Creighton hands coaching job to Alan Huss

Field Level Media|published: Wed 25th March, 13:42 2026

Feb 7, 2026; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Creighton Bluejays head coach Greg McDermott and assistant coach Alan Huss meet during a break in the game against the Seton Hall Pirates during the second half at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Creighton officially tabbed Alan Huss as its new head basketball coach on Wednesday.

The news comes two days after Greg McDermott announced his retirement after 16 seasons as head coach of the team. McDermott will coach the Bluejays through the postseason College Basketball Crown event (April 2-5) before handing the keys to Huss, who effectively was the coach-in-waiting.

Huss, 47, spent six years as the Bluejays' assistant coach from 2017-23 before returning to the university last April as an associate head coach.

"I am incredibly honored and humbled to be named the head men's basketball coach at Creighton University," said Huss, who graduated from Creighton in 2002. "This University has meant so much to me as a former player, as an alum and through the seven years I've spent serving this program. Creighton helped shape who I am, and the opportunity to now lead this program is something I do not take lightly.

"... I also want to express my deep gratitude to Coach Greg McDermott, who elevated this program to national prominence and built a culture of consistency and excellence that is respected across the country. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn under his leadership and for the belief he has shown in me throughout this transition."

McDermott has coached the Bluejays since the 2010-11 season, compiling a 365-188 record. He surpassed Dana Altman in 2024 to become the program's winningest coach.

Creighton won at least 20 games in 14 of his 16 seasons, though this season's 15-17 record put a stop to 10 consecutive seasons of 20 or more wins.

"I join Creighton men's basketball fans and supporters everywhere in thanking Coach McDermott for his 16 years as head coach," said Father Daniel Hendrickson, president of the university. "He has guided our teams to thrilling wins and numerous NCAA Tournament appearances.

"... While we will miss Coach McDermott's leadership and presence on the sidelines, I am confident Coach Huss will continue to build upon our culture of excellence and success."

Huss posted a 56-15 record during his two years at High Point University from 2023-25. He was named the Big South Conference Coach of the Year in 2023-24 and 2024-25.

--Field Level Media

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