Casey Alexander Hired as Kansas State Basketball Head Coach
In a significant development for Kansas State basketball, Casey Alexander is expected to be hired as the new head coach. This decision comes on March 12, 2026, following a tumultuous season that saw the team finish with a 12-20 record and a first-round exit at the Big 12 Tournament.
The move to hire Alexander comes after the midseason firing of Jerome Tang, who was dismissed for cause after a controversial press conference where he criticized his team. Kansas State’s athletic director, Gene Taylor, aimed to bring in a coach with substantial head coaching experience to revitalize the program.
Casey Alexander brings a wealth of experience to Kansas State, with a coaching record of 166-60 at Belmont, where he led the team to three regular-season conference titles. His tenure at Belmont included seven consecutive seasons with 20 or more wins, demonstrating his ability to build competitive teams. Alexander’s overall coaching career spans 15 years, during which he has accumulated over 300 career wins.
Before his successful stint at Belmont, Alexander coached at Lipscomb and Stetson. His Lipscomb team made a notable appearance in the NCAA Tournament in 2019 and was the NIT runner-up in 2020. Alexander’s deep ties to Belmont, where he played college basketball from 1992 to 1995 and served as an assistant coach from 1995 to 2011, highlight his commitment to the program.
The hiring of Alexander is seen as a strategic move by Kansas State to re-energize its fanbase and restore the team’s competitive edge. The decision follows a season marked by disappointment, including a significant loss to Cincinnati, which ended in a score of 91-62 and ultimately led to Tang’s dismissal.
As Kansas State prepares to finalize the terms of Alexander’s hiring, the basketball community is watching closely. Alexander’s leadership style and proven track record will be crucial as he steps into this new role. “My plans are to be back at Belmont and have a great team and see if we can win March Madness,” Alexander previously stated, reflecting his ambition and competitive spirit.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specifics of Alexander’s contract and the timeline for his official introduction as head coach. However, the anticipation surrounding his appointment is palpable, as Kansas State looks to turn a new page in its basketball program.
