UTRGV appoints Kahil Fennell, former BYU assistant coach, as the new head coach for men's basketball, following successful seasons with BYU.

By the Numbers
  • BYU achieved 23 wins in the past season, made the NCAA Tournament, and ranked No. 16 in KenPom rankings with the No. 9 offense.
  • Fennell contributed to BYU's 19 wins in his first season and coached the wing position group.
Yes, But

No significant counterarguments or complexities have been reported.

State of Play
  • Fennell will be introduced at a press conference on April 10 at 3 p.m. at the UTRGV Fieldhouse.
  • His hiring aims to bring success on and off the court to the basketball program and engage the community effectively.
What's Next

Fennell is expected to lead UTRGV towards a championship and build excitement around the basketball program, aiming for success in the Southland Conference.

Bottom Line

Fennell's appointment brings optimism for UTRGV Athletics, with expectations of success and community engagement under his leadership, signaling a new era for Vaqueros basketball.