Tarleton State University’s head men’s basketball coach, Billy Gillispie, has been placed on temporary administrative leave as the university investigates an anonymous complaint, the school announced on Friday (October 3, 2025) The news has sent ripples through the college basketball community, raising questions about the veteran coach’s future with the Texans.
Investigation underway
The Texas A&M University System, which oversees Tarleton State, is conducting an employee conduct review following the anonymous complaint. No specifics about the allegations have been released, and the university has stated there is no set timeline for the investigation’s completion.
Details about the acting head coach
Associate head coach Glynn Cyprien has stepped in as acting head coach to lead the team during this period. Cyprien, a seasoned assistant with a track record at programs like UNLV, Oklahoma State, and Texas Tech, is well-positioned to maintain stability as the season approaches.
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