The Cincinnati Bearcats men's basketball program is set to open a new chapter with the hiring of Jerrod Calhoun as head coach. The move marks the start of the Calhoun era for the Bearcats, who compete in the Big 12 Conference.
The announcement was covered by Scott Springer of the Cincinnati Enquirer, with the story published on October 30, 2026. Calhoun previously served as head coach at Youngstown State, where he led the Penguins to multiple postseason appearances.
Details about the team's upcoming schedule, roster changes, and specific expectations for the season were not immediately available.



