Fran McCaffery Returns to Penn as Head Coach to Revive Struggling Program

The former Iowa coach and Penn alumnus aims to restore the Quakers' prominence in the Ivy League and beyond.

Fran McCaffery, Penn alumnus and former Iowa head coach, has officially been named head coach of Penn's men's basketball program.
McCaffery played for the Quakers from 1979-82, leading the Ivy League in assists and steals during his senior season and winning three conference titles.
He brings a wealth of experience, including a 548-384 career coaching record and 15 seasons at Iowa, where he became the program's all-time wins leader with 297 victories.
Penn athletic director Alanna Wren expressed confidence in McCaffery's ability to revitalize the program, which has made only two NCAA Tournament appearances since 2006.
McCaffery has outlined his vision to restore Penn's prominence in the Ivy League and implement an exciting style of play at The Palestra.