Author Archives: The DirtKing

Springmann out as Head Basketball Coach at Oral Roberts

Oral Roberts University announced an immediate change in leadership of the ORU men’s basketball program Friday morning. “After an on-going evaluation of our men’s basketball program, the decision has been made to make a change in our head coaching position, effective immediately,” said ORU AD Tim Johnson. “We want to thank Coach Springmann for his devotion to

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REPORT: Syracuse will bring Autry back next season

According to a CNY Central report, Syracuse head basketball coach Adrian Autry will return next season. The report states that SU AD John Wildhack went on local radio yesterday and said the following: “Adrian will be back next year,” Wildhack said during a local radio appearance on ESPN101 Radio in Syracuse. “But that comes with

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Bolden resigns as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Mississippi College

Randy Bolden has resigned from his position as the Mississippi College men’s head basketball coach and will pursue other opportunities, MC Athletics Director Kenny Bizot announced. Bolden departs the Choctaw men’s basketball program after four seasons, where he put together a 43-70 (.381) record. A search for the next MC men’s head basketball coach begins immediately. https://www.gochoctaws.com/news/2025/3/6/head-mens-basketball-coach-bolden-steps-down.aspx

Roberts out as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Purdue Northwest

Purdue University Northwest Director of Athletics, Rick Costello, has announced a change in leadership for the men’s basketball program. “I want to thank Boomer Roberts for his leadership, dedication and service throughout his time at Purdue Northwest coaching the men’s basketball program,” said Costello. “We wish him the best in his future endeavors.” Roberts served as the Purdue

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Watkins steps down as Head Basketball Coach at Coastal Georgia

After 10 seasons at the helm of the College of Coastal Georgia men’s basketball program, head coach Jesse Watkins has decided to step away from the program and will not return as the head coach next season. “Coastal Georgia deeply appreciates Coach Watkins’ dedication, leadership, and passion for student athlete success and fulfilling Coastal’s mission of transforming

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High Point announces contract extension for Head Basketball Coach Alan Huss

High Point University President Dr. Nido R. Qubein and Vice President and Athletic Director Dan Hauser have announced a contract extension for HPU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Alan Huss. “Coach Huss and his staff have done an extraordinary job building a winning program that is both talented and values-centered,” President Qubein said. “We are delighted to renew his

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OFFICIAL: Lucas named Head Basketball Coach at Miami

The University of Miami has named one of the nation’s most respected assistant coaches and recruiters, Jai Lucas, as its new head men’s basketball coach, Vice President/Director of Athletics Dan Radakovich announced Thursday. Lucas comes to Coral Gables after spending the past three seasons at Duke University, where he has served as associate head coach

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D2 DIRT: Hardin resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Lees-McRae

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Lees-McRae head men’s basketball coach Steve Hardin has announced his resignation via social media. Harden, all-time winningest coach in Lees-McRae history, just completed his 14th season as the Bobcats head coach. More on this move once Lees-McRae makes an official announcement.