The University of Utah's decision to part ways with head basketball coach Craig Smith has resulted in an ironic turn of events. Josh Eilert, who was hired as an assistant under Smith last June, will now step in as interim head coach.

A former Mountaineer head coach will get another shot to lead a team following a leadership change at the University of Utah.

The Utah Utes announced Monday that they are relieving head basketball coach Craig Smith of his duties. Assistant coach Josh Eilert will be taking over as the team’s interim coach for the rest of the season.