Gus Argenal, one of the most accomplished rising coaches in men’s college basketball, has been named the 12th head coach in UC Riverside men’s basketball history (ninth in its NCAA Division I era) after an extensive nationwide search led by Katy Young Staudt of TurnkeyZRG, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Wesley Mallette announced today Argenal is taking over
Former D1 Head Coach Brian Gregory named General Manager of Phoenix Suns
Brian Gregory has been named as the general manager of the Phoenix Suns. “Brian has been a valuable member of our front office, playing an integral role in drafting and developing our young players,” said Mat Ishbia, owner of the Phoenix Suns. “I am excited for him to step in to the role of general manager. He
Ashton Hopp named Men’s Basketball Director of Operations at Arkansas State
Arkansas State men’s basketball head coach Ryan Pannone announced Thursday the hiring of Ashton Hopp to his 2025-26 staff as Director of Operations. Hopp – who joins her husband Zachary Hopp on the A-State staff – comes to Jonesboro after spending the previous three seasons on the Ole Miss women’s basketball staff, including this past year as
Furr named Head Basketball Coach at D2 Barry University
Justin Furr returns to Barry University as the head men’s basketball coach after spending the last seven seasons as an NCAA Division I assistant at Florida Gulf Coast and Indiana State, director of athletics Dr. Scott Smith announced today. “This is an exciting day for the BarryU men’s basketball program,” Smith said. “Justin was a huge part of
Duke hires Evan Bradds as Assistant Basketball Coach
Duke men’s basketball head coach Jon Scheyer announced on Thursday the hiring of Evan Bradds as an assistant coach, bringing a strong background in player development and NBA coaching experience to the Blue Devils’ staff. Bradds joins Duke after serving as an assistant coach with the Utah Jazz, where he was hired in 2022 by head coach Will Hardy.
Former Minnesota assistant Kemp takes over as Head Basketball Coach at MSU Moorhead
MSU Moorhead has announced that Jason Kemp will become the 15th head men’s basketball coach in program history. Kemp has been in the coaching profession for over 20 years, beginning with MSUM in 2004. “It is with great excitement that I accept the opportunity to be the next Head Coach at Minnesota State University Moorhead. I
OFFICIAL: Boone named Head Basketball Coach at South Plains
Following up on something I mentioned on Tuesday (JUCO DIRT). Cinco Boone has officially been hired as the head basketball coach at NJCAA D1 South Plains College. Here’s the release from SPC: South Plains College is excited to announce Patrick “Cinco” Boone as the new head men’s basketball coach. Boone, widely regarded for his leadership
Ragland inks contract extension at Evansville
Head Men’s Basketball Coach David Ragland has signed a contract extension, University of Evansville Athletics Director Dr. Kenneth “Ziggy” Siegfried announced on Wednesday. “Coach Ragland is someone who does things the right way, on and off the court. He understands the deep impact our men’s basketball program has on the University of Evansville, the community, and those
Clinton College hires Jamir Cheek as Head Men’s Basketball Coach
The Clinton College athletic department and AD Vincent Robinson is proud to announce the hiring of Jamir Cheek as the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Cheek brings a winning pedigree and a deep connection to Clinton, having previously served as an assistant coach during the 2023–2024 season, where he played a key role in leading
D3 NEWS: VanderWal departs Marietta; Named Head Basketball Coach at Trine
Trine University has selected Jon VanderWal, a veteran coach with a history of NCAA tournament success, to head its men’s basketball program. VanderWal compiled a 341-150 (.695) record in 18 years at Marietta College in Marietta, Ohio. Under his leadership, the Pioneers reached the NCAA Tournament nine times, with a record of 14-9 in tournament
Richardson named Assistant Basketball Coach at Xavier
Story Courtesy: Tom Eiser, Xavier Athletic Communications Xavier University men’s basketball head coach Richard Pitino announced today he has hired Kareem Richardson as an Assistant Coach. Richardson spent the past three seasons at North Carolina State under Kevin Keatts. Richardson is no stranger to Xavier, having spent the 2011-12 season under Chris Mack, helping lead XU to the 2012 NCAA Sweet
Tang adds Veteran Coach Bill Peterson to K-State Basketball Staff
Kansas State Head Basketball Coach Jerome Tang has announced the hiring of Bill Peterson as an assistant coach. It’s a reunion of sorts. Peterson coached alongside Tang while at Baylor from 2017-22 where they helped guide the Bears to the 2021 NCAA Championship. “Every coach, player, and person associated with K-State basketball will be better