Creighton Basketball Coach Greg McDermott to Retire After Season Ends

Creighton men’s basketball coach Greg McDermott will step down at the end of the season, Filmogaz.com’s Kevin Sweeney confirmed on Monday. He will remain on the bench through the Bluejays’ run in the College Basketball Crown.

Final Games and Timeline

The College Basketball Crown runs April 1–5 in Las Vegas. McDermott will coach the Bluejays during that event. Creighton faces Rutgers on Thursday in the quarterfinals.

Program Legacy

McDermott became Creighton’s head coach in 2010. He guided the program through its move from the Missouri Valley Conference to the Big East.

Under his leadership, Creighton reached the NCAA Tournament 10 times in 15 years. The team made three Sweet 16 appearances and one Elite Eight in the last five seasons.

The 2013–14 season remains notable. Doug McDermott led the nation in scoring while playing for his father that year.

Succession Plan

Alan Huss is set to succeed McDermott as head coach. Huss agreed earlier to return when McDermott chose to retire.

Huss played at Creighton under Dana Altman. He later served seven seasons as an assistant under McDermott.

He left to accept the head-coaching job at High Point in 2023. Before the 2025–26 season, he rejoined Creighton with a clear succession understanding.

Reaction and Statement

McDermott described leading the program as an honor. He praised the young men who wore the Bluejay uniform and their personal growth.

The move ensures continuity for the program. Fans and staff expect a smooth transition to Huss’s leadership.

The announcement, framed as Creighton Basketball Coach Greg McDermott to Retire After Season Ends, marks the close of a 16-year era. Leadership will pass to a familiar figure.