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McClung named Assistant Basketball Coach at Valpo

After a successful two-year run as the head coach of the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods men’s basketball program, Jesse McClung has joined the Valparaiso University men’s basketball staff as an assistant coach, as announced by head coach Roger Powell Jr. on Wednesday. McClung posted a 53-15 overall record and a 30-4 mark in River States Conference (RSC) play in his two-year stint

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OFFICIAL: Richard Pitino named Head Basketball Coach at Xavier

Following up on last nights reports. Richard Pitino has officially been named as the head men’s basketball coach at Xavier. Here’s the official statement from Xavier: Xavier University Vice President and Director of Athletics Greg Christopher announced tonight that Richard Pitino will be the new Sedler Family Men’s Basketball Head Coach. Pitino has been the head coach at the

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Lievense announces retirement as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Barton College

Ron Lievense has announced his retirement after 29 years as the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Barton College, school officials announced today.  Associate Head Coach Joel Zimmerman has been named Interim Head Coach for the 2025-26 season. Lievense, who has been at the helm of the Bulldogs since the 1996-97 season, leaves as the school’s all-time winningest coach, compiling

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Daily Dirt – 3/26/25

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Breaking down some assistants on the move and a few small college search updates: Assistants on the move… Tennessee Martin I have heard that John Aiken is departing the staff at Tennessee Martin to enter the private sector. Aiken was hired last spring. He had previously served as the interim head

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Jacksonville elevates Pierce to Associate Head Basketball Coach

The Jacksonville Dolphins have announced a promotion for assistant coach Troy Pierce. Tuesday, the Dolphins promoted Pierce to associate head coach effective immediately. Pierce is entering his fourth season with the Dolphins after joining the program in 2022. “This promotion is a testament to Troy Pierce‘s dedication, leadership and impact on our program,” head coach Jordan Mincy said. “His

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REPORT: Richard Pitino to Xavier

According to a Jon Rothstein report, New Mexico’s Richard Pitino will become the next head basketball coach at Xavier. He would replace Sean Miller who departed for Texas on Sunday. More on this move as it continues to develop…