Randy Bennett's health issue delays Arizona State introduction
New Arizona State men's basketball coach Randy Bennett is dealing with a health issue and has not yet been introduced as the Sun Devils' coach.
The Arizona State men's basketball program hired Randy Bennett in hopes of turning things around after a disappointing campaign in the Big 12. Bennett and the Sun Devils are going to have to wait a little bit longer to officially tip off the new era. Bennett revealed that his introductory press conference at Arizona State had to be postponed due to a medical issue he is dealing with.
"Last week, when I arrived in Arizona, a health situation surfaced that I'm working through right now. I'm in good hands, we feel good about the plan, and I'm incredibly appreciative of the care I've received from the team at Mayo Clinic. Everything is under control, and I will be back at full strength very soon," Bennett said via a statement.
ASU coach Randy Bennett issued a statement on his health: pic. twitter. com/MKImTAHfNo ā Doug Haller (@DougHaller) March 30, 2026 Bennett spent the last 25 seasons as the head coach of Saint Mary's basketball program, finishing with a career record of 589-228.
Despite the health hurdle, Bennett has proceeded to hire Joe Rahon and Rick Croy as associate head coaches on his Sun Devils staff. Contact/Follow @College_Wire on X and @College_Wires on Threads. Like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of college sports news, notes, and opinions.