AFC EAST. What to know:APSU on April 25 announced Janssen's firing. For the first time since the summer of 2014, it went through an offseason with no coaching changes. For schools in mid- and low-major conferences, however, the calculus is a bit different. Justin Haire, Campbell: Haire has quickly risen through the coaching ranks, going from NAIA assistant coach to Division I head coach in a decade. ), a Division III school. But the Buckeyes had struggled in recent years. Former coach: Monte LeeNew coach: Erik Bakich. College basketball hot seat 2022: A busy carousel possible in the SEC, and ID'ing top candidates. The mens basketball job market is off to an early start, as Boston College this week fired Jim Christian. OConnor was an assistant coach at Notre Dame under Mainieri and has since built Virginia into one of the best programs in the ACC. Now, the Zips are in a bit better position and initially hired Greg Beals to help them take the next step. Now, Donnelly, who this summer was hired as an assistant coach, will take over the program on an interim basis for the 2023 season. The following year, UTA finished won the regular-season title in the Western Athletic Conference. So, leaving wont come easy for OSullivan, 52. What to know:Cole resigned as head coach in August, leaving to join Chris Tracz's staff at Army. ), including nine as head coach. Dave Aranda, Baylor Bears. Since the end of the 2019 season, there have been 41 coaching changes . After those turnarounds, he should be getting looks for premium jobs. But if Tedford is the coach from 2019 rather than the one from 2017 or 2018, his seat may get a little warmer sooner than expected. His roots in California and the Midwest (as an assistant coach at Kansas and head coach at South Dakota State) make for an interesting profile. Jordan Bischel, head coach, Central Michigan: Bishel, 39, has a unique combination of youth and experience. He has led the Blue Hens to the NCAA Tournament three times, most recently in 2017, and will finish his career with the second most wins in program history. With Scott Frost being out, it puts even more pressure on these college football head coaches. That was a sharp increase from 2020, when there were 14 coaching changes, and up from pre-pandemic levels, when there were on average 25-30 changes annually. In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. Joseph sophomore Tounde Yessoufou had a big double-double, with 29 points on 14-for-18 shooting from the floor, and 12 rebounds in an 87-44 win over Arroyo Grande on Tuesday. We're a mere three weeks into the 2022 college football season and we've already seen two coaches, Scott Frost at Nebraska and Herm Edwards at Arizona State, fired among Power Five schools. The college basketball coaching carousel spun slowly in 2020 as schools grappled with escalating financial concerns in the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic. So, if we assume there will be a more active job market this summer, which schools will be at the front of it? He was fired by the Buckeyes at the end of the season before being hired by Akron, but he never coached an official game for the Zips, as he leaves after fall practice. The Gamecocks made super regionals in 2018, his first season, but then last spring went 28-28, including an 8-22 SEC mark, and missed regionals. Justin Blood, Hartford: Blood, 41, is entering his 10th season at Hartford and has done an impressive job with the program. Last year, five of the nine coaches on this short list were fired, while two remain on the hot seat (Nebraska's Scott Frost, Arizona State's Herm Edwards), one cooled his seat down (UTEP's. Miller. All but one SEC coach (Georgias Scott Stricklin) has held his job for less than five years or more than 10. In a bid to adapt to the various pandemic mandates implanted nationally, the college . MVSU is one of the toughest jobs in the country and Stubbs went 10-31 in 2022. Former coach: Larry SudbrookNew coach:Jason Rathbun. Mosiello, 56, is in a comfortable spot at TCU, but that doesnt mean he wouldnt leave for the right opportunity. Matching such a special season wont be easy, but CMU begins the season as the MAC favorite and has a real shot at going back-to-back. Anderson now takes over the reins at his alma mater. He for two seasons was head coach at McDaniel (Md. Josh Reynolds, who was Allen's associate head coach, served as interim head coach for the 2022 season, but Northwestern held an open search following the season. With Alabama-Birmingham open across town, Dunn is a name to watch. He went 337-196-2 and led the Cornhuskers to the 2005 College World Series. With the increased revenue for athletic departments and . There are, however, a few flashpoints that could upset the status quo if things break wrong this spring. Former coach: Mike ColeNew coach:David Miller. Jeff Duncan, Kent State: The Golden Flashes last four head coaches (Bob Todd, Danny Hall, Rick Rembielak and Scott Stricklin) all eventually left for jobs in the Big Ten, ACC or SEC. He started at GCU in 2014, as the program began its Division I transition, and spent nine seasons as an assistant coach on Stankiewicz's staff before his promotion. Its unlikely the A&M search would get to him, but the fallout created from it could lead to a fit. Jarrett, a Florida State alum, led the Fighting Irish to the 2022 College World Series and in 2021 won the ACC title and fell one win shy of a trip to Omaha. Martin Jr. went 77-54 in three seasons and twice made the NCAA Tournament, but for the first time since 1981-85, the Seminoles have not advanced past regionals in back-to-back seasons. Jeff Palumbo, associate head coach, East Carolina: Palumbo is in his seventh season at ECU and has helped the program develop into the class of the American Athletic Conference. Jim Foster, head coach, Army: Foster, now in his fifth season in West Point, has led Army to three straight Patriot League Tournament titles. Bryan Harsin survived a coup that . Etheridge: SEC Weekend Dish. He previously coached at Winthrop and in 2014 was the volunteer assistant at Miami. He went 31-89 with the Zips, though Akron was working with significant limitations as the program got back up to speed. What to know:Multiple sources told Baseball America that Gill would not return after three seasons as head coach at USC. Former coach:Eric WedgeNew coach: Loren Hibbs (interim). But theres also a compelling case for a contract extension in both cases. FIU has not been to the NCAA Tournament since 2015 and last earned an at-large bid in 2011. One important difference would be that this is just Kingstons third year as coach, while Holbrook had been head coach for five years. Big 12 NCAA men's college basketball conference Conference standings and conference rankings. Alex Sogard, Wright State: The Raiders last three coaches moved on to bigger jobs (Penn States Rob Cooper, Central Floridas Greg Lovelady and Indianas Jeff Mercer) and Sogard could be the next to make such a move. These five are going into the 2021-22 college hoops season knowing that they must see massive improvements within their programs. Hill, 41, could follow in the footsteps of the likes of Tony Robichaux, Mike Bianco and Todd Butler from McNeese to a bigger program. How choosy both coaches and athletic directors are in 2021 will be interesting to see. Duncan figures to follow in their footsteps sooner or later. What to know: Butler announced on May 18 that Schrage would retire at the end of the season, his 34th as a head coach. Pierre was an assistant coach throughout Cooper's tenure and took over for the 2022 season as interim head coach. The Panthers on June 23 hired Witten, who spent the last five seasons as an assistant coach at Virginia Commonwealth. Shaun Stiffler, head coach, Virginia Commonwealth: In nine years as the Rams head coach, Stiffler, 42, has led them to super regionals and three regular-season conference titles in four seasons (2017, 2019, 2021). Anaylst Adam Rittenberg broke down some of the reasons Sarkisian's job could be in . One job has already opened in 2021, as Ohio coach Rob Smith retired after eight seasons in Athens. The head coach of the blue and white's baseball program, sustained excellence has escaped Cooper during his eight years and counting in University Park. Former coach: John Stuper (retired)New coach: Brian Hamm. Ultimately, BYU took the interim tag off his title, promoting him to the position full time. Mitch Gaspard, recruiting coordinator/hitting coach, Louisiana Tech: Gaspard, 56, has 13 seasons of experience as a head coachsix at Northwestern State (2002-07) and seven at Alabama (2010-16)and led his teams to regionals five times. It will be up to Pratt to take the Cougars into the Big 12, a change in conference affiliation that will take place in a year. In short, hes won a lot at schools that arent traditional powers. Former coach: Dave Serrano (retired)New coach: Eddie Cornejo. Breaking down the performance of the seven draft-and-follow players selected in the 2022 draft. What to know:Cooper stepped down in November after 12 years as head coach of his alma mater to take a job in the Yankees organization. But even at the top end of the market in a normal season, few programs are willing to fire a coach with multiple years left on his contract and pay a large buyout. Hes also quickly proven himself as a head coach. A return to form or another summer of inactivity brought on by financial austerity and greater patience? The timing of his dismissal is unusual and left Marshall looking for a head coach just four months before its first season as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. 1. He this year guided the Cowboys through an incredibly trying year as they dealt with setback after setback, but still finished the season with a title. Former coach: Mike BatesoleNew coach: Ryan Overland (interim). Jewett was hired following the Green Wave's 2016 American Athletic Conference title and NCAA Tournament appearance under David Pierce, who was hired away by Texas. Jackson is in a good spot and can choose any further moves carefully. He comes to USC from Grand Canyon, where he spent 11 seasons as coach and guided the Antelopes through their transition to Division I. He was the Blue Raiders coach for four seasons, going 78-104 during his tenure, including a 29-26 mark in 2022. but it's also only made the NCAA Tournament twice since 2002 and hasn't had a winning record in a full season since 2015. If Casey, 62, is going to come out of retirement, it would have to be for the right opportunity. After winning at least 30 games in three of Janssen's first four seasons at the program's helm, APSU this spring is on its way to its second straight losing season. The Leathernecks went 19-86, including an 8-44 mark in 2022. By Teddy Cahill. Coaches Corner Kendall Rogers - July 12, 2022. There are a number of coaches whose contracts expire in 2022 who could end up on the hot seat with a poor season this spring. What to know:Price announced his retirement at the conclusion of the season, bringing an end to his 20-year tenure at Kansas. What to know:Jarrett spent three seasons at Notre Dame before he was hired away by Florida State, his alma mater. What to know: Rodriguez resigned at the end of the season, his seventh at Baylor. Aranda is one of the hottest names in college football right now and . The NCAAB 2021 season is in the midst of significant upheaval brought on by the catalyzing effect of the coronavirus pandemic that turned 2020 upside down for all major sporting leagues around the world. With the unsurprising news hitting Friday, we figured . The Leopards went 29-52 during his tenure. The Huskies three NCAA Tournament appearances all came with Kelly on staff and hes regarded as one of the best pitching coaches in the country. As a former coach himself, athletic director Ray Tanner is unlikely to make a hasty move. He went 581-558-3, led the Jayhawks to regionals three times and won the 2006 Big 12 Tournament. Former coach: Dave Schrage (retired)New coach: Blake Beemer. Hes got a good thing going at Jackson State, which has newfound juice with Deion Sanders taking over the football program, but if Johnson wants a new challenge, he deserves a long look. DiToma was hired away from Fairleigh Dickinson after three seasons as head coach. He was in his seventh season as head coach of the Governors and went 169-173 in that time. Baseball is not football or basketball, the two biggest revenue generators for college sports and the two most likely to engage the kind of donor support needed to pay significant buyouts. After losing to a 10-18 (now 11-18) Kansas Jayhawks team, add Missouri Head Coach Larissa Andersen and her entire staff to the list of coaches on the Hot Seat to be fired. BA Newsletter: Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! Omar Johnson, head coach, Jackson State: Johnson has been the head coach at Jackson State since 2007 and has not had a losing season in 15 years. If the Flyers this spring can take the next step, King will see his profile rise. The latest Arizona headlines, breaking news, in-depth investigations, politics, and local community stories that matter to you. In 2020, however, there were just 14 head coaching changesa number that is inflated by a planned retirement and two schools removing the interim tag that their coaches operated with during last season. Childress is 592-207-3 in 15 seasons at Texas A&M, has made the last 13 NCAA Tournaments, twice guided the Aggies to the College World Series and in 2016 won the SEC Tournament. He doesnt have major conference experience and hes in a comfortable spot, but at some point he might get an offer he cant refuse. 10. He takes over the program as it enters a new era of the American Athletic Conference and will be looking to capitalize on his previous successes on the recruiting trail since arriving at Tulane. Radford hired Guerra away from James Madison, where he spent the last seven seasons as recruiting coordinator. He also spent six years on staff at William & Mary. Campbell is the Big South Conference favorite again this spring and a third-straight title would certainly be eye catching on a resume. Roberts is VMI's all-time hits leader and spent five seasons in professional baseball before beginning his coaching career at his alma mater. All rights reserved. Meggs was a head coach for 29 years, beginning with 13 seasons at Chico State (Calif.), where he twice won the Division II national championship. Justin Blood, head coach, Harford: Blood in 2018 led Hartford to its first America East Conference championship and NCAA Tournament appearance. Florida moved to extend OSullivans contract in the wake of Texas interest, signing him to a 10-year contract, worth $1.25 million a year. In six years with the Black Knights, he went 162-140 and led them to regionals in each of the last four seasons. Beemer, 31, comes to Butler after four years as the recruiting coordinator at Ball State, his alma mater. on March 2, 2021. Jobs like Charleston Southern, Holy Cross and Pacific may be more in line with the kinds of openings to expect this summer. He stepped away from the program in October, citing health reasons, and in December the university announced he would not return to his post as head coach. These college basketball coaches have all made their mark on the game at one time or another. Toasty Buns: 5 coaches on the hot seat who could be following Scott Frost. Nov 20, 2016; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan at Paul Brown Stadium . He led the Huskies to the 2018 College World Series, their first ever trip to Omaha, and three times reached the NCAA Tournament. Its no different this year, as hes one of the names to watch in the A&M and LSU search. He leaves as the winningest coach in program history with a record of 315-282-2. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. What to know: Stuper on Jan. 18 announced he will retire after the 2022 season after 30 years as head coach. Now, he takes over the Jayhawks, who are looking to take a step forward in the new-look Big 12. While the Aggies this year finished in last place in the SEC West, Childress, 52, had previously led them to 13 straight regionals and two College World Series appearances. Inside The Numbers: Fewer Repeat Opening Day Starters. After a relatively slow coaching carousel in 2018, the market heated up last summer. He very much wants to get East Carolina to the College World Series for the first time in program history. All rights reserved. Hallmark quickly improved both programs and knows what it takes to build a winner. He is . He spent 17 years at Herkimer, about four hours northeast of St. Bonaventure, and made the Division III NJCAA World Series eight times. With cost-cutting taking place throughout universities, an athletic director could look to offer a new hire a smaller guaranteed contract than the current head coach, perhaps with incentive clauses making up the difference. Hadra led the Keydets to a 147-249 record and is the second-winningest coach in program history. He led the Patriots to the NCAA Tournament seven times, most recently in 2014. Mike Anderson didn't receive a vote of confidence from St. John's, but he got no hot-seat warning, either. He led the Buckeyes to the NCAA Tournament three times, most recently in 2019, and twice won the Big Ten Tournament. The college hot sheet breaks down 20 of the best performers after an exciting second weekend of college baseball. The move came less than a week after the Seminoles' season came to an end in the Auburn Regional, where they went 1-2. It was a sensational run for a program that had made regionals just once in the 13 years between Paul Mainieri's departure and Jarrett's arrival. 3. Giarratano was fired in January following a university investigation that also formally reprimanded Giarratano, but the lawsuit brought new allegations and the university learned that Nakamura had been allowed on the field prior to a recent home game. With as much fan interest and money involved as there is in the SEC, changes can never be ruled out. Former coach:Nick RestainoNew coach: Pat Egan. Its never easy replacing a legend and Bragga struggled to do so in Houston, going 51-76-1 in three seasons. He has been a key part of Dukes rise and his 2016 recruiting class was just the programs second ever Top 25 class. Amid all that major conference change last season, seemingly the lone place the carousel was quiet was the SEC. Despite that head start this winter, largely as the result of coaches leaving for jobs in pro ball, the 2020 carousel looks like it will have a slower pace. Jeff Hafley, Boston College The passing game is great, Boston College is looking dangerous, and there's a shot Hafley becomes one of the hot rising coaches with a big year. You can submit your questions here. He takes over after 10 years on staff, including the last four as associate head coach. Draft expert Carlos Collazo will be hosting a chat at noon ET Thursday to answer any questions you might have regarding the 2023 draft class. Now, he takes over the Jayhawks, who are looking to take a step forward in the new-look Big 12. Former coach: Ritch PriceNew coach: Dan Fitzgerald. The same may be true of high-end mid-major jobs. Part of the reason the SEC stood pat this year was both because of the success of its teams (after Tennessee last season reached regionals for the first time since 2005, the longest drought in the conference is Missouri at seven years) and the dual nature of the leagues coaches as either entrenched or relatively new. Jarrett, 49, has certainly impressed in his two seasons in South Bend. Following that postseason run, USC hired him away. Bruce was in the mix for Pac-12 jobs a couple years ago, but would Utah interest him? Who will make that kind of rise this season? Former coach: John PawlowskiNew coach: Marc Rardin. College basketball coaching hot seat: Five coaches who may need a good season in 2022-23 to save their job These college basketball coaches better watch their backs throughout the. 5. His roots in California and the Midwest (as an assistant coach at Kansas and head coach at South Dakota State) make for an interesting profile. 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