Todd May has officially left his position as head men's basketball coach at D2 Concord University to join the Akron basketball staff as an assistant coach. Over his decade-long tenure at Concord, May became the third-winningest coach in the program's history, achieving 152 victories. He previously served as an assistant coach and played a pivotal role in leading the team to its first NCAA Division II tournament appearance in over two decades. His departure marks a significant transition for Concord, which will now search for a new head coach.

By the Numbers
  • 152 wins in 10 seasons at Concord University.
  • Led Concord to the NCAA Division II Tournament for the first time since 1997.
  • Three consecutive conference tournament semifinals, a first since 1994-98.
  • 22 wins in the 2023-24 season, the third-most in program history.
State of Play
  • Todd May transitions from a successful decade at Concord to Akron's Division I program.
  • Akron has a strong recent history, making the NCAA Tournament three times in the last four years.
  • Concord begins a national search for a new head coach as they prepare for their next season.
What's Next

Concord will likely prioritize finding a head coach who can maintain momentum and build on the recent successes achieved under May. Akron may see a continuation of their winning ways with May's experience enhancing their coaching staff. Future recruiting strategies will be pivotal for both programs moving forward.

Bottom Line

Todd May's departure underscores the opportunities for career advancement available in coaching, highlighting the importance for programs like Concord to adapt and build new leadership structures. This transition period may prove crucial in shaping the future competitive landscape for both Concord and Akron basketball.