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Jay Wright announces end of broadcasting tenure with CBS, TNT

Danby: Daniel Hager08/28/25DanielHagerOn3
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Two-time National Championship-winning head coach Jay Wright has announced the end of his broadcasting tenure with CBS and TNT. Wright has been in those since he retired from coaching following the 2021-22 season.

Wright will be returning to the University of Villanova as Special Assistant to the President. While head coach at ‘Nova, Wright boasted a 520-197 record and won the 2016 and 2018 NCAA Tournaments.

“After three amazing years with CBS Sports and TNT Sports, I’ve decided to step back from full-time broadcasting,” Wright said. “It wasn’t an easy call, but it allows me to focus on my role as Special Assistant to the President at Villanova – and to spend quality time with my family.

“Huge thanks to the CBS Sports and TNT Sports teams. They’re truly the best in the business. I’m grateful for the incredible experiences and friendships. I look forward to staying connected and collaborating with them on future projects.”

Following Wright’s announcement, CBS Sports President and CEO David Berson released a statement on Twitter/X. The company thanked him for his efforts.

“Jay Wright is a Hall of Fame coach and a Hall of Fame person,” he wrote. “He’s been a fantastic CBS Sports teammate. We will miss having him full-time, but I am excited that our relationship will continue with Jay contributing occasionally to our coverage.”

TNT Sports released a statement shortly after CBS Sports as well.

“Coach Wright is the consummate professional who brought the same thoughtful insights, preparation and passion for the game to broadcasting that he displayed throughout his Hall of Fame coaching career. We greatly appreciate all his contributions, and he will always be a part of our TNT Sports family.”

Wright’s head coaching career began at Hofstra, where he coached from 1994-2001. He, however, jumped to Villanova prior to the 2001-02 season and soon established himself as the greatest coach in the history of the program.

Under Wright, the Wildcats missed just one NCAA Tournament from 2005-2022. In that span, they won the two national titles, reached four Final Fours, five Elite Eights and eight Sweet Sixteens. He coached some of the greatest players in program history in Jalen Brunson, Randy Foye, Mikal Bridges and Donte DiVencenzo and will now return to the University as he seeks more personal time with his family.