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Akron Basketball Coach John Groce Departs for College of Charleston
Groce reflects on his 9-year tenure as Zips head coach after informing players of his departure.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:21am
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The departure of long-time Akron basketball coach John Groce marks a new chapter for the Zips program as it seeks to rebuild under new leadership.Akron TodayFormer University of Akron men's basketball coach John Groce is leaving the Zips program after 9 seasons to take a job at the College of Charleston. Groce said it was an emotional time informing his players of his departure on March 30, but he is reflecting on his time at Akron 'with a smile'.
Why it matters
Groce's departure marks a significant change for the Akron basketball program, which he had led since 2017. His exit comes as the Zips look to rebuild and find a new direction for the team.
The details
Groce told reporters that he ended up speaking directly to all his players about his decision to leave Akron for the College of Charleston. He acknowledged it was a difficult conversation, but said he is leaving the program 'with a smile' after 9 seasons as the Zips' head coach.
- Groce informed his Akron players of his departure on March 30, 2026.
- Groce had been the Zips' head coach since 2017.
The players
John Groce
Former head coach of the University of Akron men's basketball team, who is departing after 9 seasons to take a job at the College of Charleston.
University of Akron
The college where Groce served as head basketball coach for the past 9 seasons before announcing his departure.
What they’re saying
“I ended up talking to all those guys directly,”
— John Groce, Former Akron Basketball Coach
What’s next
The University of Akron will now begin the search for a new head basketball coach to lead the Zips program.
The takeaway
Groce's departure marks the end of an era for Akron basketball, as the program looks to chart a new course under new leadership. His 9-year tenure saw both successes and challenges, but he leaves the Zips in a position to rebuild and find a new direction.
