer Would Be A Logical Pick
Schroyer was the McNeese AD who brought Will Wade to Lake Charles in 2023 and helped steer the program’s rapid turnaround, as detailed when McNeese hired Wade by CBS Sports. That existing relationship is a big part of why observers say Schroyer would be an appealing option for LSU officials looking for a plausible route to bring Wade back to Baton Rouge.
Legal Notes And What Comes Next
Wade was fired at LSU in 2022 after the program received a notice of allegations from the NCAA and later faced penalties that included a multi‑game suspension and a show‑cause ruling, as reporting has outlined. Local coverage has broken down those sanctions and what they mean for high‑profile coaching hires, and WDSU provides an overview of the disciplinary findings.
WWL‑TV’s report underscored that no formal hire had been announced and that its story was tied to Rothstein’s posts. As of Wednesday, neither LSU nor McNeese had publicly confirmed any deal involving Schroyer.
