Following up on a report from Tuesday…. Texas A&M Director of Athletics Scott Woodward announced that Billy Kennedy will not return as head coach of Texas A&M men’s basketball. Kennedy coached eight seasons at Texas A&M, posting a record of 151-116. “Billy’s tenure included some great memories and remarkable achievements,” Woodward said. “He represented our
UNLV fires Head Basketball Coach Marvin Menzies
UNLV Director of Athletics Desiree Reed-Francois announced today that Marvin Menzies will no longer serve as head men’s basketball coach. Menzies completed his third season in Las Vegas with an overall mark of 17-14. “I want to thank Coach Menzies for calming the waters and building a strong foundation for our men’s basketball program over
REPORT: Fox out at Appalachian State
Multiple reports, including one from App State Mania are confirming that Jim Fox is out as the head coach at Appalachian State. Fox, who reportedly has two-years left on his deal, ends his tenure with a 54-96 record. The Mountaineers finished this season 11-21 (6-12 Sun Belt). More on this when it becomes official.
OFFICIAL: Joseph released at George Washington
George Washington University Director of Athletics and Recreation Tanya Vogel announced today that Maurice Joseph will not return as head coach of the men’s basketball program. In three seasons, Joseph compiled a 44-57 record, including 9-24 in 2018-19. GW saw its season end on Thursday with a loss in the second round of the Atlantic
REPORT: Joseph out at George Washington
George Washington has parted ways with head basketball coach Maurice Joseph according to a report by Jon Rothstein. Joseph was elevated to head coach at GW back in September of 2016 after Mike Lonergan was fired. In his three seasons at the helm, he compiled a 44-57 record including a 9-24 (4-14 A10) this past
DI DIRT: UMKC parts ways with Kareem Richardson
HoopDirt.com can confirm that UMKC has parted ways with head basketball coach Kareem Richardson. The Roos are already moving quickly here, as DHR has been hired to aid in the search. Richardson was hired at UMKC back in 2013. During his tenure, he compiled a 74-117 record, including an 11-20 mark this season.His best season
OFFICIAL: Washington State fires Ernie Kent
Washington State University Director of Athletics Pat Chun announced Thursday that Men’s Head Basketball Coach Ernie Kent will not return as head coach of the Cougars next season. “I met with Ernie earlier today and let him know I would be making a change in the leadership of our basketball program,” said Chun. “We appreciate
REPORT: Ernie Kent out at Washington State
Washington State is parting ways with head basketball coach Ernie Kent. This was first reported by Jon Rothstein. Kent had been at Washington since 2014, and had never been able to get it going there. He went 58-98 in his five seasons in Pullman, including an 11-21 (4-14 PAC-12) mark this year. He had never
OFFICIAL: Sanderson resigns at Freed-Hardeman
Following up on something that I mentioned earlier in today’s Daily Dirt… Freed-Hardeman University (TN) head basketball coach Jim Sanderson stepped down from his position on Wednesday. The head coach spent three season at the helm of the Lions program. “I want to thank Freed-Hardeman University and coach (Mike) McCutchen for the opportunity to lead
Buffalo’s Oats inks 5-year extension
The University at Buffalo and men’s basketball coach Nate Oats have agreed to a new five-year contract through the 2024 season, Director of Athletics Mark Alnutt announced today. The new contract makes Oats the highest paid coach in the Mid-American Conference with an annual salary of $837,000 which includes a base salary of $612,000 and
Ireland Named Head Basketball Coach at Dalton State
Alex Ireland shed the title of interim basketball coach, making him the third head coach in Roadrunner history, the Athletic Department announced Thursday. “I am pleased to announce Alex Ireland as our basketball coach,” said Interim Chief of Staff Jon Jaudon. “Alex demonstrates a commitment to the mission and values of the College and Athletic
Cal Poly Search Update II….
Following up on my Cal Poly search update from Monday… There have been at least five interviews held in Las Vegas so far for the vacant job at Cal Poly. The names that I’ve heard are: Gus Argenal (assistant coach Nevada), Tarvish Felton (assistant coach Fresno State), and Danny Yoshikawa (assistant coach St. Mary’s). I