The Eastern Michigan University Athletic Department and Head Men’s Basketball Coach Stan Heath have mutually agreed to part ways, the two parties announced Sunday, March 8. Eastern Michigan will conduct a national search for the program’s 31st head coach.
“We are grateful for Coach Heath’s commitment to this program, which spans five years as head coach and more than four decades as a student-athlete and proud alumnus of this University,” said EMU Vice President/Director of Athletics Scott Wetherbee. “He cares deeply about Eastern Michigan, and I wish him and his family the very best.”
The team finished with a 10-21 overall record in 2025-26, and a 4-14 mark in Mid-American Conference play.
“I appreciate the opportunity to coach at my alma mater,” added Heath. “I am disappointed for our fans and the Eastern community that we were not able to reach the level of success that is possible at EMU. I wish Eastern Michigan University the best going forward.”
Heath was in his fifth year leading the men’s basketball program and his 18th year as a collegiate head coach. Heath has previously served as the head coach at Kent State (2001-02), Arkansas (2002-07), South Florida (2007-14), and the Lakeland Magic (NBA G-League)(2017-21). The Detroit, Mich. native finishes his EMU career with a 57-99 overall mark.
“Our expectation is to compete for championships and to contend at the highest-level each season,” added Wetherbee. “While we have not met that standard, our commitment to reaching it remains firm. This is one of the most attractive positions in our conference and region. We offer a first-class student-athlete experience, strong institutional support, and premier facilities. We will begin a search immediately to identify a leader who will build on our foundation and guide our men’s basketball program toward sustained success on and off the court.”
