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Bruce Pearl Retires; Son Steven Named Auburn Basketball Coach

9/24/2025

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Summary

Pearl Departs, Son Ascends

Bruce Pearl retires as Auburn men's basketball head coach after 11 seasons and becomes an ambassador within Auburn's athletic department.
Steven Pearl, Bruce Pearl's son, is promoted to head coach on a five-year contract.
Bruce Pearl is Auburn's winningest coach, leading two Final Fours and six NCAA tournament appearances.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA's "one-and-done" rule, established in 1992, allowed college basketball players to enter the NBA Draft after one year, reshaping college programs like Auburn University. Bruce Pearl, who became the winningest coach in Auburn history with two Final Four appearances, retired in 2025, passing the reins to his son, Steven Pearl, marking a significant transition in the program's legacy.

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Pearl Departs, Son Ascends

Bruce Pearl retires as Auburn men's basketball head coach after 11 seasons and becomes an ambassador within Auburn's athletic department.
Steven Pearl, Bruce Pearl's son, is promoted to head coach on a five-year contract.
Bruce Pearl is Auburn's winningest coach, leading two Final Fours and six NCAA tournament appearances.

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