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The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is evaluating a shortlist of candidates to replace Chris McIntosh, with Arizona’s Desiree Reed‑Francois among the names considered, though her deep ties to the Wildcats make her selection uncertain.
The Wildcats' 2026 Final Four run, Lloyd's contract extension, and the program's long‑term vision.
Arizona’s men’s basketball program, led by Tommy Lloyd, broke a 25‑year drought with a 2026 Final Four appearance, posting a 148‑36 record in his first five seasons and setting an ambitious goal of five Final Fours in ten years.
Jackson Francois, a University of Arizona alumnus, serves as head boys basketball coach at Walden Grove and offensive coordinator for Sahuaro’s football team, aiming to build winning programs and eventually become a football agent.
After a rocky first year, coach Brent Brennan guided the Arizona Wildcats to a 9‑3 record, a Holiday Bowl berth and record‑breaking performances by quarterback Noah Fifita. With key recruits from Texas and contract extensions for Brennan, Seth Doege and Danny Gonzales, the program looks to sustain its upward trajectory.