Steven Pearl calls Auburn men's basketball head coach 'role of a lifetime'

Steven Pearl takes over as new head coach

A Pearl will remain in charge of Auburn basketball.

Auburn introduces Steven Pearl as basketball head coach after Bruce Pearl announces retirement

AUBURN, Ala. (WRBL) — Auburn University introduced Steven Pearl as the school’s new men’s basketball coach Monday, following the retirement of his father, Bruce Pearl. At a news conference, Athletic Director John Cohen praised Bruce Pearl’s success over 11 seasons while officially introducing Steven Pearl as head coach. PREVIOUS STORY: Bruce Pearl retires as Auburn basketball coach after 11 seasons “Bruce Pearl is not only a Hall of Fame coach, …

Steven Pearl calls Auburn men's basketball head coach 'role of a lifetime'

Steven Pearl, who has spent 11 years on staff at Auburn, called the promotion the “opportunity of a lifetime” during his introductory news conference.

As new era of Auburn basketball begins, Steven Pearl looks to continue his father’s success

Bruce Pearl left his son with a program near the top of college basketball. Can he keep it there?

Steven Pearl announces coaching staff promotions in opening news conference

When asked during his introductory news conference why he’s confident in maintaining Auburn basketball’s success, Steven Pearl pointed to the group of people standing stage right. “We have the best staff in college basketball,” Pearl said as he pointed to…

Steven Pearl shares emotional message to father Bruce Pearl at introductory press conference

Bruce Pearl’s stunning announcement that he would be retiring prior to the 2025-2026 college basketball season shook up the sport’s landscape, but the Tigers had a plan in place. Bruce’s son Steven, who has served in various roles within the Auburn program over 11 years, is set to take over as the man in charge after acting as associate head coach for the past 2 seasons. With the torch officially being passed now, Steven shared a strong message …