Wright State University has announced a contract extension for Clint Sargent, the Horizon League Coach of the Year, that will keep him at the helm of the Raiders’ men’s basketball program through the 2030‑31 season. The move comes on the heels of a historic 2025‑26 campaign that featured a championship sweep, a dramatic NCAA Tournament victory and a wave of national attention.
A Season of Firsts
The Raiders captured both the regular‑season and tournament titles in the Horizon League, completing a sweep that underscored the team’s dominance. Their run culminated in a first‑round upset of Virginia, a game that drew the most‑watched opening week in NCAA Tournament history and highlighted the program’s rising profile.
Sargent’s tenure has been marked by six Horizon League championships and multiple NCAA Tournament berths, including a memorable First Four victory over Bryant in 2022. The 2025‑26 season produced a 23‑win record, the 15th time the Raiders have eclipsed the 20‑win mark since moving to Division I, and cemented Sargent’s reputation as a builder of championship cultures.
Leadership Praise
Brad Chandler, director of athletics, said Sargent has built momentum and positioned the program for continued success while President Sue Edwards praised his commitment to student‑athlete development and championship culture. Both leaders emphasized the university’s confidence that Sargent can sustain the Raiders’ upward trajectory.
Looking ahead, the extension signals a long‑term commitment to defending the Horizon League crowns and expanding the program’s national presence, with Sargent poised to guide Wright State toward even greater achievements on the court.