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Belmont Coach Casey Alexander Set to Lead Kansas State
Alexander, a 10-year winner at Belmont, will take over the Wildcats' men's basketball program.
Mar. 13, 2026 at 3:49am
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Belmont head coach Casey Alexander is expected to be named the new men's basketball coach at Kansas State, sources told ESPN. Alexander has led the Bruins to 10 consecutive 20-win seasons and three regular-season conference titles. He will replace Jerome Tang, who was fired last month after four seasons at the helm of the Wildcats.
Why it matters
The move represents a major coaching change for both programs. Alexander has built Belmont into a consistent winner, while Kansas State is looking to revive its struggling men's basketball team. The Wildcats have not made the NCAA Tournament since 2019 and are hoping Alexander can restore the program to its former success.
The details
In seven seasons at Belmont, Alexander compiled a 166-60 record and won three regular-season conference championships. He helped transition the program from the Ohio Valley Conference to the Missouri Valley. Prior to Belmont, Alexander spent six seasons as the head coach at Lipscomb, leading the Bisons to the NCAA Tournament in 2018.
- On March 13, 2026, sources told ESPN that Alexander is expected to be named the new head coach at Kansas State.
- Alexander has been the head coach at Belmont for the past seven seasons, since 2019.
The players
Casey Alexander
The head coach at Belmont for the past seven seasons, where he has led the Bruins to 10 consecutive 20-win seasons and three regular-season conference titles.
Jerome Tang
The former head coach of the Kansas State Wildcats, who was fired last month after four seasons with the program.
What’s next
Alexander will need to evaluate the current Kansas State roster and determine which players, if any, from his Belmont team might join him in Manhattan. He will also need to quickly assemble a coaching staff and begin recruiting for the upcoming season.
The takeaway
The hiring of Casey Alexander represents a significant investment in the Kansas State men's basketball program, as the school looks to return to the NCAA Tournament and compete for Big 12 titles. Alexander's proven track record of success at Belmont suggests he has the experience and coaching ability to turn the Wildcats around.
