Kevin Willard Leaves Maryland for Villanova as Head Coach

Kevin Willard has been appointed as the William B. Finneran Endowed Head Coach of Men's Basketball at Villanova University, marking a significant shift in his coaching career. Previously serving as the head coach for Maryland's men's basketball team, Willard's move to Villanova was announced following a successful tenure at Maryland.

The transition comes at a pivotal time for both universities. Maryland is now on the hunt for a new head coach, with names like Texas A&M's Buzz Williams being floated as potential candidates. Willard's departure from Maryland was unexpected but is seen as a strategic move to lead Villanova, a program with a storied basketball history.

Willard's new role at Villanova not only brings a fresh perspective to the team but also sets the stage for an exciting new chapter in his coaching journey. His experience and leadership are expected to contribute significantly to Villanova's basketball program, which is eager to build on its legacy.

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Did Kevin Willard leave Maryland?

After weeks of speculation, Maryland men's basketball's Kevin Willard agreed to become Villanova's next head coach, the program confirmed Sunday. Willard, 49, spent the last three seasons in College Park, accumulating a 65-29 record.

Is Kevin Willard going to Villanova?

VILLANOVA, Pa., - Kevin Willard, who has posted 335 victories across 17 seasons as a head coach and led teams to seven NCAA Tournaments, has been named the William B. Finneran Endowed Head Men's Basketball Coach at Villanova University.

Where did Kevin Willard coach?

SAN FRANCISCO -- Amid speculation he is the top target for Villanova's opening, Maryland men's basketball coach Kevin Willard was noncommittal about his future with the Terrapins after they were eliminated by Florida in the Sweet 16 on Thursday night. 'I don't know what I'm doing,' he said.

Why did Kevin Willard leave Maryland?

He's also fleeing from a situation that, largely of his own doing, had gotten exceedingly toxic as the NCAA Tournament continued. With Willard's business being so out in the open, he became a pariah for Maryland supporters.

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