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Kansas State fires Jerome Tang, citing 'recent public comments and conduct'
Kansas State cites public disrepute from coach Jerome Tang's critical remarks and poor 10-15 season record in a for-cause firing amid negotiations over an $18 million buyout.
- ESPN and national outlets reported Sunday that Kansas State University parted ways with Jerome Tang, Kansas State men's basketball head coach.
- Following the blowout loss that sparked a viral postgame rant, Tang said, 'This was embarrassing,' and fans protested with paper bags, with names removed from jerseys for the next game.
- Tang's contract includes an $18.675 million buyout, and sources say On3 and The Field of 68 report the two sides are negotiating exit terms with five years left and a contract offset clause.
- Kansas State parts ways with Jerome Tang, creating short‑term instability with six games left before the Big 12 Tournament, while the university has not yet issued a public statement.
- Tang's tenure began with an Elite Eight run and national recognition, but the program faltered later, and he finished with a 71-57 overall record at Kansas State.
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Kansas State fires basketball coach Jerome Tang, days after fans wore
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Kansas State fired basketball coach Jerome Tang on Sunday night, four days after many Wildcats fans showed up with bags over their heads for a home blowout. Athletic director Gene Taylor announced the move in a statement. “This was a decision that was made in the best interest of our university and men’s basketball program,” Taylor said. “Recent public comments and conduct, in addition to the program’s overall direction, h…
·Baltimore, United States
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Kansas State fires coach Jerome Tang
Four days after going on a postgame rant about how "very few" of his players would return next season, Kansas State coach Jerome Tang learned he will not be back next year.
·Georgia, United States
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