
Sun Belt Announces Three New Head Coaches for 2026‑27 Basketball Season
The conference welcomes fresh leadership as experienced assistants assume head‑coaching roles at three member institutions, promising continued competitiveness.
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The conference welcomes fresh leadership as experienced assistants assume head‑coaching roles at three member institutions, promising continued competitiveness.

Mark Byington, mentored by Bobby Cremins, has led Vanderbilt to two NCAA Tournament berths, a top‑four SEC finish and a No. 5 seed, while earning 17 weeks in the AP Top 25.

Vanderbilt announced the hiring of Rodney Terry, a former Texas coach and ESPN analyst, to round out its basketball staff ahead of a scheduled SEC showdown with Texas in the 2026‑27 season.

Terry's hiring replaces Jon Cremins and adds a seasoned strategist to Vanderbilt's basketball program.
Vanderbilt announced three new staff members on May 11, expanding the coaching team under Mark Byington, who returns for his third season after consecutive NCAA tournament appearances.
The university announced on May 11 the appointments of an experienced assistant coach, a recruiting director, and a returning head coach, signaling a strategic push to sustain momentum.