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UMKC Hires Mark Turgeon to Lead Men’s Basketball Starting in 2026–27

A Topeka native with 10 NCAA appearances, he will be introduced after the season.

Nov 17, 2021; College Park, Maryland, USA; Maryland Terrapins head coach Mark Turgeon looks onto the court during the second half against the George Mason Patriots at Xfinity Center. Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
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In his first public comments since stepping down as Maryland men’s basketball coach last December, Mark Turgeon said that he is content with his career and the door is “mostly closed” for a return to coaching.
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Overview

  • The university announced Turgeon as its next head coach with his tenure beginning in the 2026–27 season, while Marvin Menzies completes 2025–26.
  • Multiple outlets report Turgeon agreed to a five-year deal, though UMKC has not released contract terms.
  • A UMKC spokesperson said the introductory press conference will follow the Roos’ season, with staff details to be finalized then.
  • Turgeon previously led Jacksonville State, Wichita State, Texas A&M and Maryland and owns a 476–275 career record after leaving Maryland in December 2021 by mutual agreement.
  • Kansas City is 4–18 this season and has never reached the NCAA Tournament at the Division I level, and athletic director Brandon Martin spearheaded the hire that leverages Turgeon’s Midwest ties.