Steve Lutz has been named the new head basketball coach at Oklahoma State, bringing with him an impressive track record of success. The 51-year-old coach has a career record of 69-35 and has led his teams to the NCAA Tournament in each of his three seasons as a head coach.
Lutz’s hiring comes at a critical time for the Oklahoma State program, which has a rich history but has struggled in recent years. Fans have grown restless with the team’s performance, and Lutz is keenly aware of the expectations that come with leading such a prestigious program.
In a statement, Oklahoma State athletic director Chad Weiberg praised Lutz as one of the hardest-working coaches in the business and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the Cowboys to success. Lutz himself acknowledged the responsibility that comes with the job and promised to work diligently to recruit and retain talented players who will compete for Big 12 championships.
Lutz takes over from Mike Boynton, who was fired after seven seasons with the Cowboys. Despite a strong recruiting class, Boynton’s tenure was marred by NCAA investigations and inconsistent performance on the court.
With a proven track record of turning around programs quickly, Lutz is poised to make an immediate impact at Oklahoma State. His success at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and Western Kentucky bodes well for the future of the Cowboys’ basketball program, and fans are hopeful that he can lead the team back to its winning ways.