Adrian Autry Fired as Head Coach of Syracuse Men’s Basketball
Adrian Autry was fired as head coach of Syracuse men’s basketball on March 11, 2026, after a disappointing tenure that saw him compile a record of 49 wins and 48 losses over three seasons.
During Autry’s time at the helm, Syracuse failed to reach the NCAA tournament, a significant concern for a program with a storied history that includes six Final Fours and a national championship in 2003. Autry’s first season was promising, featuring a 20-win campaign and 11 victories in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), but subsequent seasons did not meet expectations.
The 2025-26 season ended with Syracuse finishing at 15-17, including a 6-12 record in the ACC. This marked the continuation of a troubling trend, as the team has not made the NCAA tournament since 2021.
Autry, who played under legendary coach Jim Boeheim from 1990 to 1994 and later served as an assistant coach for 12 years, expressed his disappointment in the results during his tenure. “I don’t shy away from the job that I did. I’m harder on myself than anybody. I didn’t get the results that we wanted,” he stated.
John Wildhack, Syracuse’s athletic director, acknowledged the need for change and emphasized the importance of the program’s legacy. “We are going to move quickly and with purpose,” he said, adding, “This is one of the most storied programs in college basketball, and we intend to hire a proven winner who will build on that legacy.”
Autry was appointed head coach in March 2023, succeeding Boeheim after his 47-year tenure. The transition was seen as a significant moment for the program, but the lack of postseason success ultimately led to Autry’s dismissal.
As Syracuse University begins its search for a new head coach, observers are keen to see who will be chosen to lead the program moving forward. The next hire will be critical in restoring the team’s competitive edge and returning to NCAA tournament contention.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding potential candidates for the head coach position, but the urgency for a strategic and impactful hire is clear.
