Edwind McGhee, who spent four seasons at the helm of North Park University’s men’s basketball program, has announced his move to an NCAA Division I institution as an assistant coach.
During his tenure in the Chicago suburbs, McGhee transformed the Vikings into a consistent contender, delivering back‑to‑back winning seasons and guiding the team to consecutive top‑four finishes in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin.
The program’s offensive output surged under his guidance, with the 2025‑26 campaign producing an average of 85.7 points per game — the highest scoring average since the late 1980s.
A Legacy of Growth
Director of Athletics John Born praised McGhee’s leadership, noting that the coach “has left an indelible mark on the university community and helped chart a new era of competitiveness for North Park basketball.”
In a statement, McGhee expressed gratitude for his years at North Park, citing the relationships forged with players, staff and fans as the foundation of his decision to pursue the next chapter.
Born confirmed that a national search for a new head coach will commence promptly, as the university works to build on the momentum McGhee helped create.