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REPORT: UIC closing in on Norfolk State’s Jones

According to a report from Field of 68’s Jeff Goodman, UIC is in negotiations with Norfolk State head coach Robert Jones to become the Flames next head coach. Jones would replace Luke Yaklich who was released back on March 11th. More on this one when it becomes official.

Whitley promoted to Assistant Basketball Coach at Norfolk State

Norfolk State men’s basketball head coach Robert Jones announced Tuesday the promotion of NSU alum Steven Whitley to assistant coach. Whitley, entering his third year on the Spartans’ staff in 2023-24, was the team’s director of basketball operations for the last two seasons. A former Norfolk State star on the court, Whitley has transitioned seamlessly to the sidelines over the

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Stewart named Head Basketball Coach at Coppin State

Coppin State University today named Larry Stewart (’06) as the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Stewart returns to his alma mater after spending 14 years as an assistant coach at three of the other Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Maryland. Stewart served as an assistant at Bowie State for six seasons (2009-15) with the last three

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OFFICIAL: Juan Dixon not returning to Coppin State

Following up on reports from last night. Coppin State has finally released a statement on Juan Dixon’s status: Coppin State Head Men’s Basketball Coach Juan Dixon will not return for the 2023-2024 season. Coppin Athletics Director Derek Carter today announced that Dixon is relieved of his duties, effective immediately. “After fully evaluating the men’s basketball program and performance,

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OFFICIAL: Marks named Chief Program Strategist at Howard

Following-up on something that I mentioned back on 8/22 (DAILY DIRT). The hiring of Daniel Marks at Howard is now official. Here’s the release from Howard:  Howard University men’s basketball head coach Kenneth Blakeney named Daniel G. Marks as the program’s first-ever Chief Program Strategist. In his new role at Howard, Marks will focus on growth in all areas of

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OFFICIAL: Martin named Head Basketball Coach at SC State

Following-up on yesterday’s REPORT. South Carolina State has made Erik Martin’s hiring official – here’s the release from the school: Erik Martin, one of the top assistant coaches in Division I basketball, has been selected to lead the South Carolina State University men’s basketball program by Bulldogs Athletics Director Stacy L. Danley. “Coach Martin is

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SC STATE DIRT: Bulldogs to name Big 12 Assistant as new Head Basketball Coach

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) In yesterday’s DAILY DIRT, I mentioned West Virginia assistant Erik Martin’s involvement at South Carolina State. That’s now a done deal – Martin will become the Bulldogs new head coach. Martin has TWEETED the following: Additionally, Martin told BlueGoldNews.com, “It’s difficult to move, because we have been here in Morgantown a

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SC State announces consultant for Men’s + Women’s Basketball searches

The Department of Athletics at South Carolina State University has announced national searches for the next head men’s and women’s basketball coaches.  CarrSports Consulting will assist with both searches. “We are excited to have the opportunity to search for the best head coaches for our basketball programs,” stated Director of Athletic Stacy Danley.  “These programs are

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OFFICIAL: Madlock named Head Coach at Alabama State

I mentioned this one in today’s DAILY DIRT – it’s now official. Alabama State has named Tony Madlock as their new head men’s basketball coach. Here’s the release from ASU: Alabama State University Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Jason Cable has named Tony Madlock the new head men’s basketball coach for the Hornets. Madlock comes to Alabama State after

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NCCU’s Moton earns 200th career win

North Carolina Central University men’s basketball head coach LeVelle Moton celebrated his 200th win in a big way, as the Eagles recorded a 102-50 victory over Carver on Thursday, Dec. 9 inside McDougald-McLendon Arena. Moton is just the third men’s basketball coach at NCCU to reach the mark, and he sits with the third-most victories as

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MILESTONE: Hampton’s Joyner wins #200

Hampton head coach Buck Joyner, Jr. won the 200th game of his career last night in dramatic fashion. The Pirates Russell Dean hit an off balanced 30-footer at the buzzer to give Joyner’s squad the 58-57 win. Joyner has been the head coach at Hampton since 2009. During his tenure, he has led the Pirates

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