Dallas, October 1, 2025
News Summary
In a significant shift within the Dallas-Fort Worth sports landscape, nearly all professional teams have seen coaching changes recently. The Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars, and Dallas Wings are among the franchises facing new leadership as they prepare for upcoming seasons. Each team’s decision reflects a broader organizational reassessment following varied results on the field and ice. While the Cowboys welcome Brian Schottenheimer, the Rangers continue their search for a successor to Bruce Bochy after his storied tenure. The Stars rehire Glen Gulutzan, while the Wings seek their third head coach in as many years.
Dallas — Every professional sports team in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, except the Dallas Mavericks, has undergone a head coaching change in the past year. The Texas Rangers and the Dallas Wings were the most recent teams to make coaching changes.
This wave of turnover spans major professional franchises in the region and reflects a period of organizational reassessment following mixed results on the field and ice. The most urgent developments involve managerial vacancies and newly appointed coaches preparing for the next season.
Key team developments
Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys moved on from head coach Mike McCarthy in January 2025 after his contract expired. McCarthy had a record of 49-35 during his five seasons with the team, including a playoff record of 1-3. Brian Schottenheimer was hired as the Cowboys’ 10th head coach on January 24, 2025. Schottenheimer’s record in his first four games as head coach is 1-2-1.
Texas Rangers
The Rangers parted ways with future Hall of Fame manager Bruce Bochy after three seasons. Bochy led the Rangers to their first World Series title during his tenure. Texas has not yet officially announced Bochy’s replacement. Skip Schumaker, 2023 NL Manager of the Year, is currently the leading candidate for the Rangers’ head coach position.
Dallas Stars
The Dallas Stars fired head coach Pete DeBoer in June 2024 after three consecutive Western Conference Finals appearances. Controversy surrounded DeBoer’s management of goaltender Jake Oettinger during the playoffs. The Stars hired Glen Gulutzan as head coach for the second time; he previously coached the team from 2011-2013 with a record of 64-57-9.
Dallas Wings
The Dallas Wings released head coach Chris Koclanes after a single season, where the team recorded a 10-34 record. Koclanes’ season included the drafting of superstar Paige Bueckers as the No. 1 overall pick. The Wings are currently in search of a new head coach.
FC Dallas
Nico Estévez left FC Dallas in June 2024 after a draw left the team near the bottom of the MLS standings. Peter Luccin was appointed as interim head coach following Estévez’s departure. Eric Quill was hired as the permanent head coach in November 2024. FC Dallas currently sits 10th in MLS with 38 points, tied with San Jose for playoff contention.
Supporting context and trends
The Dallas Wings are embarking on their third head coach in three seasons. There is an evolving landscape in coaching across D-FW professional sports teams, with recent changes reflecting dissatisfaction among teams regarding performance. The coaching vacancies are indicative of broader organizational challenges, alongside the pressure of living up to fan expectations.
Most changes have been driven by short-term results and postseason performance, with some moves following successful seasons and others coming after extended underperformance. Teams with recent hires face the task of stabilizing rosters and systems quickly, while vacancies create short-term uncertainty about strategy and player development.
Front offices across the region are evaluating candidates with experience at the professional level and track records of playoff appearances or development success. For teams still searching for replacements, timelines for hiring vary, and the selection process is ongoing in several cases.
What to watch next
- Whether the Texas Rangers make an official announcement naming a replacement for Bruce Bochy and whether the reported leading candidate is confirmed.
- How the newly hired and interim coaches translate early-season performance into longer-term stability for their clubs.
- The response of fan bases and player groups to coaching changes, particularly in teams with recent playoff expectations.
FAQ
Q: Which teams have changed head coaches in the Dallas–Fort Worth area?
A: Every professional sports team in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, except the Dallas Mavericks, has undergone a head coaching change in the past year.
Q: Which teams were the most recent to make coaching changes?
A: The Texas Rangers and the Dallas Wings were the most recent teams to make coaching changes.
Q: What happened with the Dallas Cowboys coaching situation?
A: The Cowboys moved on from head coach Mike McCarthy in January 2025 after his contract expired. McCarthy had a record of 49-35 during his five seasons with the team, including a playoff record of 1-3. Brian Schottenheimer was hired as the Cowboys’ 10th head coach on January 24, 2025. Schottenheimer’s record in his first four games as head coach is 1-2-1.
Q: What is the status of the Texas Rangers’ managerial spot?
A: The Rangers parted ways with future Hall of Fame manager Bruce Bochy after three seasons. Bochy led the Rangers to their first World Series title during his tenure. Texas has not yet officially announced Bochy’s replacement. Skip Schumaker, 2023 NL Manager of the Year, is currently the leading candidate for the Rangers’ head coach position.
Q: What changes occurred with the Dallas Stars?
A: The Dallas Stars fired head coach Pete DeBoer in June 2024 after three consecutive Western Conference Finals appearances. Controversy surrounded DeBoer’s management of goaltender Jake Oettinger during the playoffs. The Stars hired Glen Gulutzan as head coach for the second time; he previously coached the team from 2011-2013 with a record of 64-57-9.
Q: What is the situation with the Dallas Wings?
A: The Dallas Wings released head coach Chris Koclanes after a single season, where the team recorded a 10-34 record. Koclanes’ season included the drafting of superstar Paige Bueckers as the No. 1 overall pick. The Wings are currently in search of a new head coach. The Dallas Wings are embarking on their third head coach in three seasons.
Q: What recent coaching moves occurred at FC Dallas?
A: Nico Estévez left FC Dallas in June 2024 after a draw left the team near the bottom of the MLS standings. Peter Luccin was appointed as interim head coach following Estévez’s departure. Eric Quill was hired as the permanent head coach in November 2024. FC Dallas currently sits 10th in MLS with 38 points, tied with San Jose for playoff contention.
Q: What broader trend do these changes represent?
A: There is an evolving landscape in coaching across D-FW professional sports teams, with recent changes reflecting dissatisfaction among teams regarding performance. The coaching vacancies are indicative of broader organizational challenges, alongside the pressure of living up to fan expectations.
| Team | Change | Current Status / New Coach | Notable detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | Change | Brian Schottenheimer (hired Jan 24, 2025) | McCarthy record 49-35; Schottenheimer 1-2-1 in first four games |
| Texas Rangers | Change | Vacant (leading candidate: Skip Schumaker) | Bruce Bochy left after 3 seasons; led team to first World Series title |
| Dallas Stars | Change | Glen Gulutzan (hired) | DeBoer fired June 2024 after 3 straight Western Conference Finals |
| Dallas Wings | Change | Vacant (search ongoing) | Chris Koclanes released after 10-34 season; drafted Paige Bueckers No.1 |
| FC Dallas | Change | Eric Quill (hired Nov 2024) | Estévez left June 2024; FC Dallas sits 10th with 38 points |
| Dallas Mavericks | No change | Not applicable | Only D-FW professional team without a head coach change in past year |
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Additional Resources
- Dallas News: Coaching Carousel in D-FW
- SI: Dallas Wings Coaching Shakeup
- ESPN: WNBA Coaching Changes Tracker
- NHL: Dallas Stars Head Coach Change
- Blogging the Boys: Cowboys Coaching News
- Wikipedia: Dallas Cowboys
- Google Search: Dallas sports coaching changes
- Google Scholar: Coaching changes Dallas
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Dallas teams coaching history
- Google News: Dallas Fort Worth coaching changes
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