Elijah Gurash has been hired to take over leadership of the Linfield University men’s basketball program, director of athletics Scott Brosius announced. “I’m thrilled to welcome Elijah Gurash as our new men’s basketball coach,” said Brosius. “His passion, experience, and commitment to excellence align perfectly with our vision for the program moving forward. He is the perfect leader and person
Wagers named Assistant Basketball Coach at Navy
Scott Wagers, who has been part of seven postseason coaching staffs in his 23 seasons as a college coach, has been named an assistant coach for the Navy men’s basketball team. Head coach Jon Perry, who played under and coached alongside Wagers when they were at East Tennessee State, made the announcement today. “Scott Wagers is
NAIA NEWS: Gingerich takes over as Athletic Director and Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Goshen College
Dwight Gingerich, who has more than four decades of coaching and educational leadership experience and a track record of success, has been named as Goshen College’s new athletic director and head men’s basketball coach. Gingerich, a member of the Iowa High School Basketball Hall of Fame who currently serves as head of school and head
Prewett announces departure from Auburn Basketball Staff
Auburn assistant basketball coach Chad Prewett has announced that he is departing the Auburn Basketball staff after eleven seasons, and will pursue “a new calling” in the ministry. Prewett posted the following farewell on social media: During Prewett’s tenure at Auburn, the Tigers collected 244 victories, six NCAA Tournament appearances, five conference championships, and two
Ramon added as Assistant Basketball Coach at Iona
Iona University men’s basketball head coach Dan Geriot announced the hiring of Ronald Ramon as an assistant coach for the Gaels. A Bronx native with a decorated playing and coaching background, Ramon joins the Maroon & Gold after four successful seasons at Fordham University. “Ronald brings a high-level basketball IQ, elite player development experience, and a tremendous ability
Longwood Basketball Staff Update
Longwood head men’s basketball coach Ronnie Thomas announced the addition of Emmanuel Matey and Adam Simmons to the men’s basketball staff today. Matey comes to Longwood as an assistant following his time at Campbell, and Simmons joins the staff as the Director of Basketball Operations after two seasons at Vanderbilt. Matey spent the past two seasons on staff at Campbell. In
Morehouse hires Larry Dixon as new Head Basketball Coach
Morehouse College has announced the hiring of Larry Dixon as the 14th head men’s basketball coach in program history, a milestone move that marks a significant new chapter for the Maroon Tigers. Dixon, a veteran coach with ties to North Carolina State University, brings over two decades of experience at the collegiate level and becomes
OFFICIAL: Pietrack named Head Basketball Coach at Ferris State
Following up on something that I first mentioned yesterday (D2 DIRT)…Bobby Pietrack’s hiring at D2 Ferris State is now official. Here’s the announcement by FSU: A new era will begin for the Ferris State University men’s basketball program as one of NCAA Division II’s winningest coaches in recent history, Bobby Pietrack, has been tabbed as the
Westerlund named Head Basketball Coach at Penn State Abington
The Penn State Abington men’s basketball program will have a new head coach on the sidelines for the 2025-26 season and beyond as Sean Westerlund was named the Nittany Lions’ head coach announced by Erin Foley, Director of Athletics, Intramurals and Recreation. “After an extended search I am pleased to announce that Sean Westerlund will be our
D3 NEWS: Carleton adds Erickson as Assistant Basketball Coach
Carleton Head Men’s Basketball Coach Ryan Kershaw announced the addition of Grant Erickson to the Knights coaching staff for the 2025-26 season. “We are thrilled to add Grant to our program for the upcoming season,” said Kershaw. “I’ve known Grant dating back to his days as a high school player at Lakeville North and followed his career while
Underwood agrees to new 6-yr deal at Illinois
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood has agreed to a new six-year contract through the end of the 2030-31 season, Illinois Director of Athletics Josh Whitman announced Tuesday. The agreement is pending University of Illinois Board of Trustees approval at its meeting May 22. “I am grateful to Brad and Susan for their commitment to the University of Illinois and Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball,”
Steve Donahue named Associate Head Basketball Coach at St. Joe’s
Saint Joseph’s men’s basketball head coach Billy Lange announced the hiring of veteran mentor Steve Donahue as associate head coach on Tuesday. Donahue brings more than three decades of Division I experience to the Hawks’ bench. “We are thrilled to add coach Donahue to our staff and culture,” said Lange. “Steve brings a wealth of head coaching experience