University of Virginia men’s basketball head coach Tony Bennett has announced his retirement, effective immediately.
According to the Virginia Basketball Twitter account, Bennett will host a press conference confirming his retirement on Friday morning.
This announcement comes 20 days before the Cavaliers are set to open their season at home against Campbell.
It’s not clear what may have led to his retirement – nor is it clear who will be leading the team for the season.
Bennett had been in charge of the Virginia basketball program since 2009 and has compiled an overall head coaching record of 433-169.
Virginia men’s basketball coach Tony Bennett has announced his immediate retirement
Prior to joining UVA, the Wisconsin native climbed the ranks at Washington State – leading the Cougars to the Sweet 16 in 2008.
After making the jump to Charlottesville, Bennett made the NCAA Tournament ten times – making the Sweet 16 three times, the Elite Eight twice, and the Final Four once in 2019.
In 2019, the Cavaliers beat Texas Tech to win the school’s first and only national championship.
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