Iowa Hawkeyes dismiss head coach Fran McCaffery after 15 seasons

Fran McCaffery has been dismissed as the head coach of Iowa basketball after 15 seasons, concluding a tenure marked by both successes and challenges. McCaffery, the all-time wins leader for the program with 297 victories, led the Hawkeyes to seven NCAA Tournament appearances but faced difficulties in recent seasons, including a disappointing 17-16 record this year. His final game ended in a loss to Illinois, where he was ejected after receiving two technical fouls for arguing with officials. Despite a promising start to the season, Iowa struggled significantly in the latter half, winning only three of their last 14 games. The decision comes as the program looks to enter a new era after McCaffery's long leadership, with speculation surrounding his future leading up to the dismissal. As Iowa evaluates its coaching direction, McCaffery's contributions to the team and the challenges faced will be part of his legacy.