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Jay Wright Steps Away From Full-Time Broadcasting at CBS and TNT

He says the move lets him prioritize his Villanova advisory role.

VILLANOVA, PA - FEBRUARY 08: Former Villanova Wildcats head coach Jay Wright smiles during a press conference prior to the game against the DePaul Blue Demons at Finneran Pavilion on February 8, 2023 in Villanova, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Dec 6, 2023; Queens, New York, USA; CBS Sports broadcaster Tom McCarthy (l) and former Villanova Wildcats head coach Jay Wright (r) at Carnesecca Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • Wright announced the decision on Aug. 28 in a social media post after three seasons as an on-air analyst.
  • He cited a desire to focus on his Special Assistant to the President role at Villanova and to spend more time with family.
  • CBS Sports CEO David Berson said Wright may still contribute occasionally to coverage despite leaving full-time duties.
  • TNT Sports and CBS issued statements thanking Wright for his work and praising his professionalism.
  • The Hall of Famer joined CBS and Turner after retiring from Villanova coaching in 2022, and recent coverage describes him as content in retirement despite periodic links to coaching jobs.