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Charlotte Hires Wes Miller as Men's Basketball Coach

3/23/2026

Summary

Story summary

Wes Miller, the new head men's basketball coach at Charlotte, was hired after Aaron Fearne, the former coach, was dismissed following three seasons without NCAA appearances.
Miller previously coached at Cincinnati and UNC Greensboro, posting a 100-74 record at Cincinnati and guiding UNC Greensboro to two NCAA tournaments.
He signed a five-year contract with Charlotte, and Athletic Director Kevin White praised his leadership and vision for a championship culture.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA has seen increasing coaching turnover since 2015, with programs like Cincinnati and UNC Greensboro making frequent changes. Aaron Fearne's firing from Charlotte after three seasons without NCAA appearances reflects the pressure on coaches. The hiring of Wes Miller, who had a 100-74 record at Cincinnati, underscores the trend of prioritizing experienced leaders to enhance competitive success in college basketball.

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Story summary

Wes Miller, the new head men's basketball coach at Charlotte, was hired after Aaron Fearne, the former coach, was dismissed following three seasons without NCAA appearances.
Miller previously coached at Cincinnati and UNC Greensboro, posting a 100-74 record at Cincinnati and guiding UNC Greensboro to two NCAA tournaments.
He signed a five-year contract with Charlotte, and Athletic Director Kevin White praised his leadership and vision for a championship culture.

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