The former HBCU women's basketball coach leaves a highly successful program to restore Auburn's.

After Norfolk State head coach Larry Vickers left to lead Auburn University’s women’s basketball team, two of his standout players have revealed their next career moves. Kierra Wheeler and Diamond Johnson emerged as the top stars on a talented Norfolk State team that finished the season 30-4 and unbeaten in the MEAC.

One of the most influential and respected figures in the history of the Spartan women’s basketball program, Larry Vickers will depart Norfolk State after accepting the head coaching position at Auburn University.