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The University of Akron named Dustin Ford as the new head coach of the Zips men's basketball program, pending board approval. Ford has spent the last nine seasons as associate head coach and helped Akron win six MAC championships and four NCAA postseason appearances, and now leads the program to build on that sustained success.
Cincinnati named Jerrod Calhoun, UC alum and former Utah State head coach, as the Bearcats’ 29th men’s basketball head coach on a six-year contract starting at $3.7 million in year one, after guiding Utah State to a 29-7 season and Mountain West championships; Calhoun has built winning programs at Fairmont State and Youngstown State and will lead Cincinnati as it prepares for its Big 12 era.
Cincinnati is close to hiring Jerrod Calhoun, Utah State's head coach and a former Cincinnati student assistant, to lead the Bearcats. Calhoun has guided Utah State to two NCAA tournament appearances, including a first-round win over Villanova, and Cincinnati plans to back the program with a high NIL payroll (estimated at over $10 million). Cincinnati fired Wes Miller earlier this month; Calhoun’s buyout is about $4 million, and he would aim to restore annual NCAA tournament contention for Cincinnati after Miller failed to reach the tourney in five seasons.
Ben Roethlisberger praised Mike McCarthy as a “coach with heart” for the Steelers, calling the hire smart, noting McCarthy’s Pittsburgh roots and offensive-minded approach, and suggesting he’ll balance the offense with strong quarterback development while integrating young coaching talent.
The Miami Dolphins have named Jeff Hafley as their new head coach, marking a major leadership change for the franchise.