Date: March 21, 2025
Key Highlights:
- Appointment: Chris Beard has been officially named the head coach of the University of Mississippi’s (Ole Miss) men’s basketball team as of March 13, 2023.
- Coaching Background: Beard brings a wealth of experience, having previously led teams at Texas, Texas Tech, Little Rock, Angelo State, and McMurry. Notably, he guided Texas Tech to the 2019 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship Game and was honored as the 2019 AP National Coach of the Year.
- Recent Performance: Under Beard’s leadership, the Ole Miss Rebels have secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament. They are set to face the North Carolina Tar Heels in the first round.
- Upcoming Matchup: The Rebels’ upcoming game against North Carolina is highly anticipated, with both teams preparing rigorously for the NCAA Tournament first-round matchup.
