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Richard Pitino has been with New Mexico since 2021 and has led the Lobos to back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances.
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The University of New Mexico officially welcomed Eric Olen as the head coach of its men’s basketball program on Tuesday.

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'This community deserves a winner.' Richard Pitino introduced as Xavier basketball coach
When Richard Pitino was asked about the expectations for his first season at Xavier Tuesday afternoon, the 42-year-old took a deep breath before a slight chuckle. Sure, Pitino's team would have to forfeit if a game was played today with only two scholarship players left on the roster.
Is Richard Pitino related to Rick Pitino? Everything to know of New Mexico, St. John's coaches
Yes, St. John's coach Rick Pitino and New Mexico coach Richard Pitino are related, as Rick Pitino is Richard Pitino's father, if it wasn't obvious by the coaching chops and similar names. Rick Pitino was also in attendance for the Lobos' second-round game against Michigan State on Sunday night.
Richard Pitino introduced as Xavier men's basketball head coach
Pitino has 13 seasons of experience as a head coach, having won an NIT Championship and made four NCAA Tournament appearances.
Eric Olen introduced as 23rd head coach of UNM men’s basketball
The University of New Mexico officially welcomed Eric Olen as the head coach of its men’s basketball program on Tuesday. UNM president Garnett Stokes, UNM athletic director Fernando Lovo and Olen all spoke in an introductory press conference.
UNM hires Eric Olen as new head basketball coach with $6.5 million contract
The Lobos have found their next leader on the hardwood. Learn about the accomplished coach stepping into the spotlight at The Pit.
Xavier lands transfer portal commitment from former New Mexico forward Filip Borovicanin
Borovicanin entered the transfer portal with a "do not contact" tag before joining Richard Pitino's first roster at Xavier.
NCAA Coaching Carousel: Richard Pitino To Xavier As Father & Son Set To Battle In Big East
Richard Pitino will now battle his Hall of Fame father in the Big East Conference after agreeing to take the Xavier job on Tuesday night. Richard Pitino is leaving New Mexico for the Big East school – replacing Sean Miller,
Mountain West coaching carousel: New Mexico hires UC San Diego’s Eric Olen to replace Richard Pitino
The New Mexico men’s basketball team has found a replacement for departed head coach Richard Pitino. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, the Lobos and UC San Diego’s Eric Olen have agreed to a five-year contract.
Report: Richard Pitino Agrees to Xavier HC Contract After New Mexico Stint
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‘Going to build a culture’: Richard Pitino lays out vision for Xavier program
During his introductory press conference, Pitino spoke on the changing landscape of college athletics, saying it’s his goal that Xavier not only recruits talented players, but also develops those players over multiple seasons.
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