The University of Central Arkansas and head men’s basketball coach Russ Pennell have agreed to part ways effective immediately, according to Dr. Brad Teague, UCA’s director of athletics. Pennell, in his sixth season at UCA, has been on a leave of absence for personal reasons since Dec. 16. Teague said Tuesday that Pennell will not
Moore named Assistant Basketball Coach at Union College (KY)
College of Coastal Georgia Men’s Basketball Volunteer Assistant Coach Jared Moore has accepted a position as the assistant coach at Union College in Kentucky. Coach Moore joined the Coastal Georgia Men’s Basketball program prior to the 2017-2018 season. In his two full seasons assisting the team they posted records of 15-13 and 17-14. This season,
Northwestern State’s McConathy nabs 300th career victory
Five Northwestern State scorers reached double figures as the Demons topped the 100-point mark in Southland Conference for the first time in five years Sunday in a 106-79 win against Houston Baptist. The Demons (5-8, 2-2 SLC) made 60 percent from the field and 10-of-20 from the 3-point line in an offensive showcase that totaled
Week 8: 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 8 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 2019-20 college basketball
Reset Your Basketball Mindset For 2020
Many people take the opportunity of a new year to reset their fitness goals. The same should apply for the few months remaining this basketball season and your mindset going into summer. As a coach, player, or parent, use the new year to get back to your routine and feel proud of your efforts. Ignore
Oroszko Elevated to Associate Head Coach at American International College
American International College men’s basketball head coach Andy Burkholder announced that Chris Oroszko has been promoted to associate head coach, effective immediately, on Friday, January 3. “I am extremely excited for Chris, as he has certainly earned the title of Associate Head Coach,” Burkholder said, adding that “Chris’s impact with our student athletes, both on
Rodney Terry Update II
Updating the Rodney Terry situation… We’re glad to hear that Coach Terry has been released from the hospital, and wish him a speedy recovery! Earlier posts about Terry’s recent ordeal are HERE and HERE.
Tim Cluess Update
Iona head basketball coach Tim Cluess released the following letter today regarding his current health situation: We continue to wish him the best as he works to get back to the sidelines.
Rodney Terry Update
UTEP released the following statement late last night on the condition of head basketball coach Rodney Terry:
REPORT: UTEP’s Terry hospitalized in critical condition
According to CBS4’s Lou Romano, UTEP head coach Rodney Terry is in critical condition in a Miami hospital following an allergic reaction. Multiple outlets are reporting that Terry became ill following a team meal on Wednesday night as UTEP was in Miami getting ready to face Florida International today. Assistant coach Kenton Paulino coached the
Hoop Insights: Filip Petrusev and Gonzaga Around the Rim
Through the first several weeks of the season, we’ve seen six teams take the number one spot in the polls. First, Michigan State took the top position in the preseason, followed by Kentucky then Duke. Louisville held it down for a couple of weeks, then Kansas took over for a week before a one-point loss to Villanova.
Week 7: 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 7 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 2019-20 college basketball