UConn Assistant Coach Luke Murray Departs After National Title Game

Murray takes head coaching job at Boston College after helping Huskies reach championship

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:00am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented, multi-angled view of a basketball game, with sharp planes of navy, green, and orange representing the dynamic action on the court.The departure of assistant coach Luke Murray marks the end of an era for the UConn men's basketball program as they compete for a national title.Boston Today

Luke Murray, an assistant coach for the University of Connecticut men's basketball team, will be leaving his role after the Huskies compete in the national championship game against Michigan. Murray was recently hired as the new head coach for the Boston College Eagles, marking the end of his tenure with the UConn program.

Why it matters

Murray has been a key part of UConn's coaching staff during their run to the national title game, helping to develop players and devise game plans. His departure will leave a void that the Huskies will need to fill as they look to defend their championship next season.

The details

Murray joined the UConn staff in 2021 after previously serving as an assistant at Xavier University. In his five seasons with the Huskies, he has played an integral role in the team's success, including their current NCAA tournament run. His move to Boston College represents a significant career advancement, as he takes over a program that is looking to rebuild and return to prominence in the ACC.

  • Murray was hired as the new head coach at Boston College last month.
  • The national championship game between UConn and Michigan will take place on April 7, 2026.

The players

Luke Murray

The outgoing assistant coach for the University of Connecticut men's basketball team, who was recently hired as the new head coach at Boston College.

University of Connecticut

The men's basketball program that Murray has been a part of, reaching the national championship game in 2026.

Boston College

The college basketball program that hired Murray as their new head coach, taking him away from his assistant role at UConn.

Michigan

The opponent that UConn will face in the 2026 national championship game, Murray's final game as an assistant coach for the Huskies.

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What they’re saying

“Luke has been an invaluable member of our coaching staff, and we're grateful for his contributions to our program's success. We wish him all the best in his new role at Boston College.”

— Dan Hurley, Head Coach, University of Connecticut

“I'm excited to take on this new challenge at Boston College and build a program that can compete at the highest level. UConn has been a special place, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to coach in the national championship game one last time.”

— Luke Murray

What’s next

Murray will officially begin his tenure as the head coach at Boston College following the conclusion of the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament.

The takeaway

Murray's departure from UConn represents a bittersweet moment, as the Huskies lose a key member of their coaching staff but Murray gets the chance to take over his own program at Boston College. His final game with the team will be the national championship, providing a fitting end to his time in Storrs.