Amidst the NCAA Tournament buzz, the coaching carousel in college basketball continues to spin with significant moves and hires.
Louisville’s search came to a close on Wednesday as they secured Pat Kelsey from Charleston to lead their program, sources confirmed to CBS Sports. Kelsey’s appointment fills a crucial vacancy for the Cardinals, marking a pivotal moment for the team.
In another notable move, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) announced the hiring of Baylor assistant John Jakus on Wednesday night. Jakus brings valuable experience from his tenure under Scott Drew at Baylor, positioning him to make a meaningful impact at FAU.
The coaching shake-up began with Dusty May’s decision to join Michigan on Saturday, opting for a five-year deal over offers from Louisville and Vanderbilt. May’s move set off a chain reaction, leading to various coaching changes across the college basketball landscape.
West Virginia secured Darian DeVries on Sunday, marking a significant addition for the Mountaineers after an extensive search. DeVries’ successful stint at Drake, including multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, makes him a promising hire for West Virginia.
Other notable moves include Kyle Smith’s departure from Washington State to Stanford, and Danny Sprinkle’s decision to join Washington. Mark Byington also accepted a deal to lead Vanderbilt, adding to the flurry of coaching changes.
As the coaching vacancies in power-conference programs dwindle, attention turns to Oklahoma State and SMU, the remaining open positions. Speculation continues surrounding Andy Enfield’s status at USC, with rumors suggesting a potential departure that could trigger further coaching moves.
With the NCAA Tournament action heating up, the college basketball coaching carousel shows no signs of slowing down, with 51 job changes reported as of Wednesday evening.
