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D2 DIRT: Mercy University (NY) opens

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Chris Watts is no longer the head basketball coach at D2 Mercy University (NY). Watts had been the head coach at Mercy for the past three seasons, and served as an assistant at D2 Bridgeport before that. During his tenure with the Mavericks, Watts went 15-62 including

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Daily Dirt – 4/14/25

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Hanging out at the NJCAA convention for a few days. Great organization, great people. Here are a few things that I’ve heard while collecting as many open bar tickets as I can… Sun Belt Program Set to Add New Assistant from Big 12 Staff I have heard that Georgia State will

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Kyle Guy added to Nevada Basketball Staff

Nevada Men’s Basketball is proud to announce the addition of Kyle Guy to its coaching staff, effective April 2025. A former NCAA Champion, NBA guard, and international standout, Guy brings a wealth of experience at the game’s highest levels and a proven track record in player development, scouting, and leadership. “I’m beyond excited for a fresh

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Clayman promoted to Head Basketball Coach at High Point

High Point University President Nido R. Qubein announced the hiring of Flynn Clayman as the new men’s basketball head coach.  “As Associate Head Coach, Flynn Clayman has played a pivotal role in HPU’s recruiting and offensive success during the past 2 seasons,” President Qubein said. “Players appreciate his leadership, and his values align with the values of our university.

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Owen inks 3-yr extension at Lenoir-Rhyne

Lenoir-Rhyne University has announced that Brent Owen has signed a new three-year contract extension to remain as head men’s basketball coach through April 2028. Owen, who just completed his first year as Lenoir-Rhyne’s head coach, led the team to a record-breaking season, finishing 29-6, winning the South Atlantic Conference (SAC) Tournament Championship, the NCAA DII Southeast Regional Championship,

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Utah adds Schiller to Men’s Basketball Staff

Utah head men’s basketball coach Alex Jensen taps into his vast network and named Martin Schiller as an assistant coach on Friday. “I’m excited to have Martin join our staff here in Salt Lake City,” said Jensen. “Martin has a great basketball mind having coached at various levels of the game both in the US and internationally.

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Moore named Assistant Basketball Coach at Penn

The University of Pennsylvania’s new John R. Rockwell Head Coach of Men’s Basketball, Fran McCaffery, has announced the hiring of Ronald Moore to his staff as an assistant coach. A standout player for McCaffery at Siena College, Moore makes his college coaching debut with the Quakers after a long professional career in Europe that saw him

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JUCO DIRT: Shelton State opens

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Reco Dawson is no longer the head men’s basketball coach at NJCAA D1 Shelton State. Dawson had been the Bucs head coach for the past three seasons, leading the program to a 38-46 mark during his tenure. Prior to his time at Shelton State, Dawson spent ten

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