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Saint Louis Coach No Longer Candidate for NC State Job
Josh Schertz signed a new contract extension with the Billikens after leading them to the NCAA Tournament
Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:25pm
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Saint Louis head coach Josh Schertz is no longer a candidate for the head coaching vacancy at NC State, according to reports. Schertz had reportedly met with the Wolfpack to discuss the opening earlier this weekend, but has since signed a six-year, $22 million contract extension to remain with the Billikens program.
Why it matters
Schertz had emerged as a top candidate for the NC State job after leading Saint Louis to a NCAA Tournament appearance and first-round win as a No. 9 seed. His decision to stay with the Billikens is a significant development in the Wolfpack's ongoing coaching search.
The details
Schertz has been the head coach at Saint Louis since 2016 and has steadily built the program into an Atlantic 10 contender. This past season, he guided the Billikens to a 23-12 record and their first NCAA Tournament berth since 2014.
- Schertz met with NC State officials over the weekend to discuss the head coaching vacancy.
- On March 29, 2026, Schertz signed a new six-year, $22 million contract extension to remain the head coach at Saint Louis.
The players
Josh Schertz
The head coach of the Saint Louis Billikens men's basketball team since 2016, leading them to the NCAA Tournament this past season.
NC State
The public research university in Raleigh, North Carolina that currently has a head coaching vacancy for their men's basketball program.
What they’re saying
“Saint Louis head coach Josh Schertz is no longer a candidate for the head coaching vacancy at NC State, according to CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein.”
— Jon Rothstein, CBS Sports Reporter
What’s next
NC State will continue its search for a new head coach after Schertz withdrew his name from consideration.
The takeaway
Schertz's decision to sign a long-term extension with Saint Louis is a significant win for the Billikens program, as they were able to retain their successful head coach despite interest from a major conference program like NC State.
