Derrick Mallison has been named as the Men’s Basketball Video Coordinator at the University of Memphis. He comes to the Tigers after spending two seasons with the NBA’s Chicago Bulls as Basketball Operations Associate. In his position with the Bulls, he played an instrumental role in the video and scouting efforts. He also was involved
Engeman Named Men’s Basketball Graduate Assistant at Stevenson University
Ethan Engeman has been named to the Stevenson University men’s basketball coaching staff as a graduate assistant for the upcoming 2018-19 season, head coach Gary Stewart announced. “Possessing a tireless work ethic, Ethan has unbelievable attention to detail and high character. He is incredibly well-liked and well-respected. There is no doubt, Ethan will help our
St. Rose Head Coach Brian Beaury Retires
According to a report by the Albany Times Union, DII College of Saint Rose head men’s basketball coach Brian Beaury has retired. The 1982 St. Rose grad has been at the helm of his alma mater since 1986, and has compiled a 643-325 career record. Beaury told the Times Union, “It is just time,” Beaury said
Steve Ongley Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Columbia
Steve Ongley will join the Columbia men’s basketball staff as an assistant coach for the 2018-19 season, head coach Jim Engles announced this afternoon. Ongley spent four years as an assistant coach at Colby College in Waterville, Maine, and most recently was the video coordinator at Boston University. “We’re really happy to welcome Steve to
Carnegie Mellon names David Sloan as full-time Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
David Sloan has been announced by head coach Tony Wingen, in his 29th year at the helm of the Carnegie Mellon University’s men’s basketball program, as the full-time assistant coach for the upcoming 2018-2019 season. Sloan will also serve as the Tartans’ recruiting coordinator. “David Sloan is a terrific addition to our staff. His energy
Pruessner Named Associate Head Basketball Coach at Eastern University
Eastern University Men’s Basketball Head Coach and Interim Athletic Director Eric McNelley has picked Dan Pruessner as his top assistant for the 2018-19 Men’s Basketball season. Pruessner joins the Eastern basketball family from Freedom Christian Academy in Fayetteville, N.C. “I am thrilled to have Dan on staff with us,” McNelley said. “He has a great
DII DIRT: Coaching Change made at South Dakota Mines
I can confirm that Jason Henry is no longer the head basketball coach at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. His team was informed of the coaching change last night, but no explanation was given. Henry, who has been the head coach at SD Mines for the past thirteen seasons (162-207), will be replaced
DIII DIRT: Lesley University set to hire former player as new Head Basketball Coach
I can confirm that former Lesley University player Devon Mayo will be named as the Lynx new head basketball coach. I mentioned in yesterday’s Daily Dirt that I believed he was the choice and that has now been confirmed. The 24-year old Mayo was a captain during his playing days, and scored over 1,000 points.
DIII DIRT: Kean University set to announce new Head Basketball Coach
I can confirm that Kean University will name Adam Hutchinson as their new head men’s basketball coach. Hutchinson was most recently an assistant at his alma mater Amherst College. Prior to that, he spent fourteen seasons as the head coach at Washington & Lee University. Hutchinson also spent two seasons as the head coach at
Daily Dirt – 10/15/18
Big day today, as the DIII’s finally start practice. A few things that I’ve heard… Ball State assistant Brian Thornton has departed for a job in enforcement with the NCAA. Thornton, who played at Vanderbilt and Xavier, had been at BSU for the past four seasons. He has also been the DBO at Xavier and
UIC’s McClain and FastModel caught in violation of Ethics Act
Two years ago, Steve McClain (Head Coach – University of Illinois at Chicago) violated the state’s Ethics Act when he received $2,500 from a Chicago company that sells software to UIC and other colleges. The Ethics Act prohibits state employees from taking gifts from vendors. This finding (HERE)— which got very little, if any, public attention
Purdue’s Painter Signs Contract Extension Through 2023-24
Purdue University and head men’s basketball coach Matt Painter have agreed on a two-year contract extension through the 2023-24 season. In addition, effective July 1, 2019, Painter’s contract will convert to a rolling five-year term via automatic one-year extensions that could extend the agreement beyond 2023-24. “Matt Painter is a proven winner, and he wins with integrity,”