Southwest Baptist University Athletics has announced that Aaron Niven, head coach for the men’s basketball program, will not return for the 2026-2027 season. His third season as head coach concluded on Saturday as the team ended shy of the GLVC tournament. Niven’s record while at the helm of the program was 27-55 overall and 14-46 in
JUCO NEWS: Giles out as Head Basketball Coach at NJCAA D1 Polk State
Brandon Giles is out as the head men’s basketball coach at NJCAA D1 Polk State College (FL). The college released the following on X this morning: Giles wraps up his tenure with a 119-144 mark over his nine seasons.
Pelphrey fired as Head Basketball Coach at Tennessee Tech
Tennessee Tech University Athletics has announced a change in leadership for its men’s basketball program. After seven seasons at the helm, Head Coach John Pelphrey will not return for an eighth season. “We thank John for his service and commitment to our men’s basketball program. We felt it was the right time for a leadership
OFFICIAL: Moser out as Head Basketball Coach at UT Tyler
Following-up on something that I first reported earlier today. Tim Moser is no longer the head basketball coach at D2 UT Tyler. Here’s the official release from the school: UT Tyler Head Men’s Basketball Coach Tim Moser has resigned from his role, concluding his three-season tenure leading the Patriots, the University announced on Monday. “I want to thank
MAC fines Miami’s Steele following halftime outburst
The MAC has fined Miami (OH) head basketball coach Travis Steele $2,500 and ordered him to reimburse the DJ for any equipment that he may have broken during his outburst at halftime of last Friday’s game at Western Michigan: Here is the incident: Miami is currently 29-0 and ranked #19 in the country.
NAIA NEWS: Rice named Head Basketball Coach at Rochester Christian
The 2026-2027 men’s basketball sideline will look different next year as Rochester Christian University has announced that current men’s basketball assistant coach, Quin Rice, has been tabbed to take over for Dr. Klint Pleasant following his 15-year stint at the helm. “Blessed doesn’t even begin to describe this. I am thankful to Clayton Bissett and
D2 NEWS: Parkside, Reigel Part Ways
Parkside Athletics and Luke Reigel have parted ways, concluding his 23-year tenure as head coach of the Parkside Men’s Basketball program. “On behalf of Ranger Athletics and the entire UW-Parkside community, we thank Coach Reigel for his dedication and leadership over the past two decades,” said Director of Athletics Adam Schemm ’08. “Luke’s commitment to our student-athletes, the
D2 DIRT: UT Tyler set to open
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Tim Moser will not be brought back as the head men’s basketball coach at D2 UT Tyler. Moser led his squad to a 15-11 (9-11 LSC) record this past season, increasing his win total in each of his three seasons at UT Tyler. Prior to his time
JUCO NEWS: Marquis retires as Head Basketball Coach at Tyler JC
Long-time Tyler JC head men’s Mike Marquis will retire from his position at the end of the season. The school honored him over the weekend with a ceremony prior to their game with Panola. Marquis has led the Tyler Junior College men’s basketball program since 2001, building one of the most consistent NJCAA programs in
D3 DIRT: Creal Out at as Head Basketball Coach at Westminster College (MO)
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Todd Creal is no longer the head men’s basketball coach at D3 Westminster College (MO). Creal took over at Westminster back in 2022 after a 13-year stint as the head coach at D3 MacMurray College (IL). During his time at WC, his teams went 19-82 (.188), including
Saia not returning as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Cal State Los Angeles
After a ten year run, Jim Saia will not return as the head men’s basketball coach at D2 Cal State Los Angeles. The school posted the following message on Instagram: Saia wraps up his career at Cal State LA with a 121-134 (.475) record, including a 9-19 (8-14 CCAA) record this season. The coaching veteran
East Carolina AD pens letter of support for Head Basketball Coach Michael Schwartz
East Carolina AD Jon Gilbert wrote the following letter to ECU supporters stating that head basketball coach Michael Schwartz will return as the Pirates head coach next season. ECU has struggled this season – they are currently 10-18 (5-10 American) with three regular season games remaining. Pirate Nation: I want to thank you for your continued