So, the timing is surprising, and Goodman even called it "strange." Smith was in his fourth season as the Utah head coach after spending time at Utah State previously and South Da

The University of Utah fired men’s basketball coach Craig Smith a day after a 76-72 loss at Central Florida that dropped the Utes to 15-12 this season

The University of Utah fired men's basketball coach Craig Smith on Monday, a day after a 76-72 loss at Central Florida that dropped the Utes to 15-12 this season. Smith was in his fourth season in charge of the program.

Why is this relevant for West Virginia fans? Well, two reasons, really. Firstly, the Mountaineers will be heading out to Utah this weekend for a two-game road trip, starting with

Head coach Craig Smith was ultimately fired as the Runnin' Utes head coach that morning, leaving Madsen, the rest of the players and coaching staff to pick up the pieces. “It was the last thing I expected,” Madsen said. “I just felt a lot of emotions this week, and just obviously very sad the first day it happened, seeing Coach Smith.

Many supporters of Smith highlighted his success at Utah State and felt he was not given a fair chance in Salt Lake City. A few noted his accomplishments with the Aggies, with the

Craig Smith's days as the head coach of the Utah men's basketball team have come to an end, according to multiple reports.

The Utah basketball program fired head coach Craig Smith midway through its 2024-25 season. That unexpected dismissal came while the team was largely

The first Utah basketball game of the post-Craig Smith era was a blowout, as the Runnin’ Utes were overwhelmed by No. 22 Arizona 83-66 Wednesday at the McKale Center in Tucson, Arizona.