New college basketball coaches begin 2026-27 season amid major changes
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 2:58 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The 2026 college basketball coaching carousel has led to significant changes among high-major programs. Notable hires include Mike Boynton at Michigan, who takes over following Dusty May's departure to the NBA, and Mike Malone at North Carolina, replacing Hubert Davis after a disappointing season. Creighton’s Alan Huss and Cincinnati's Jerrod Calhoun are also mentioned as coaches expected to have a lasting impact at their respective schools. As the 2026-27 season approaches, assessments of the long-term prospects of these new hires are underway.
- •Dusty May leaves Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks.
- •Mike Malone replaces Hubert Davis at North Carolina.
- •Alan Huss takes over at Creighton, after success at High Point.
- •Jerrod Calhoun arrives at Cincinnati following NCAA Tournament appearances at Utah State.
- •Experts weigh long-term success of new coaching hires as season nears.
- 2:58 PMCBS Sports — Dribble Handoff: Which new college basketball coach will have the most successful long-term career?
"Our experts predict which new hire from the 2026 coaching carousel will find the most long-term success
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