'He was unhappy': New report provides incredible insight into Kevin Willard's departure from Maryland

Via The Baltimore Sun:

"Willard's instantly fractured relationship with his own athletic department splintered from there over the next three years, developing into a cold resentment for former athletic director Damon Evans that led to a messy breakup and a dark cloud that hovered over the men's basketball team's drama-filled run to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament."

Willard's conduct during the NCAA tournament certainly left a sour taste in the mouths of Maryland fans, as he spent much of his time in front of the media discussing things he was unhappy with and the uncertainty surrounding his future. Although the players in the locker room remained close, the distraction by Willard undoubtedly had an impact on the Terrapins as they were in the midst of an NCAA Tournament run.

According to the report, there are some who believe that a "handshake" deal between Willard and Villanova was done back in February, long before Maryland entered tournament play. There are others who believe that Willard would still be in College Park if Damon Evans had remained as the athletic director, despite that frosty relationship. Regardless of how it could have played out, it's clear that both men were active in seeking out other opportunities while the Maryland men's basketball team was attempting to win a national championship.

"Maryland got screwed," said one source.

You can read the full report in The Baltimore Sun from Taylor Lyons HERE.