Neil Roberts (basketball)

Roberts' coaching career would begin in the high school ranks, notably at Skyline High School, where he won two state championships.^[1] He compiled a 172–38 overall record as a high school coach.^[5] In 1978, Roberts would accept the head coaching position at then-NJCAA program Dixie State. He remained with the Trailblazers until 1985, making three national tournaments and winning the 1985 NJCAA Division I championship.^[6] After a brief hiatus from coaching, Roberts would become the head coach at Southern Utah, helping guide its transition from NCAA Division II to Division I. He served as coach until 1992, ending with a 54–51 record. Roberts resigned as coach during the 1991–92 season after being accused of shoplifting a $30 necktie.^[5] He was replaced by Bill Evans.

‡ Resigned midseason