The University of Montana Western Athletics Department has removed the interim tag and named Patrick Jensen as the next head coach of the men’s basketball program. “As I was thinking about our next head coach, I wanted to find someone that could build a program long term, develop a culture of winning and most importantly, have a
OFFICIAL: Beard named Head Basketball Coach at Ole Miss
Ole Miss has officially named Chris Beard as their new Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Here’s the release from the school: A four-time conference coach of the year and 2019 national coach of the year, Chris Beard will bring his long run of success to Oxford and the SEC, as he has been named the 23rd head
REPORT: Chris Beard headed to Ole Miss
According to a Jeff Goodman report, Ole Miss is expected to hire Chris Beard as their new head men’s basketball coach. Beard would replace Kermit Davis who was released back on February 24th. Beard spent 1+ years at Texas before being fired on January 5th following his arrest on a felony domestic family violence charge
OFFICIAL: Austin Peay names Gipson Head Basketball Coach
Following up on the earlier report of Northwestern State’s Corey Gipson heading to Austin Peay. Here’s the official press release from APSU: Corey Gipson is coming home. Vice President and Director of Athletics Gerald Harrison announced Sunday that Gipson has been named the 14th head men’s basketball coach in Austin Peay State University history. Austin
D3 DIRT: Linfield U opens amidst turmoil
Shanan Rosenberg is no longer the head men’s D3 Linfield University, following weeks of turmoil. Rosenberg was suspended following an incident at a game on February 18th, where he allegedly got into a verbal altercation with a parent behind Linfield’s bench. The Oregonian is reporting that “In a letter sent to the university’s board of
BREAKING: Will Wade named Head Basketball Coach at McNeese State
We’ve been talking about this one for the past few days. It’s now official – Will Wade is the new Head Basketball Coach at McNeese State. Here’s the statement that McNeese just released: McNeese has named former LSU head coach Will Wade as its next men’s basketball coach, Director of Athletics Heath Schroyer announced Sunday
Isaac Brown out as Head Basketball Coach at Wichita State
According to multiple reports, including one from Jon Rothstein, Wichita State has parted ways with head basketball coach Isaac Brown. Brown led the Shockers for 2+ seasons, putting together a 48-34 (.585) record. He took over in November 2020 following the resignation of Gregg Marshall. This past season, his squad went 17-15 (9-9 American). More
Western Kentucky’s Stansbury resigns
Rick Stansbury will not be returning as WKU’s head men’s basketball coach. “After giving this much thought, I have made the decision that I need to step away as head coach at Western Kentucky,” said Stansbury. “This past season has been a challenging one, and I need some time to step away from things and focus
Whitesell out as Head Basketball Coach at Buffalo
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