Khan, who became a national sensation during McNeese’s NCAA tournament surge, left for NC State but found that many of his credits didn’t transfer, pushing him back to sophomore status. He cited a desire to graduate and the special connection to the campus as reasons for his return.
The Cowboys, currently 23-5, are poised for another March run, and Khan’s presence is expected to boost morale and highlight the role of student managers. He plans to use his platform to shine a light on the behind‑the‑scenes work of managers.