Cincinnati hires Jerrod Calhoun: Utah State coach heads back to lead alma mater
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Key Points:
- Jerrod Calhoun has agreed in writing to become the new head coach at Cincinnati, with a public announcement expected within 24 hours.
- Calhoun, a Cincinnati alum, is coming off two successful NCAA Tournament seasons with Utah State, finishing 29-7 this year and signing a six-year contract with the Bearcats.
- He posted a 55-15 record over two seasons at Utah State and follows a trend of coaches using that program as a stepping stone to power-conference jobs.
- Calhoun was Cincinnati's top target after firing Wes Miller, and he declined other potential opportunities, including Kansas State, to return to his alma mater.
- The 44-year-old has strong ties to former Cincinnati coach Bob Huggins and holds a career record of 297-159, including previous coaching stints at Fairmount State and Youngstown State.
