How Ali Farokhmanesh found his 'battle rhythm' as a head coach
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Ali Farokhmanesh, the head coach of the Colorado State men's basketball team, reflects on his first year in charge, discussing the challenges he faced and how he found his 'battle rhythm' as a head coach. After a tumultuous season with injuries and roster overhauls, Farokhmanesh is looking forward to a more stable offseason with his staff and roster in place.
Ali Farokhmanesh was promoted to head coach of the Colorado State men's basketball team on March 26, 2025. He had to fill out his coaching staff and overhaul the roster, which had five seniors. The 2024-25 season was marked by injuries to key players and a brutal start to Mountain West play. However, the team caught fire in February, ultimately missing the NCAA Tournament but making the NIT. Farokhmanesh learned to deal with the noise that comes with losses as a head coach, leaning on those he trusts and finding ways to ignore coaching tips from outsiders. He evolved his head coaching style and made tactical tweaks that led to a perfect winning February. This offseason will be different, with the staff and roster mostly in place, allowing Farokhmanesh to focus on building on the team's momentum.
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