The University of Virginia men’s basketball team will be under new leadership next season, with the athletics department opting not to retain interim Head Coach Ron Sanchez, as announced March 12.
Sanchez was thrust into the job on October 15, when longtime head coach Tony Bennett retired months after signing a contract extension. Sanchez led the Hoos to a 15-17 record for 2024-25, which was his 11th season with UVA.
“I am grateful to Coach Sanchez for accepting this role during such a critical time for the program,” said UVA Athletics Director Carla Williams. “Ron is the ultimate professional because he cares deeply about this program and this university. … Ron and the staff provided great stability, guidance, and support for the young men on the team, and we are thankful for his commitment to UVA and the values that are foundational to Virginia men’s basketball.”
At press time, the university had not announced who will lead the men’s basketball team this fall.
After one season as UVA’s interim head men’s basketball coach, Ron Sanchez will not get the full-time gig. Photo via UVA Athletics Communications.
