High Point's Huss joins Creighton as coach-in-waiting
High Point head coach Alan Huss is stepping down to join Greg McDermott's staff at Creighton as associate head coach and the head coach-in-waiting, the school announced Thursday.
"Returning to Creighton, my alma mater, to work alongside Coach McDermott and contribute to the future of this program is an extraordinary opportunity and, honestly, my dream job," Huss said in a statement. "The chance to build upon the foundation of Bluejay basketball while preparing to lead this program is incredibly special."
McDermott, 60, is expected to retire within the next two seasons, sources told The Field of 68's Jeff Goodman.
Huss served as an assistant at Creighton from 2017-23 before becoming the head coach at High Point. In his two seasons leading the Panthers, he guided them to a 56-15 record and their first March Madness appearance this year.
Huss, 46, also played at Creighton from 1997-2001.
The school's hope is that bringing in Huss now eases the eventual transition once McDermott retires.
"I am excited to welcome Alan back to our program, not only as a valued member of our coaching staff but as the future head coach of Creighton men's basketball," McDermott said. "I have known Alan for nearly 20 years and can attest that his dedication and vision perfectly align with our commitment to a winning culture. When the time is right, he will be the ideal coach to keep Creighton men's basketball among the nation's best."
McDermott has coached the Bluejays since 2010, winning 350 games. He's led them to 10 NCAA Tournaments, including an Elite Eight appearance in 2023.
"Coach McDermott's legacy extends far beyond his record as the most successful coach in Bluejay history. He's also a mentor, developing coaches like Alan Huss, who have gone on to become successful head coaches and impactful leaders of student-athletes," athletic director Marcus Blossom said.
The Bluejays finished this season 25-11 overall and 15-5 in Big East play. They lost to Auburn in the second round of the tourney.