Wagner removes interim tag for Dwan McMillan

Wagner removed the interim tag and officially hired Dwan McMillan as its men’s basketball coach on Monday.

McMillan, 36, coached the Seahawks in 2025-26 after the school suspended coach Donald Copeland amid player allegations about abusive behavior in practices.

Despite a 1-6 start to the season and a seven-game losing streak in conference play, Wagner finished 14-17 overall and 8-10 in the Northeast Conference.

“Dwan has demonstrated steady leadership, integrity, and a clear commitment to our student-athletes during this transition,” school president Jeffrey Doggett said in a release. “He understands what makes Wagner special and is well-positioned to lead this program forward with purpose and pride.”

McMillan joined Wagner as an assistant coach in 2024 after working as the recruiting coordinator at Fordham from 2022-24.

“I am honored to serve as head coach at Wagner College,” McMillan said. “This program has a strong foundation, and I am committed to supporting our student-athletes, strengthening our culture, and competing at the highest level. I look forward to building on what has been established and leading this team into its next chapter.”

Wagner, located on Staten Island, N.Y., has been a coaching stop for current UConn coach Dan Hurley (2010-12) and former Seton Hall and NBA coach P.J. Carlesimo (1976-82).

–Field Level Media