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Boston College clarifies Luke Murray's role in announcers' firing

Boston.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 1:14 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Boston College clarifies Luke Murray's role in announcers' firing
Summary

Boston College men's basketball coach Luke Murray did not participate in the decision to fire radio announcers, according to university officials. Athletic Director Pat Craft stated in a phone interview that Murray lacks the authority to make such decisions. The university's statement follows speculation surrounding the announcement of the announcers' termination. Murray has been the head coach since March 31, 2026. The school aims to clarify the separation between coaching duties and personnel decisions.

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  • •Luke Murray did not make the decision to fire radio announcers.
  • •Athletic Director Pat Craft confirmed Murray's lack of authority in this matter.
  • •Murray was appointed as BC men's basketball coach on March 31, 2026.
  • •The announcement about announcers' firing raised public speculation.
  • •BC seeks to clarify the distinction between coaching and personnel decisions.
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  • 1:14 PMBoston.com — Boston College says men’s basketball coach Luke Murray had no role in firing of radio announcers - Boston.com
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“Luke did not make this decision because he does not have the ability to make this decision,” said James in a phone interview Wednesday.

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