Kahil Fennell has left his position as head men's basketball coach at UTRGV to take over at Western Michigan. In his two seasons, Fennell led the Vaqueros to a 35-29 record, marking a successful tenure and tying for the second most wins for a head coach in their first two seasons in the program. UTRGV enjoyed significant support at home, ranking in the top five for attendance in the Southland Conference, and achieved multiple program milestones during his leadership, including setting records in conference wins and KenPom rankings.

By the Numbers
  • Fennell's record at UTRGV: 35 wins and 29 losses.
  • UTRGV had a total of 14 Southland Conference wins, a program record.
  • The team achieved a 3.19 GPA, their highest in over 10 years.
State of Play
  • UTRGV is conducting a national search for its next head coach.
  • The program has built a strong foundation and is confident in future recruitment due to recent successes.
What's Next

As UTRGV searches for a new head coach, the focus will be on finding someone to maintain the momentum created under Fennell. Incoming candidates will need to sustain the current investment and support in the program while building on recent achievements.

Bottom Line

Fennell's departure marks a pivotal moment for UTRGV men's basketball, with opportunities for growth and new leadership ahead. The program's recent successes and facilities improvements position it as an attractive destination for potential head coach candidates.