Randy Bennett named Arizona State men’s basketball coach
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Tempe, Ariz. — Randy Bennett, the long-time Saint Mary’s head coach, is set to become Arizona State’s next men's basketball coach, multiple outlets reported Monday; the move follows the University’s decision not to retain Bobby Hurley and was confirmed by sources who spoke on condition of anonymity. The hire ends Bennett’s 25-year tenure at Saint Mary’s and begins a transition at Arizona State this week; the program scheduled introductory events and Bennett has local roots in Mesa, while analysts and local figures reacted over the following 48 hours discussing experience, contract terms, and age.
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Timeline of Events
- 2001 — Randy Bennett becomes Saint Mary's head coach.
- 2006 — Bennett considered for other jobs, remained at Saint Mary's.
- Early 2026 — Arizona State parts ways with Bobby Hurley, leaving an open job.
- Monday (March 2026) — AP and other outlets report Bennett is set to become ASU head coach.
- Within 48 hours — ASU schedules introductory events and local reaction circulates regarding Bennett's hire and age.
News Intelligence
- If you're a basketball fan in Arizona, this is big news. Bennett's local roots and long coaching history could bring fresh energy to ASU's program. Keep an eye on upcoming games to see his impact.
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Arizona State University benefited by securing an experienced, locally connected head coach in Randy Bennett, a hire intended to stabilize and improve the men's basketball program after Bobby Hurley's departure.
Saint Mary's College suffered the loss of a long-tenured head coach, potentially disrupting program continuity, recruiting pipelines, and staff stability following Bennett's reported departure.
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