Iowa Parts Ways with Basketball Coach Fran McCaffery

The University of Iowa has decided to part ways with men's basketball head coach Fran McCaffery after 15 seasons, marking the end of his tenure, which included a school-record 297 wins. Despite announcing his expectation to return for the next season following a recent loss, the program has opted for a change after a disappointing 17-16 finish and an early exit from the Big Ten Tournament. McCaffery led the Hawkeyes to seven NCAA Tournament appearances and a Big Ten Tournament title in the 2021-22 season, transforming the program from one of the worst in the Big Ten. Potential replacements being considered include West Virginia's Darian DeVries and Mississippi State's Chris Jans, among others. McCaffery's contributions to player development were significant, nurturing talents like Luka Garza and Keegan Murray into national stars. The transition signals a new direction for Iowa basketball as they look to enhance their competitive edge.