I teased this one back on 10/2 (DAILY DIRT) – I can finally go with it… I can confirm that Nima Omidvar is no longer on the men’s basketball staff at George Washington. Last season was his only season on Jamion Christian’s staff – he spent the year before that as an assistant at South
Memorial Ceremony set for Anthony Stewart
The University of Tennessee at Martin will hold a memorial ceremony for Skyhawk head men’s basketball coach Anthony Stewart on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. in the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center. The event is open to the public, who are asked to follow mask and social distancing guidelines. All guests will be required to
New Orleans Men’s Basketball Staff Update
New Orleans head men’s basketball coach Mark Slessinger has announced the promotion of Cory Dixon to director of basketball operations/on-campus recruiting, and the promotion of Bradley Feig to video and analytics coordinator. Cory Dixon The UNO alum (class of 2014) joined the staff last season as the director of player development/internal operations following his professional playing
OFFICIAL: Schmitt departs North Texas; Joins HDI
Following up on something that HoopDirt.com mentioned back on 10/20 (DAILY DIRT). Andy Schmitt’s move from North Texas to HD Intelligence is now official… HD Intelligence Co-Founders Colton Houston & Matt Dover have announced the addition of Andy Schmitt as a sales consultant for men’s basketball. HDI continues to make waves within the college basketball
Boeheim releases statement following positive COVID-19 test
Syracuse head men’s basketball coach Jim Boeheim has tested positive for COVID-19. The 75-year old long-time Orange head coach released the following statement on Twitter: The men’s basketball program has paused all activities, as another member of the program also tested positive. Syracuse AD John Wildhack released the following: “Our top priority is the health
UT Martin Head Coach Anthony Stewart Passes Away
The University of Tennessee at Martin is saddened to announce today’s passing of Anthony Stewart, who was slated to begin his fifth season as the Skyhawks’ head men’s basketball coach later this month. He was 50 years old. “We are stunned to hear this tragic news,” Skyhawk athletic director Kurt McGuffin said. “Coach Stewart was a
Capel added to Palm Beach Atlantic Men’s Basketball Staff
Jackson Capel, a former NAIA All-American who played eight seasons of professional basketball in Europe, has been added as a volunteer assistant basketball coach for the men’s basketball program. David Balza, who is entering his eight season as the Palm Beach Atlantic University Head Basketball Coach, made the announcement. From 2009 through 2017, Capel played
OFFICIAL: Parker named Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Guilford
Dominic Parker has been added as an assistant men’s basketball coach at Guilford College. HoopDirt.com first mentioned this one back on 10/23 (Daily Dirt). Parker comes to Guilford after one year as an assistant coach at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. While at UMES, Parker was responsible for recruiting efforts, scouting, film, and coordinating
REPORT: Wichita State expected to part ways with Marshall by end of week
According to a report by Jeff Goodman, Wichita State is expected to part ways with embattled head coach Gregg Marshall by the end of the week. CBS Sports has also confirmed the report. Marshall has been under investigation by the school for the past month, following allegations that he verbally and physically abused players, staff,
Tom Izzo diagnosed with COVID-19; Issues statement
Michigan State head basketball coach Tom Izzo issued a statement today following his COVID-19 diagnosis:
Cornerstone University’s Elders wins #700
In a night filled with milestones, Head Coach Kim Elders capped off yet another incredible achievement notching win number 700 in his Cornerstone career with a 91-83 victory over Saint Xavier. Redshirt-senior Tyler Baker had a milestone of his own in the win, hitting a three in the first half that gave him 1,000 career
UVI names Duncan as new Head Basketball Coach
The University of the Virgin Islands welcomes Alfonzo Duncan to the University’s Athletics Department, where he will serve as the Head Men’s Basketball Coach and Wellness Center Manager. Duncan brings over 30 years of experience in intercollegiate coaching and athletic administration to the department at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I & II