Sources indicate that Kansas City is bringing in former Maryland head coach Mark Turgeon. An official announcement is expected soon, marking a significant change for the program. Turgeon replaces Marvin Menzies, who will not return after this season. The program is looking to improve its standing in Division I basketball, and the hire signals a shift in strategy.

Turgeon's coaching resume includes a decade at Maryland, where he led the Terrapins to five NCAA tournament appearances. His tenure also saw a Big Ten regular-season title. Before Maryland, he had stints at Texas A&M and Wichita State, with multiple NCAA tournament berths. This experience makes him an intriguing choice for Kansas City.

This move is a bid to revitalize a program that has yet to make an NCAA tournament appearance. Kansas City, which moved to Division I in 1987, clearly hopes Turgeon's experience will bring them success. The hiring could attract new recruits and generate excitement among fans.

Turgeon's challenge will be to build a competitive team within a program that has lacked sustained success. His track record suggests he's capable, but the transition won't be easy. The impact of his new role will be one of the most interesting storylines to follow in the upcoming season.