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Arizona State Set to Dismiss Coach Bobby Hurley

3/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Arizona State University is expected to part ways with Bobby Hurley, the Sun Devils' head men's basketball coach, after the current season.
Hurley has led the program for 11 seasons and posted a 184-166 record.
During his tenure, the Sun Devils made the NCAA Tournament three times but never advanced.
This season, the Sun Devils are 16-15 and likely will not qualify for the NCAA Tournament.

History

Historical Context

In 1975, the NCAA expanded its basketball tournament from 25 to 32 teams, allowing multiple entries from the same conference for the first time. This change followed earlier controversies, such as Marquette's 1970 NIT victory after declining an NCAA bid. Arizona State University, under Bobby Hurley, recorded a 184-166 record over 11 seasons, highlighting the challenges many programs face in a competitive landscape.

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Story summary

Arizona State University is expected to part ways with Bobby Hurley, the Sun Devils' head men's basketball coach, after the current season.
Hurley has led the program for 11 seasons and posted a 184-166 record.
During his tenure, the Sun Devils made the NCAA Tournament three times but never advanced.
This season, the Sun Devils are 16-15 and likely will not qualify for the NCAA Tournament.

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