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Clemson Assistant Joins Eagles as Head Coach
18 Mar
Summary
- Billy Donlon departs Clemson to become Eastern Michigan's head coach.
- Donlon brings a 155-133 head coaching record from previous roles.
- Clemson, 24-10, heads to NCAA Tournament after his departure.
Clemson men's basketball is experiencing a significant change on its coaching staff as associate head coach Billy Donlon has accepted the head coaching position at Eastern Michigan University. Donlon, who joined Clemson's staff in 2022, was instrumental in the program's consistency and multiple NCAA Tournament appearances.
Clemson head coach Brad Brownell expressed his support for Donlon, citing a long-standing relationship that began decades ago. Donlon brings extensive head coaching experience to Eastern Michigan, having previously led Wright State and Kansas City to a combined 155-133 record.
He takes over an Eastern Michigan program seeking a new direction after a 10-21 season. Meanwhile, the Clemson Tigers, with a 24-10 record, are focused on their upcoming NCAA Tournament first-round matchup against Iowa on Friday.
