LSU rehiring Will Wade after firing Matt McMahon
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Baton Rouge — LSU announced Thursday it has parted ways with coach Matt McMahon and moved to rehire former head coach Will Wade, who coached LSU from 2017 to 2022 and most recently led NC State during the 2025–26 season before reports of a move surfaced.
The rehiring follows Wade’s prior dismissal amid a recruiting investigation and his subsequent wins at McNeese; the reported NC State buyout was cited and NC State AD Boo Corrigan publicly criticized the departure, with LSU adding staff member Heath Schroyer as part of the coaching changes.
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Timeline
- 1. 2017–2022: Will Wade serves as LSU head coach; fired in 2022 amid recruiting investigation.
- 2. 2023–2025: Wade coaches McNeese State, leading consecutive NCAA tournament appearances.
- 3. 2025–26 season: Wade coaches NC State; team loses opening NCAA tournament game to Texas.
- 4. March 26: LSU fires Matt McMahon and moves to rehire Will Wade from NC State.
- 5. March 26: NC State AD Boo Corrigan publicly criticizes the decision and signals a coaching search.
Why it matters
LSU's decision to rehire Wade, despite previous controversies, could impact the team's reputation and performance. If you're an LSU fan, this could affect the team's future games. Keep an eye on how Wade's return influences the team's dynamics and results.
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