Maryland Athletics News Update:
Former Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams has been hired as the new head coach for Maryland’s basketball team, following Kevin Willard’s departure to Villanova. A mass exodus of players has occurred, with Derik Queen declaring for the NBA draft and many others entering the transfer portal. Williams has already brought in three transfers, including former Texas A&M players Pharrel Payne and Solomon Washington, and Indiana guard Myles Rice.
On the women’s basketball side, Penn State transfer Gracie Merkle has committed to Maryland, adding strength to the team’s lineup. Meanwhile, Maryland softball pitcher Bri Godfrey has undergone a major transformation in her pitching motion and has seen significant improvement in her performance.
In men’s lacrosse, Maryland suffered an unranked loss to Rutgers, marking their second defeat in three games. Despite the setbacks, the team remains resilient and is looking ahead to their upcoming match against Ohio State.
Williams’ track record of winning at multiple schools is highlighted, and University of Maryland president Darryll Pines has expressed confidence in his leadership abilities. Stay tuned for more updates on Maryland athletics in The Diamondback Sports Digest.
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