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Hubert Davis Out as UNC Basketball Coach
Longtime Tar Heel assistant coach unable to sustain success in five seasons as head coach
Mar. 25, 2026 at 3:27am
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The University of North Carolina has announced that Hubert Davis has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the Tar Heels men's basketball program. Davis, a former UNC player and longtime assistant coach, struggled to maintain consistency during his five seasons at the helm, failing to build on an appearance in the 2022 national championship game in his debut season.
Why it matters
UNC basketball is one of the most prestigious programs in the country, with a rich history of success. The decision to part ways with Davis, a member of the Carolina family, signals the university's commitment to returning the team to its championship-caliber form after several disappointing seasons.
The details
Davis was hired in 2021 to replace the retiring Roy Williams, becoming just the third African American head coach in UNC history. After reaching the national title game in his first season, the Tar Heels failed to make the NCAA Tournament the following year and ended this season with three straight losses, the program's first such skid in 56 years.
- On March 25, 2026, UNC announced that Hubert Davis had been relieved of his duties as head coach.
- Davis coached the Tar Heels for five seasons, from 2021 to 2026.
The players
Hubert Davis
A former UNC player and longtime assistant coach who was unable to sustain success as the Tar Heels' head coach, failing to make the NCAA Tournament in two of his five seasons.
Roy Williams
The legendary former UNC head coach who retired in 2021, paving the way for Davis to take over the program.
What they’re saying
“We must get this right. UNC basketball is the best, period.”
— Rob Harrington, Inside Carolina Analyst
“Hubert struggled with consistency and was never able to fully correct the problems that plagued the team.”
— Greg Barnes, Inside Carolina Analyst
What’s next
The university will now begin a search for a new head coach to lead the Tar Heels back to championship contention.
The takeaway
The decision to part ways with Hubert Davis, a member of the Carolina family, underscores UNC's commitment to restoring the basketball program to its former glory after several seasons of underperformance. The search for a new head coach will be closely watched as the university looks to recapture the Tar Heels' championship pedigree.
