Villanova University announced this week that Kyle Tarp will join its men's basketball program as the new director of sports performance, bringing a decade and a half of expertise to the role.
A Strategic Addition to Villanova's Coaching Staff
Tarp spent 15 seasons at the University of Maryland, where he served as the Terrapins' strength and conditioning coach, a period marked by his work with a host of NBA prospects, including Kevin Huerter, Bruno Fernando, Alex Len, Jalen Smith and Aaron Wiggins.
His departure comes after Buzz Williams took over the Maryland program and chose not to retain Tarp, a decision that ended one of the longest‑running staff tenures in recent Terrapins history.
Villanova head coach Kevin Willard praised Tarp's knowledge and experience, describing him as an elite performance coach whose approach has helped shape the physical development of numerous professional athletes.
In a related move, Maryland has named Marshall Repp, a former trainer with the Navy SEALS, to fill the vacancy left by Tarp, positioning him to lead the Terrapins' physical preparation for a pivotal season under Williams.
The reshuffling reflects a broader trend of former Maryland staff members finding new homes at Villanova, underscoring the program's growing influence in the coaching carousel.