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Oregon State Hires Justin Joyner as New Men's Basketball Head Coach
Talent advisory firm DHR Global assisted in the recruitment of Joyner, who previously served as an assistant at Michigan and Saint Mary's.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:04am
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Oregon State University has hired Justin Joyner as the new head coach of the men's basketball team. Joyner, who previously served as an assistant coach at Michigan and Saint Mary's, was recruited for the position by talent advisory firm DHR Global. OSU's athletic director and president cited Joyner's strong recruiting ability, player development skills, and winning pedigree as key factors in his selection.
Why it matters
The hiring of Joyner comes at a critical time for Oregon State's men's basketball program as it prepares to launch into the new Pac-12 Conference. The university is looking to Joyner to build momentum and lead the Beavers to success in the highly competitive league.
The details
Joyner will be taking over the Oregon State program after two seasons as an assistant coach at Michigan under head coach Dusty May. Prior to that, he spent seven seasons on the coaching staff at Saint Mary's, including the last two as associate head coach under legendary head coach Randy Bennett. During his time at Saint Mary's, the Gaels compiled an impressive 53-16 record.
- Joyner will begin his new role as Oregon State's head coach immediately.
- He previously served as an assistant coach at Michigan for the past two seasons.
- Joyner spent seven seasons on the coaching staff at Saint Mary's, including the last two as associate head coach.
The players
Justin Joyner
The new head coach of the Oregon State men's basketball team, previously an assistant coach at Michigan and Saint Mary's.
Scott Barnes
Vice president and director of athletics at Oregon State University.
Jayathi Murthy
President of Oregon State University.
Randy Bennett
Legendary head coach of the Saint Mary's men's basketball team.
Dusty May
Head coach of the Michigan men's basketball team.
What they’re saying
“Coach Joyner's record of achievement and his extensive experience in winning programs position Oregon State's men's basketball program to excel as we launch the new Pac-12 Conference.”
— Jayathi Murthy, President, Oregon State University
“Justin Joyner has many outstanding qualities, but the two that I believe will be keys to success at Oregon State are his recruiting ability and his competitiveness.”
— Randy Bennett, Head Coach, Saint Mary's Men's Basketball
“I'm deeply grateful for the opportunity to coach Oregon State Men's Basketball. Joining an athletic department that aligns with my beliefs and values is a dream come true.”
— Justin Joyner, Head Coach, Oregon State Men's Basketball
What’s next
Joyner will immediately begin recruiting players and building his coaching staff as he prepares to lead the Oregon State men's basketball team into the new Pac-12 Conference.
The takeaway
The hiring of Justin Joyner as Oregon State's new men's basketball head coach represents a significant investment in the program's future success. Joyner's strong recruiting abilities, player development skills, and proven track record of winning will be crucial as the Beavers look to establish themselves as a force in the revamped Pac-12.
