McPherson College Athletics Director, Andrew Ehling, has announced that Men’s Basketball Coach Tim Swartzendruber has resigned to become the next athletic director at Pratt Community College. Swartzendruber has been at the helm of the Bulldog men’s basketball program for the past 11 seasons, and has been a head basketball coach for the past 37 Years. He started his
OFFICIAL: Dunleavy will not return as Head Basketball Coach at Tulane
Tulane University Director of Athletics Troy Dannen announced today that men’s basketball head coach Mike Dunleavy Sr., will not return for the 2019-20 season. “Over the last few weeks, I completed a comprehensive evaluation of our program,” Dannen said. “My conclusion was a leadership change was necessary in order to maximize the potential of not only our
OFFICIAL: App State releases Head Basketball Coach Jim Fox from contract
Appalachian State Director of Athletics Doug Gillin announced Friday that head men’s basketball coach Jim Fox has been released from his contract following his fifth season at the helm of the Mountaineers’ program. “I want to thank Jim and his staff for all they have done for our basketball program,” Gillin said. “Jim inherited a
OFFICIAL: Billy Kennedy will not return to Texas A&M
Following up on a report from Tuesday…. Texas A&M Director of Athletics Scott Woodward announced that Billy Kennedy will not return as head coach of Texas A&M men’s basketball. Kennedy coached eight seasons at Texas A&M, posting a record of 151-116. “Billy’s tenure included some great memories and remarkable achievements,” Woodward said. “He represented our
UNLV fires Head Basketball Coach Marvin Menzies
UNLV Director of Athletics Desiree Reed-Francois announced today that Marvin Menzies will no longer serve as head men’s basketball coach. Menzies completed his third season in Las Vegas with an overall mark of 17-14. “I want to thank Coach Menzies for calming the waters and building a strong foundation for our men’s basketball program over
OFFICIAL: Joseph released at George Washington
George Washington University Director of Athletics and Recreation Tanya Vogel announced today that Maurice Joseph will not return as head coach of the men’s basketball program. In three seasons, Joseph compiled a 44-57 record, including 9-24 in 2018-19. GW saw its season end on Thursday with a loss in the second round of the Atlantic
Oregon Announces Contract Extension for Altman
University of Oregon Director of Athletics Rob Mullens announced today that the UO has agreed to terms and is finalizing a contract extension with head men’s basketball coach Dana Altman, pending Board of Trustees approval. The agreement runs through the 2025-26 season and is funded from athletic sources. “Dana and Reva Altman are an important
OFFICIAL: Washington State fires Ernie Kent
Washington State University Director of Athletics Pat Chun announced Thursday that Men’s Head Basketball Coach Ernie Kent will not return as head coach of the Cougars next season. “I met with Ernie earlier today and let him know I would be making a change in the leadership of our basketball program,” said Chun. “We appreciate
OFFICIAL: Sanderson resigns at Freed-Hardeman
Following up on something that I mentioned earlier in today’s Daily Dirt… Freed-Hardeman University (TN) head basketball coach Jim Sanderson stepped down from his position on Wednesday. The head coach spent three season at the helm of the Lions program. “I want to thank Freed-Hardeman University and coach (Mike) McCutchen for the opportunity to lead
Buffalo’s Oats inks 5-year extension
The University at Buffalo and men’s basketball coach Nate Oats have agreed to a new five-year contract through the 2024 season, Director of Athletics Mark Alnutt announced today. The new contract makes Oats the highest paid coach in the Mid-American Conference with an annual salary of $837,000 which includes a base salary of $612,000 and
Ireland Named Head Basketball Coach at Dalton State
Alex Ireland shed the title of interim basketball coach, making him the third head coach in Roadrunner history, the Athletic Department announced Thursday. “I am pleased to announce Alex Ireland as our basketball coach,” said Interim Chief of Staff Jon Jaudon. “Alex demonstrates a commitment to the mission and values of the College and Athletic
Dr. Dish Skill Builder Workout: Combo Shooting Workout with Mike Dunn
Our friend and shooting guru Mike Dunn is back in the Dish Lab with a great combo shooting workout! Throughout this workout Mike gives us great pro-tips on how to maximize your time in the gym. This workout consists of 5 shooting drills totaling 115 shots: 2 point spot shooting (25 shots) Free throws (20