Ex-Syracuse Coach Adrian Autry Joins Virginia Staff

Autry and Odom previously worked together at Virginia Tech.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:55pm

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Former Syracuse head coach Adrian Autry is joining Ryan Odom's staff at the University of Virginia, according to a report from CBS Sports. Autry, who was fired by Syracuse in March after three seasons as head coach, will reunite with Odom, with whom he previously worked at Virginia Tech from 2008-2010.

Why it matters

This move brings an experienced ACC coach in Autry to a Virginia program that had a successful first season under Odom, finishing 30-5. Autry's addition could help bolster Virginia's coaching staff and provide valuable experience and insight as they look to build on their strong performance.

The details

Autry, 54, was let go by his alma mater Syracuse on March 11 after compiling a 49-48 record with no NCAA Tournament appearances during his three seasons as head coach from 2023-2026. He now joins Odom's staff at Virginia, where the two previously worked together on Seth Greenberg's staff at Virginia Tech from 2008-2010.

  • Autry was fired by Syracuse on March 11, 2026.
  • Autry and Odom previously worked together at Virginia Tech from 2008-2010.

The players

Adrian Autry

A 54-year-old former head coach of the Syracuse Orange men's basketball team, who was fired in March 2026 after three seasons.

Ryan Odom

The current head coach of the University of Virginia men's basketball team, who previously worked with Autry at Virginia Tech.

Seth Greenberg

The former head coach of the Virginia Tech men's basketball team, under whom Autry and Odom worked together from 2008-2010.

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The takeaway

Autry's move to Virginia represents a fresh start for the experienced ACC coach after his dismissal from Syracuse. His reunion with Odom, with whom he previously worked, could provide valuable experience and insight to help the Cavaliers build on their strong first season under Odom's leadership.