UNC men's basketball program formally announces 2026-27 staff
Michael Malone brings plenty of experience and excitement into his first year as UNC's head basketball coach. Meet the rest of Malone's first staff.
The University of North Carolina men's basketball program has announced its staff for the 2026-27 season. After retaining fan favorites, the Tar Heels added several new faces to their coaching roster. General Manager Jim Tanner will remain on staff, while Chuck Martin joins as associate head coach. Assistant coaches Sean May, Brandon Robinson, Jorge Sanz, Pat Sullivan, and Bryan Tibaldi will round out the coaching staff.
Deon Thompson, Eric Hoots, Jonas Sahratian, Doug Halverson, Kiersten Steinbacher, and Thomas Malone (no relation) have been appointed to key positions such as Director of Player Development, Director of Operations, Director of Strength and Conditioning, Athletic Trainer, Assistant to the Director of Operations, and Video Coordinator, respectively.
The team's non-conference schedule is loaded with high-profile matchups against Georgia, West Virginia, Arkansas, NC State, Kentucky, and Illinois. With an experienced staff and roster, UNC basketball enthusiasts hope the team can return to its winning ways and potentially capture another National Championship.
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