The Amherst College Athletics Department and the Mammoths’ men’s basketball program have announced the hiring of Jesse Flannery as an assistant coach. “I am excited to have Jesse as a part of our program here at Amherst College,” commented head coach Marlon Sears. “Jesse’s playing experience at Johns Hopkins University as well as his time
OFFICIAL: Minnesota fires Richard Pitino
University of Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced this evening that the University has parted ways with men’s basketball coach Richard Pitino. Statement from Mark Coyle “I recently met with Richard and told him that we were moving in a different direction. Richard is a tremendous person and coach, and I want to thank him,
Iowa State and Prohm Agree To Part Ways
Iowa State and men’s basketball coach Steve Prohm have agreed to part ways. Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard met Prohm in person Monday night. Pollard will have additional comment Tuesday. Prohm, compiled a 97-95 record in six seasons with the Cyclones, but his 2020-21 club was 2-22 overall. Prohm led Iowa State to three NCAA
OFFICIAL: DePaul Announces Change in Leadership of Men’s Basketball Program
DePaul Director of Athletics DeWayne Peevy announced today a change in the leadership of the men’s basketball program. Dave Leitao has been relieved of his duties as head coach and finishes his DePaul coaching career after nine seasons in Lincoln Park between two stints. “After evaluating where our men’s basketball program is currently and where we
OFFICIAL: Penn State tabs Shrewsberry as new Head Basketball Coach
Penn State Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Sandy Barbour announced Monday the hiring of Purdue Associate Head Coach Micah Shrewsberry as the 14th men’s basketball head coach in Penn State history. Shrewsberry comes to Penn State with a wealth of experience as an assistant coach for a pair of nationally ranked programs and in the
Garvin’s contract not renewed at SC State
South Carolina State head basketball coach Murray Garvin was informed today that his contact will not be renewed. Garvin released the following on Twitter: Garvin had spent the past nine seasons at South Carolina State, where he went 86-185 (.317). This past season, the Bulldogs went 1-17 (1-7 MEAC). More on this when SC State
Week 16: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions
By AJ Nelson, HoopDirt.com staff writer Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 16 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions. These coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Just Play Solutions which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2020-21 college basketball
Iowa’s McCaffery Receives Contract Extension
University of Iowa head men’s basketball coach Fran McCaffery has signed a four-year extension to his current contract. The agreement was announced today by Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair Gary Barta. McCaffery is now signed through the 2027-28 competitive season. His base salary remains unchanged for the next two seasons,
OFFICIAL: Grant named Head Basketball Coach at Boston College
William V. Campbell Director of Athletics Pat Kraft has named Earl Grant as The Clement and Elizabeth Izzi Family Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Boston College. Grant brings an impressive track record to BC after he turned the College of Charleston men’s basketball program into a consistent championship contender in the Colonial Athletic Association. Under Grant’s
Indiana fires Archie Miller
Statement from Indiana University Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Scott Dolson: “As the Director of Athletics, I wanted to wait until the conclusion of the season before evaluating the leadership of our men’s basketball program. In the days following the completion of our season in the Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament, I have
HoopDirt.com March Madness Challenge
March Madness is back! After not having the chance to fill out tournament brackets last year due to COVID-19, we are fired-up to be back at it this year! Come test your skills vs some of the best college basketball minds in the country by joining the 2021 HoopDirt.com March Madness Challenge. To join, head over
3/13/21: UPDATED College Basketball Coaching Changes Tracker
It’s been a busy few weeks. Here’s the latest HoopDirt.com College Basketball Coaching Changes Tracker, with updates at the D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JUCO levels. Changes so far: D1: 20 D2: 6 D3: 7 NAIA: 3 JUCO: 8