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LSU Rehires Will Wade as Men's Basketball Coach

3/27/2026

Summary

Story summary

LSU will rehire Will Wade, the head coach of LSU men's basketball, returning to a program he led from 2017 to 2022.
Wade was fired from LSU over NCAA violations.
He rebuilt his reputation at McNeese State and then moved to NC State, where he finished with a 20-14 record.
LSU's athletic director welcomed the return, noting the program's struggles since his exit and Wade's winning track record.

History

Historical Context

In 1989, the NCAA enacted stricter regulations to combat rampant cheating in college sports, following scandals like those involving the University of Miami's football program. These reforms, including the "death penalty" for repeat violators, aimed to enhance accountability. The ongoing impact of these changes is evident in cases like Will Wade's termination at LSU, reflecting persistent challenges in maintaining integrity within collegiate athletics.

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Story summary

LSU will rehire Will Wade, the head coach of LSU men's basketball, returning to a program he led from 2017 to 2022.
Wade was fired from LSU over NCAA violations.
He rebuilt his reputation at McNeese State and then moved to NC State, where he finished with a 20-14 record.
LSU's athletic director welcomed the return, noting the program's struggles since his exit and Wade's winning track record.

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