Author Archives: The DirtKing

Roberts out as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Purdue Northwest

Purdue University Northwest Director of Athletics, Rick Costello, has announced a change in leadership for the men’s basketball program. “I want to thank Boomer Roberts for his leadership, dedication and service throughout his time at Purdue Northwest coaching the men’s basketball program,” said Costello. “We wish him the best in his future endeavors.” Roberts served as the Purdue

Continue Reading →

Watkins steps down as Head Basketball Coach at Coastal Georgia

After 10 seasons at the helm of the College of Coastal Georgia men’s basketball program, head coach Jesse Watkins has decided to step away from the program and will not return as the head coach next season. “Coastal Georgia deeply appreciates Coach Watkins’ dedication, leadership, and passion for student athlete success and fulfilling Coastal’s mission of transforming

Continue Reading →

High Point announces contract extension for Head Basketball Coach Alan Huss

High Point University President Dr. Nido R. Qubein and Vice President and Athletic Director Dan Hauser have announced a contract extension for HPU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Alan Huss. “Coach Huss and his staff have done an extraordinary job building a winning program that is both talented and values-centered,” President Qubein said. “We are delighted to renew his

Continue Reading →

OFFICIAL: Lucas named Head Basketball Coach at Miami

The University of Miami has named one of the nation’s most respected assistant coaches and recruiters, Jai Lucas, as its new head men’s basketball coach, Vice President/Director of Athletics Dan Radakovich announced Thursday. Lucas comes to Coral Gables after spending the past three seasons at Duke University, where he has served as associate head coach

Continue Reading →

D2 DIRT: Hardin resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Lees-McRae

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Lees-McRae head men’s basketball coach Steve Hardin has announced his resignation via social media. Harden, all-time winningest coach in Lees-McRae history, just completed his 14th season as the Bobcats head coach. More on this move once Lees-McRae makes an official announcement.

OFFICIAL: Pifer out as Men’s Basketball Head Coach at Western Oregon

Following up on HoopDirt.com’s report from earlier today (D2 DIRT)…Western Oregon has officially announced that they have parted ways with men’s basketball head coach Wes Pifer. Here’s the release from WOU: After six seasons, Western Oregon University and head men’s basketball coach Wes Pifer have parted ways.  “Coach Pifer is a dynamic and passionate leader. I am

Continue Reading →

Liberty extends McKay through 2030-31

Liberty University and men’s basketball head coach Ritchie McKay have agreed on a contract extension through the 2030-31 season.   McKay is the winningest coach in program history and has helped usher the Flames into the Conference USA era over the last two seasons. The 2024-25 season has seen McKay and Liberty post a 23-6 overall record

Continue Reading →