It’s official: Long-time Murray State Basketball Coach Matt McMahon has been hired as the new head coach at LSU.
McMahon said, “I’m excited to join the best athletic department – and the most iconic brand – in all of college sports. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me, and I cannot wait to get to work.”
LSU posted the news on its Facebook page along with photos of McMahon and his family being greeted at the LSU campus. LSU officials said, “Purple & Gold looks good on the McMahon Fam.”
McMahon’s hiring comes at the end of a stellar season for the Murray State Racers.
Statement from Murray State Director of Athletics, Kevin Saal:
“On behalf of Murray State University and the Racer Family, we want to extend sincere thanks, gratitude and appreciation to Matt, Mary and the entire McMahon Family. Building upon remarkable tradition, Matt’s tireless work ethic, genuine care for people and authentic leadership for more than a decade, has guided our men’s basketball program to a position of great strength and accomplishment. Matt, and his staff’s, comprehensive commitment to excellence, has ushered tremendous joy and pride throughout Racer Nation. The McMahon family will forever be cherished members of the Racer Family and we wish them the same unprecedented success on the journey ahead.
As we turn our focus to the future of Murray State Men’s Basketball, we will conduct a thorough and efficient national search, throughout which University and athletics officials will refrain from comment.
Murray State University is a nationally recognized brand, with an incredibly passionate fan base. Matching resources to expectations continues to be a priority, as we strive to position Murray State Men’s Basketball program resources at or near the top of the Missouri Valley Conference next season. Go Racers!”
Photo: McMahon and family. (LSU photo).