Pat Kelsey is remaining at Winthrop as its head men’s basketball coach.
The University of Massachusetts had offered Kelsey its head coaching position on Tuesday.
“UMass is an amazing program with a winning tradition and a bright future that any coach would be proud to be a part of,” said Kelsey. “But after further reflection, I have decided to remain at Winthrop. I realized that at this point in my career Winthrop and Rock Hill is the best place for my family and me.”
I look forward to being back at the Coliseum and leading my team as we look to win another Big South championship.”
At Winthrop Kelsey has compiled a 102-59 won-loss record. He directed the program to the 2017 conference championship, a 26-7 record, and its first NCAA Tournament appearance in seven years.
“Over the past five years Pat Kelsey has had an incredibly positive impact on Winthrop and our Athletic Department,” said Director of Athletics Ken Halpin. “His leadership of the young men on his teams both on and off the court has been commendable and we all look forward to continued success for Pat and Winthrop men’s basketball.”
