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CBB HC carousel influences competition as much as player transfer portal


Published on 2025-03-30 19:05:27 - Yardbarker
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  • The player transfer portal is by far the biggest disturbance to the college athletics system but coaching changes may be the most under-recognized cause.

The article from MSN discusses how the coaching carousel in college basketball has a significant impact on team performance and dynamics, often as much as the player transfer portal. It highlights that the frequent changes in head coaches can lead to a lack of stability, affecting team culture, recruitment, and on-court strategies. Coaches like Rick Pitino moving to St. John’s and Ed Cooley to Georgetown are cited as examples where new leadership aims to revitalize programs. The article points out that while the transfer portal allows players to move freely, the coaching changes can disrupt team chemistry and development, sometimes leading to a mass exodus of players or a complete overhaul of the roster. This fluidity in both coaching and player movement adds an unpredictable element to college basketball, influencing competition levels and team success.

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