Mark Turgeon served as head coach of the University of Maryland men’s basketball from 2011 to 2021. Under his leadership, the team earned five NCAA Tournament appearances, a Sweet 16 run, and the 2020 Big Ten regular-season title. In 2015, he was named Big Ten Coach of the Year.
Mark prioritized academic achievement alongside athletic excellence, with all 35 of his players who exhausted eligibility graduating. He also supported NBA draft development, with Maryland tied for most Big Ten picks over six years.
Mark has been active in community causes such as Coaches vs. Cancer, the Alzheimer’s Association, and Special Olympics. He and his wife, Ann, have three children, including his son, Will, a former basketball player at Catholic University. Mark’s legacy is rooted in developing well-rounded student-athletes and giving back to the community.