Oklahoma Sooners hire Manaia Brown as new scouting coordinator

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Oklahoma Sooners hire Manaia Brown as new scouting coordinator
Summary

The Oklahoma Sooners have appointed Manaia Brown as their new scouting coordinator, effective July. Brown previously served as the assistant director of recruiting at Fresno State and has extensive experience in coaching and recruiting. His hiring comes after the departure of T.J. Lynn, who moved on to a graduate assistant position at UCLA. The Sooners are preparing for their 2026 season opener against the UTEP Miners on September 4th.

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  • •Manaia Brown joins Oklahoma from Fresno State.
  • •He has over ten years of coordinator experience.
  • •Brown replaces T.J. Lynn, who left for UCLA.
  • •Oklahoma's 2026 season begins on September 4th.
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