The Towson University men’s basketball team has announced that Parfait Bitee will be promoted from assistant coach to associate head coach. “We are excited to elevate Parfait. He has been a longstanding loyal member of my staff and has continually improved. His mentorship to our players and commitment to our retention are highly valued attributes,” said head coach Pat
Fordham self imposes 4-game suspension for Head Basketball Coach Keith Urgo
Fordham has released the following statement on the status of head men’s basketball coach Keith Urgo: As part of an ongoing investigation with the NCAA, Fordham is self-imposing a four-game suspension for men’s basketball coach Keith Urgo beginning January 22, consistent with the updated NCAA guidelines related to recruiting violations. Associate head coach Tray Woodall, in
Preseason exhibition rules eased for DI men’s basketball teams
The Division I Men’s Basketball Oversight Committee on Tuesday approved a proposal allowing teams to play up to two preseason exhibition games against any four-year school, including Division I teams. The legislation, which was discussed thoroughly at the NCAA Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, by committee members, is effective beginning with the 2025-26 men’s basketball
INTERIM TAG REMOVED: Henke named Head Basketball Coach at D2 St. Leo
Saint Leo University President Ed Dadez and Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation Marcal Lazenby have officially named Spencer Henke the men’s basketball head coach, removing the interim tag. “Saint Leo is where my coaching journey began five years ago as a Graduate Assistant, and I’m deeply honored to officially be named head coach of Saint Leo Men’s Basketball,”
American Athletic Conference to Honor the Legacy of South Florida Men’s Basketball Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim
American Athletic Conference Commissioner Tim Pernetti has announced plans to honor the legacy of the late Amir Abdur-Rahim, the head men’s basketball coach at the University of South Florida who passed away in October. Abdur-Rahim has been named Honorary 2024-25 American Men’s Basketball Coach of the Year. His family will join Commissioner Pernetti at South Florida’s
Midland’s Tra Arnold “temporarily steps away” from coaching duties
Midland College (NJCAA D1) head men’s basketball Tra Arnold has stepped away from his coaching duties temporarily according to a release by the school. The decision was made by Arnold so that he could focus on his health and spend time with his family. “Midland College fully supports Coach Arnold,” said President Damon Kennedy. “We
Hartsfield named Interim Head Basketball Coach at Texas College
Texas College has announced the appointment of Mr. Jameus Hartsfield, Sr. as the Interim Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Coach Hartsfield, a Texas College Alumnus and former basketball player for the Steers, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the program. Nearing two decades of coaching experience, Coach Hartsfield is well-positioned to assume the role
Griffin Elite Basketball Classic 2025
This basketball event brings some of the top Division I recruits in the country to Northern Kentucky to take on some of the top ranked local high schools! Location: Thomas More University- Connor Convocation Center333 Thomas More Parkway Crestview Hills, KY 41017 Tickets: HERE.
Broadnax announces retirement at Savannah State; Thompson named Interim Head Basketball Coach
Savannah State University head men’s basketball coach Horace Broadnax announced his retirement on Monday, January 6th. Assistant Coach Clevan Thompson will assume the Interim Head Coach role, effective immediately. “We thank Coach Broadnax for his leadership of the men’s basketball program here at Savannah State,” remarked Director of Athletics, Opio Mashariki. “I have immense respect and gratitude for everything
Richard Pitino, UNM sued over alleged hazing altercation
Richard Pitino and the University of New Mexico have been accused of “disregarding incidents of hazing and violent behavior,” according to a civil rights lawsuit filed in New Mexico’s Second Judicial District Court. Redshirt freshman Shane Douma-Sanchez filed the suit, claiming that he was attacked on the team plane by a teammate in November. According
Ganta named Director of Men’s Basketball Player Personnel at Illinois
Illinois Head Men’s Basketball Coach Brad Underwood announced the hiring of Neel Ganta as Director of Player Personnel. Ganta reunites with Underwood and the Fighting Illini program, where he served as graduate manager during the 2020-21 season when Illinois led the Big Ten in wins and won the Big Ten Tournament Championship, earning a No. 1 seed
Six former Florida State players suing Leonard Hamilton over failed NIL payments
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Six former Florida State basketball players sued Seminoles coach Leonard Hamilton on Monday, alleging he failed to make good on a promise to get each of them $250,000 in name, image and likeness compensation. The plaintiffs — Darin Green Jr., De’Ante Green, Cam’Ron Fletcher, Josh Nickelberry, Primo Spears and Jalen Warley