Home / Sports / Bearcats Basketball Parts Ways With Wes Miller
Bearcats Basketball Parts Ways With Wes Miller
20 Mar
Summary
- Wes Miller's contract with Cincinnati ended via a financial agreement.
- Miller received a $3.1 million lump sum buyout payment.
- A national search for Cincinnati's next head coach is underway.
The University of Cincinnati has officially concluded its tenure with head basketball coach Wes Miller, announcing a separation agreement effective immediately on Thursday. This move allows Miller to explore new coaching positions while securing a reported $3.1 million buyout payment, a significantly reduced sum compared to his original contract terms.
Miller, who finished his time at UC with a 100-74 record, stands as the ninth-winningest coach in the program's history. His departure marks the beginning of a national search for the 29th head coach to lead the Bearcats.
Miller reflected on his tenure, expressing pride in the team's competitiveness despite significant challenges, including ongoing lawsuits, player subpoenas on game days, the introduction of NIL, the transfer portal, and a conference move to the Big 12. He believes the program is now on a sustainable path forward.
Industry speculation suggests Miller may be heading to the Charlotte 49ers, while Cincinnati is reportedly considering Utah State's Jerrod Calhoun as a potential replacement.
