Underwood, Illinois agree to new contract terms

Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood and the University have agreed to new terms related to his existing six-year contract, Illinois Director of Athletics Josh Whitman announced Thursday. Underwood’s contract, which runs through June 30, 2032, could now extend through June 30, 2036, based on team performance over the next four seasons. The agreement would also include updated financial terms

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Bailey promoted to Associate Head Basketball Coach at Queens Charlotte

Queens University of Charlotte head men’s basketball coach Grant Leonard is excited to announce the promotion of Dan Bailey to Associate Head Coach on Thursday afternoon. Bailey, a 2012 Queens graduate, has been on Leonard’s staff as an assistant coach since he took over the helm in 2022. “I’m incredibly fortunate to coach at this wonderful institution, a place that

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Dayton Basketball Staff Update

University of Dayton men’s basketball coach Anthony Grant has announced several staff updates for the upcoming 2026-27 season, including the elevation of James Kane to associate head coach, as well as the hiring of Nick Irvin and Jordan Talley as assistants. The 2026-27 campaign will be the seventh at Dayton for Kane, who was a member of Grant’s first staff

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Boyle added to Charlotte Basketball Staff

Charlotte Men’s Basketball coach Wes Miller announced Thursday that Brian Boyle has been named an assistant coach on his inaugural staff with the 49ers. He joins Marcus Paige and Claude Pardue as assistant coaches alongside Associate Head Coach Chad Dollar. Boyle, like Miller, has roots in North Carolina after spending the last two seasons with the Greensboro Swarm, the NBA G League affiliate of

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D3 NEWS: Mark Smith named Assistant Basketball Coach at Rockford

Rockford University head men’s basketball coach Aaron Jacobs announced the addition of Mark Smith as an assistant coach for the Regents men’s basketball program ahead of the 2026-27 season. “Coach Mark Smith is one of the most driven and respected young coaches in the game,” said Jacobs. “His work ethic, loyalty, and passion for developing student-athletes make him a tremendous addition

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