University at Buffalo Vice President and Director of Athletics Mark Alnutt announced today that Jim Whitesell will not be returning as head men’s basketball coach. “At this time, we felt it was necessary to make a change in leadership of our men’s basketball program,” Alnutt said. “We want to thank Jim for his eight years at UB,
REPORT: Adams, Texas Tech reach $4.1m settlement
According to a report from the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, Texas Tech has “agreed to pay former Red Raiders basketball coach Mark Adams $3.9 million, less taxes and withholdings, plus a $200,000 retention bonus in a legal settlement the two sides reached this week leading up to Adams’ resignation.” Adams resigned earlier this week following his suspension
Brett Nelson out as Men’s Basketball Coach at Holy Cross
The College of the Holy Cross announced today that Brett Nelson, its head men’s basketball coach, will not return for the 2023-2024 season. The College plans to conduct a national search for his successor according to Kit Hughes, associate vice president for intercollegiate athletics. The Crusaders compiled a record of 27-84 overall (21-49 Patriot League record)
OFFICIAL: St. John’s announces change in leadership as Anderson departs
Following up on earlier reports of a change at St. John’s. Here’s the official release from the school: St. John’s Director of Athletics Mike Cragg announced Friday that the University has begun a national search for a new head coach to lead its men’s basketball program. “After fully evaluating the men’s basketball program, our University has decided
Richards named Head Basketball Coach at D3 Huntingdon College
Huntingdon has named Zac Richards as the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Richards joins the Hawks after serving the last ten years under Coach Chris Graves at Birmingham-Southern College. During his time at BSC the Panthers won two conference championships, including a 17-0 run through the conference (only the second time in program history) and
REPORT: St. John’s parts ways with Head Basketball Coach Mike Anderson
According to multiple reports, including one from Jeff Goodman, St. John’s has parted ways with head men’s basketball coach Mike Anderson. Anderson took over at St. John’s back in 2019, and led the Red Storm to a 68-56 (.548) record during his tenure. This past season, Anderson’s squad went 18-15 (7-13 Big East). They knocked
OFFICIAL: Pastner will not return to Georgia Tech
Following up on earlier reports…Here’s the letter that Georgia Tech AD J Batt released confirming that head basketball coach Josh Pastner will not return: Georgia Tech Family, After seven seasons as our Men’s Basketball Head Coach, I have informed Josh Pastner that we are making a change in the leadership of our storied program. Josh
OFFICIAL: Gregory relieved of duties at South Florida
University of South Florida Head Men’s Basketball Coach Brian Gregory has been relieved of his duties effective immediately, Vice President and Director of Athletics Michael Kelly announced today. Gregory concludes his six-year tenure leading the Bulls men’s basketball program with a 79-107 overall record. “Brian has been a true ambassador for the University of South Florida,” Kelly said. “Ultimately,
REPORT: South Florida parts ways with Brian Gregory
Jon Rothstein first with this one… South Florida is expected to part ways with head basketball coach Brian Gregory. The veteran head coach has been at USF for the past six seasons (79-107 -.425). This season, the Bulls went 14-18 (7-11 American). Gregory has spent 19 seasons as a D1 head coach, with stints at
REPORT: Pastner out at Georgia Tech
According to multiple reports, including one from Jon Rothstein, Georgia Tech is expected to part ways with Josh Pastner later this afternoon. Pastner has been the Yellow Jackets head coach for the past seven seasons. He has compiled an 87-113 (.435) record during his tenure, including a 15-18 (6-15 ACC) mark this season. Before taking
Langston extends Men’s Basketball Coach Chris Wright through 2027
Langston University has announced an extension to retain head men’s basketball coach Chris Wright for the next four years, after a remarkable first season with the Lions. The contract extension will be ratified by the Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents in April. “I have never witnessed this magnitude of a program shift in one year,” said Director
BREAKING: ETSU to Part Ways with Head Men’s Basketball Coach Desmond Oliver
East Tennessee State University announced today that head men’s basketball coach Desmond Oliver will not return next season. “I met with Coach Oliver today, and we discussed the program is not meeting the expectations of the Athletics Department.” Dr. Richard Sander, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics for ETSU, said. “We feel that parting ways is the best thing for