Miami University Locks in Coach Travis Steele Through 2034
Miami University announced today that head coach Travis Steele has signed a contract extension that will keep him at the helm of the RedHawks through the 2033‑34 season, cementing his role as the architect of a program that has surged to new heights.
Under Steele’s guidance, the RedHawks completed an undefeated regular season, the first such feat for the school this century, finishing with a program‑record 32 victories that matched the Mid‑American Conference’s benchmark for wins in a single year.
Record‑Breaking Campaign
The team climbed to its highest national ranking since 1978, reaching No. 19 in the polls, and captured the MAC regular‑season championship for the first time since 2005, while also securing an at‑large berth to the NCAA Tournament — a milestone not seen since 1999.
Steele’s achievements have been recognized by the basketball community, earning him the NABC Division I East District Coach of the Year honor and a spot as a semifinalist for the Naismith Coach of the Year award.
Among the standout performers, senior guard Peter Suder was crowned MAC Player of the Year and became a finalist for the prestigious Lou Henson Award, while redshirt sophomore wing Brant Byers earned All‑MAC Second Team honors.
Veteran forwards Eian Elmer, Luke Skaljac and Antwone Woolfolk contributed depth and experience, reinforcing the squad’s competitiveness throughout the campaign.
Looking Ahead
The administration’s optimism reflects a broader excitement across Oxford, Ohio, where fans and alumni alike anticipate a continued rise for a program that has become a model of consistency and competitiveness in the Mid‑American Conference.
Director of Athletics David Sayler expressed confidence that Steele’s leadership will guide the program into its next chapter, including the planned opening of a state‑of‑the‑art arena in 2028.