Overview
- The university announced the dismissal Friday, two days after a 72-62 first-round OVC tournament loss to Lindenwood that capped a 12-20 season.
- Little Rock was the preseason pick to win the 11-team OVC but finished seventh with a 9-11 league record.
- Cuervo said the program requires comprehensive change and set expectations to contend for UAC championships and secure NCAA Tournament berths.
- A national search for Walker’s successor will begin immediately, according to the school’s statement.
- Walker compiled a 113-133 record with two regular-season titles and Coach of the Year honors in 2020 (Sun Belt) and 2024 (OVC), but he did not reach the NCAA Tournament as Little Rock’s coach.