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Omaha Head Coach Chris Crutchfield to miss tonight’s game

Omaha Vice Chancellor / Director of Athletics Adrian Dowell released the following statement regarding tonight’s (Dec. 16) men’s basketball non-conference game vs. York: “Omaha Men’s Basketball head coach Chris Crutchfield will not be present at tonight’s non-conference game vs. York as he recovers from a successful previously-scheduled medical procedure. Associate head coach Kyan Brown will serve as our acting

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Izzo becomes highest paid basketball coach in Big Ten with $1m/yr raise

The Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees approved a contract amendment for men’s basketball head coach Tom Izzo. The amendment recognizes Coach Izzo’s Hall of Fame legacy and demonstrates a shared commitment to achieving continued success. The updated contract gives Izzo a $1 million raise, raising his compensation from $6.2 million to $7.2 million per year. The contract, which renews annually, goes into effect

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Doty signs contract extension at Houston Christian

Houston Christian University and Craig Doty, Ann and James Sears Bryant Head Men’s Basketball Coach, have agreed to a three-year contract extension that locks Doty in as the Huskies’ head coach through the 2029-30 season. “I’m deeply grateful to President Sloan and Athletic Director Steve Moniaci for the continued trust and belief they’ve shown in me and our

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