Mizzou Athletics announced on Tuesday morning that Dennis Gates has been hired as the new men’s basketball coach.
Gates’ hiring was ratified by the MU Board of Curators in a public Zoom session this morning and announced by the school shortly after.
“After a comprehensive and efficient national search, during which we had the privilege of speaking with an impressive group of coaches, it became clear Coach Gates was what we needed in the next leader of our basketball program,” [Athletic Director Desiree] Reed-Francois said. “He’s smart, driven and focused on winning. He’s a proven recruiter, a strong evaluator of talent, an innovative teacher of the game and has a unique enthusiasm and passion for his work and for his student athletes that draws people in.