Mark Thomas Stoops (born July 9, 1967) is an American college football coach and former player. He most recently served as the head football coach for the University of Kentucky from 2013 to 2025.

Dec 1, 2025 · Kentucky has fired coach Mark Stoops after 13 seasons, with the university confirming the decision on Monday, Dec. 1, two days after the Wildcats wrapped up a 5-7 season with a 41-0 loss at...

Dec 2, 2025 · Mark Stoops broke his silence Tuesday, one day after Kentucky ended his 13-year run as head coach.

Dec 1, 2025 · Kentucky has fired football coach Mark Stoops. The school's athletic director announced the dismissal Monday, thanking Stoops for his dedication and leadership: "His tenure transformed the...

Kentucky has fired the Southeastern Conference’s longest-tenured coach, ending Mark Stoops’ tenure in his 13th season with the Wildcats after back-to-back losing records.

Dec 1, 2025 · Kentucky fired Mark Stoops after 13 seasons, following a second consecutive losing campaign for the program’s all-time wins leader, the school announced Monday.

6 days ago · Former Kentucky football assistants are in new roles heading into the 2026 season. Here's where Mark Stoops' former assistants are now.

Nov 30, 2025 · Kentucky has fired head coach Mark Stoops, ending the tenure of the winningest football coach in school history one day after a second consecutive blowout loss to rival Louisville.

Dec 2, 2025 · Mark Stoops said his official goodbye to Big Blue Nation after being fired by Kentucky following the end of a disappointing 2025 season. Stoops had been the longest-tenured head coach …

Nov 29, 2025 · Mark Stoops isn't going anywhere, according to Mark Stoops. If you were expecting a resignation speech or a somber apology tour on the postgame radio show, you don’t know Mark …