"Southern Illinois University Carbondale Fires Men's Basketball Head Coach Bryan Mullins"
Southern Illinois University has parted ways with head coach Bryan Mullins after five seasons, during which he achieved an 86-68 record and led the team to two NCAA Tournament appearances and one NIT berth. Mullins, a former standout player for the Salukis, was praised for his contributions both on and off the court. The university will now begin a national search for his successor.