Former Michigan State assistant coach Mark Montgomery has been hired as the head coach at Detroit Mercy, bidding farewell to the Spartan basketball program once again.

By the Numbers
  • Montgomery served as an assistant coach for Detroit Mercy during the 2021 season.
  • He had two separate stints as an assistant on Tom Izzo's Michigan State staff, the longest being from 2001 to 2011.
Yes, But

While Michigan State is losing an important asset in Montgomery, head coach Tom Izzo has expressed his support and excitement for Montgomery's new opportunity at Detroit Mercy.

State of Play
  • Mark Montgomery has previously served as head coach at Northern Illinois.
  • Montgomery's return to Detroit Mercy marks the end of his most recent stint with Izzo's staff since rejoining in 2021.
What's Next

Montgomery's departure creates a coaching vacancy on Michigan State's staff, with potential implications for the team's future dynamics and recruitment strategies.

Bottom Line

Mark Montgomery's move to Detroit Mercy signifies a new chapter in his coaching career, bringing changes to both Michigan State and Detroit Mercy's basketball programs.