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Oregon Ducks seek long-term head coach after Dana Altman's retirement

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 7:07 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Oregon Ducks seek long-term head coach after Dana Altman's retirement
Summary

The Oregon Ducks men's basketball program announced that interim head coach Tony Stubblefield will lead the team for the upcoming 2026-27 season following Dana Altman's retirement after 16 seasons. Stubblefield, who has previous head coaching experience at DePaul, may not remain long-term as Oregon searches for a permanent replacement. Five candidates have emerged in early discussions: Josh Schertz from Saint Louis, Russell Turner from UC Irvine, Travis Steele from Miami (OH), Bryce Drew from Grand Canyon, and Quinton Crawford from the Portland Trail Blazers. The Ducks are expected to take their time with the search for a new head coach to restore stability to the program.

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By the Numbers
  • •Tony Stubblefield appointed interim head coach for 2026-27 season.
  • •Dana Altman retires after 16 years leading Oregon.
  • •Oregon explores long-term head coaching options with five candidates.
  • •Candidates include successful coaches from both mid-major and high-major programs.
  • •Ducks finished last season with 12 wins and 15th in the Big Ten.
Latest Updates
  • 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Will Tony Stubblefield be Oregon's next coach? What to know of interim, longtime assistant
  • 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Five potential long-term head coach candidates for Oregon MBB
What they're saying
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The Ducks will turn to interim Tony Stubblefield for the 2026-27 season after Dana Altman's stunning retirement; but who could be long-term options?

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Is Tony Stubblefield a candidate for Oregon's head coach opening? Here's what to know of the interim coach after Dana Altman's retirement:

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