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New Coach Malone Hires Veteran Chuck Martin in NC

4/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

North Carolina's new basketball coach Michael Malone is set to hire Chuck Martin as his associate head coach.
Chuck Martin has more than 25 years of coaching experience and previously worked at Arkansas under John Calipari, with a strong recruiting track record.
Malone emphasized the need for a staff with extensive connections to boost recruiting, noting that the hire is his first action since taking over after Hubert Davis left.

History

Historical Context

The University of North Carolina's basketball legacy began in 1953 when it joined the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Under coach Dean Smith, the Tar Heels won the NCAA Championship in 1982, featuring future NBA stars like Michael Jordan. Michael Malone's recent hiring of Chuck Martin reflects a commitment to recruiting talent, aiming to restore the program's prominence in collegiate basketball.

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Story summary

North Carolina's new basketball coach Michael Malone is set to hire Chuck Martin as his associate head coach.
Chuck Martin has more than 25 years of coaching experience and previously worked at Arkansas under John Calipari, with a strong recruiting track record.
Malone emphasized the need for a staff with extensive connections to boost recruiting, noting that the hire is his first action since taking over after Hubert Davis left.

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