Sean Miller Named New Texas Longhorns Men’s Basketball Coach

In a significant shakeup for Texas Longhorns basketball, Sean Miller has been appointed as the new head coach, replacing Rodney Terry. This move comes after the university decided to part ways with Terry following a season that did not meet the expectations set for the team.

Miller, who previously coached at Xavier University, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record to Austin. His hiring was announced by Texas Longhorns' athletic director Chris Del Conte, who expressed enthusiasm about Miller's potential to elevate the program to new heights.

The decision to fire Terry and hire Miller has stirred discussions among fans and analysts, given the contrasting coaching styles and philosophies. Terry, in a statement released alongside Del Conte, thanked the university for the opportunity and wished the Longhorns success under new leadership.

This coaching change is seen as a strategic move by Texas to bolster its men's basketball program, aiming to compete more effectively in the fiercely competitive landscape of college basketball.

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Texas basketball hires Xavier's Sean Miller to replace Rodney Terry, per reports. One era of Texas basketball came to an end on Sunday, and another appears ready to be started.

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University of Texas head coach Rodney Terry has been fired. The firing follows a disappointing loss in the NCAA Tournament's play-in game. Terry went 40-29 in two full seasons as head coach.

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