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CMU Men’s Basketball Coach Andy Bronkema Placed on Leave

Amy Folan said McAfee has strong ties to the roster and deep experience after Bronkema was put on leave without explanation.

  • Central Michigan University placed men's basketball coach Andy Bronkema on leave Thursday, Nov. 5, without providing a reason. Athletics Director Amy Folan appointed associate head coach Raymoan McAfee as interim head coach.
  • Bronkema, a 20-year coaching veteran, has led the Chippewas since April 15, 2025. In his debut season, the team finished 10-21 overall with a 6-12 record in the Mid-American Conference.
  • McAfee, a Detroit native, previously served as an assistant at Division II Wayne State and worked on Bronkema's staff for four seasons at Ferris State. His appointment provides continuity with the former coach's program.
  • Folan expressed confidence in McAfee's leadership, stating he brings deep experience developing student-athletes. The Chippewas are 1-0 after an 83-78 victory over Louisiana-Monroe earlier this week.
  • CMU hosts Division III Alma at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6, at McGuirk Arena. The university has not announced an explanation for the leave or how long McAfee will serve as interim coach.
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Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer broke the news on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
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