I feel like my entire life has been formed within these walls. Perhaps I’m departing prematurely; I can’t be certain,
An emotionally charged Mike Woodson expressed as his Indiana Hoosiers staged a remarkable comeback from being down by 10 points to secure a victory with a score of 66-60 over Ohio State in what was his last game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. His four-year tenure at Indiana has concluded for this former assistant coach from the 2004 NBA championship team. Now, the hunt for a new leader begins. However, can one easily replace someone who dedicated their entire essence to the Hoosiers?
It’s doubtful. According to Joe Tipton from On3 Sports, information suggests that Indiana University is searching for their next head coach following the departure of the experienced mentor behind notable talents such as Trayce Jackson-Davis and Jalen Hood-Schifino. They’ve narrowed down their choices to eight potential leaders. Seems straightforward enough, doesn’t it? Well, think again because challenges are cropping up almost immediately.
The leading candidate to take over for Coach Woodson at the top of the list is
was former student manager
And currently, Michigan’s head coach is Dusty May from Indiana. He recently extended his contract with the University of Michigan (UM), ensuring he will remain in Ann Arbor for some time. Although Iowa State’s TJ Otzelberger and Baylor’s Scott Drew were under consideration, both seem content with their present positions. It appears unlikely they would depart since they are experiencing significant achievements within their respective teams. Who could be up next then?
The Ole Miss head coach position had Chris Beard as one of the contenders; he previously worked with the renowned Bob Knight at Texas Tech. However, based on information from Tipton, it seems improbable that athletic director Scott Dolson would choose this path. The reason behind this hesitation stems from Beard’s problematic past, including an arrest tied to a serious felony charge. Unfortunately, his troubles do not end there.
Texas A&M’s Buzz Williams has been linked as well, though he doesn’t seem very interested. Although Creighton’s head coach, Greg McDermott, may have some curiosity about the position, it looks like Indiana hasn’t chased after him yet.
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Who exactly are they targeting? As per Tipton, there are two additional individuals of interest—Drake’s Ben McCollum and Clemson’s Brad Brownwell. McCollum, having won four Division II national championships with Northwest Missouri State, stepped into the role at Drake during the previous off-season. During his inaugural year, he guided the Bulldogs to clinch both the Missouri Valley Conference regular season title and tournament victory, thereby earning a place in the NCAA tournament!
Brad Brownell, hailing from Indiana, is also worth keeping an eye on. Since joining Clemson in 2010, he has steered the team to an Elite Eight berth last season. Ranked No. 10 in the current AP Poll, Brownell has demonstrated his capability to excel at the top tier of college basketball, positioning himself as a formidable candidate for the position. Athletic Director Scott Dolson acknowledges that despite this, much basketball remains before finalizing any decision. Meanwhile, Mike Woodson and his IU squad are preparing for the upcoming Big Ten Tournament. Let’s check out what they have planned.
What does the future hold for Mike Woodson and his team?
But ultimately, it’s not about me at present. The focus remains on our team and our effort to go to Indianapolis and aim for winning the Big Ten tournament,
said Mike Woodson
As he prepares to guide his team
In what would be his last Big Ten tournament as Indiana’s head coach.
After securing a ninth-place finish in the Big Ten with a 10-10 league record, The Hoosiers got a pass for the first round of the tournament. They’ll face off against the Oregon Ducks on March 13th at the historic Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This game promises to be challenging since the Ducks have won their last seven matches consecutively, presenting quite the obstacle. Adding fuel to the fire, Indiana lost when they faced each other previously, giving them added incentive for this rematch.
Woodson understands that his team’s success in the NCAA Tournament significantly influences their March Madness prospects. Given their 4-12 performance against Quad 1 opponents, Indiana faces an uphill battle. Nonetheless, with a flawless 15-0 record against Quad 2 through 4 teams, they aim to leverage this momentum during the championship march. A robust showing in the tournament might secure Coach Mike Woodson additional game opportunities down the line. Keep watching for further developments!
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