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Central Michigan Places Basketball Coach Andy Bronkema on Leave Without Explanation

Central Michigan Places Basketball Coach Andy Bronkema on Leave Without Explanation
World Sports · 02:30:00 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Central Michigan University has placed men's basketball coach Andy Bronkema on administrative leave, the school announced Thursday without providing a reason for the decision.

The move was confirmed by the university's athletic department in a brief statement that offered no details about the circumstances surrounding Bronkema's departure from the program.

Bronkema, who was hired in 2023, led the Chippewas through two seasons. The university said an interim coach would be named ahead of the upcoming season.

No timeline was given for the leave or any potential investigation.

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