I have now heard from multiple sources that former Siena assistant basketball coach Greg Manning, Jr. will be named as the video coordinator at the University of Maryland. He will fill the spot vacated by Mark Bialkoski who was elevated to DBO earlier this month. Manning had spent the past five seasons on Jimmy Patsos’
McMahon Receives Contract Extension at Murray State
Dr. Bob Davies, President of Murray State University, announced that the Board of Regents approved his recommendation to extend the contracts of Director of Athletics Allen Ward, Head Men’s Basketball Coach Matt McMahon, and Head Women’s Golf Coach & Senior Woman Administrator Velvet Milkman. “These are three key positions within the Department of Athletics and
Veteran Basketball Coach Jay Pivec Retires
After working in basketball as a head or assistant coach for 1,132 games over 40 seasons, Jay Pivec is ready for life’s next chapter. Pivec told St. Thomas head coach John Tauer this week of his plans to retire from the bench. Family, friends and fishing will help fill the void. Pivec — or Piv
Morosco Named Men’s Basketball Assistant at Barry University
Bill Morosco joins the men’s basketball coaching staff as assistant coach, director of athletics Michael L. Covone announced today. He brings extensive experience in basketball coaching and analysis at several levels of collegiate competition. “I am extremely grateful for the opportunity that Coach (Butch) Estes and Athletic Director Michael Covone have given me,” Morosco said.
OFFICIAL: Lawson Named Head Basketball Coach at Emmanuel College
Following-up on something that I mentioned in yesterday’s New England DIII Dirt… Following a national search, the Emmanuel College Athletic Department is pleased to announce the appointment of Danny Lawson as the Head Men’s Basketball Coach and Assistant Athletic Director. Lawson becomes just the third head coach in the program’s 17-year history and will assume
Daily Dirt: New England DIII Search Updates…
A few updates on some New England DIII searches as I prepare to join all of the old folks at the Hall & Oates concert tonight… Emmanuel College: The Saints have wrapped up their search for a new head coach. I have heard from multiple sources that Danny Lawson is the leader here, and the
Men’s Basketball Staff Change at Montana State
Erick Jackson is no longer an assistant basketball coach at Montana State. Head coach Brian Fish released the following statement: “I want to thank Eric for his service to the Bobcat basketball program. I wish him the best of luck in the future.” Jackson had been on the Bobcats staff since 2016. Before that, he
Hernandez Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Johns Hopkins
Johns Hopkins men’s basketball coach Josh Loeffler has announced the hiring of Ricky Hernandez as an assistant coach for the Blue Jays. Hernandez replaces Maurice Williams, who is now an assistant coach at Division I Longwood. “We are very excited to have Ricky join our program,” said Loeffler. “Ricky has been a part of championships
OFFICIAL: Campbell out; Foley in at Chipola
Following up on a report that HoopDirt.com published earlier today (JUCO DIRT)… Chipola College officials held a press conference Wednesday, June 6, to announce the hiring of Brendan Foley as the new head coach of men’s basketball. Chipola Athletic Director Jeff Johnson, said, “Today is a bittersweet day. We’re closing one chapter in Chipola history
Seattle University Dirt…
I have heard from a great source that Sam Kirby will become an assistant coach at his alma mater Seattle University. He will replace Ryan Madry who departed for Santa Clara a few weeks ago. Kirby has spent the past six seasons on the staff of former Seattle head coach Joe Callero at Cal Poly
JUCO DIRT: Change made at Chipola College
I can confirm that Bret Campbell has resigned as the head basketball coach at Chipola College (FL). He will be replaced by assistant coach Brendan Foley. Campbell had spent the past three seasons at Chipola and led his team to a 22-8 record this past season. Campbell spent ten seasons as the head coach at
Brandon Nicol Resigns as Men’s Basketball Head Coach at Trinity Christian College
The Athletics Department at Trinity has announced the resignation of head men’s basketball coach Brandon Nicol. Nicol has led the Trolls and mentored many student-athletes for the past seven years as well has been a dedicated colleague of the athletics department, which he served in a variety of different duties. Nicol, along with his wife