Vanderbilt basketball has announced the hiring of three new staff members, including assistant coaches Rodney Terry and Joel Justus, and Chad Myers as the director of recruiting. This announcement was made on May 11 via social media.
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Vanderbilt basketball adds three new staff members
Rodney Terry joins as an assistant coach
Joel Justus joins as an assistant coach
Chad Myers appointed as director of recruiting
Announcement made on May 11
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Vanderbilt basketball announces addition of three new staff members
Vanderbilt basketball officially announced the addition of three new staff members on May 11 via social media.
Rodney Terry and Joel Justus are joining as assistant coaches and Chad Myers as the director of recruiting.
Terry was formerly the head coach at Texas. He replaces Jon Cremins, who left to become the head coach at Georgia State.
Vanderbilt guard Tyler Tanner (3) rushes in to shoot for two against Georgia during the second half at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.
Jan 29, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Colorado Buffaloes forward Bangot Dak (8) dunks against the Iowa State Cyclones during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images
Jan 15, 2026; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars guard Ace Glass Lll (21) celebrates after making a three-point basket against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the first half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
Q&A
Who are the new staff members added to Vanderbilt basketball?
The new staff members are Rodney Terry, Joel Justus, and Chad Myers.
What positions do Rodney Terry and Joel Justus hold at Vanderbilt basketball?
Rodney Terry and Joel Justus are joining as assistant coaches.
Who did Rodney Terry replace at Vanderbilt basketball?
Rodney Terry replaces Jon Cremins, who left to become the head coach at Georgia State.
When was the announcement of the new staff members made?
The announcement was made on May 11 via social media.
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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Berke Buyuktuncel #9 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers celebrates after the victory against the Vanderbilt Commodores in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Vanderbilt center Jayden Leverett (34) dunks over Kentucky center Malachi Moreno (24) during the first half at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026.
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Vanderbilt guard Tyler Tanner (3) rushes in to shoot for two against Georgia during the second half at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.
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Vanderbilt guard Tyler Tanner (3) rushes in to shoot for two against Georgia during the second half at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026.
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Jan 29, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Colorado Buffaloes forward Bangot Dak (8) dunks against the Iowa State Cyclones during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images
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Jan 15, 2026; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars guard Ace Glass Lll (21) celebrates after making a three-point basket against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the first half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
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Vanderbilt guard Chandler Bing (7) celebrates his dunk against Florida during their semifinal game of the 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 14, 2026.
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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Berke Buyuktuncel #9 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers celebrates after the victory against the Vanderbilt Commodores in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Vanderbilt basketball roster 2026-27 with transfer portal additions for Mark Byington
Vanderbilt center Jayden Leverett (34) dunks over Kentucky center Malachi Moreno (24) during the first half at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026.
Justus was previously the associate head coach at Ohio State. He replaces Kenneth Mangrum, who left for Georgia Tech.
Myers formerly worked at New Mexico State, and before that he was the head coach of multiple prep schools, including IMG Academy, Massanhutten Military Academy and Elev8 Academy.
Mark Byington returns for his third season after leading the Commodores to back-to-back NCAA tournament appearances. Byington signed an extension with Vanderbilt in March after the Commodores fell in the second round to Nebraska in March Madness.
