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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

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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

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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

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Official Statement from William & Mary on Shaver dismissal

Following up on the earlier news of the firing of Tony Shaver at William & Mary. The college has released the following statement: William & Mary Director of Athletics Samantha K. Hugeannounced today that head men’s basketball coach Tony Shaverwill not be retained.  The Tribe season ended Sunday in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Quarterfinals,

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Rowe to be retained at James Madison

Heading off any speculation of what the off season may bring for the James Madison men’s basketball program, Director of Athletics Jeff Bourne released the following statement today announcing his support for head coach Louis Rowe; JMU Nation,  As we sit in the heart of March Madness and with our spring sports fully in action,

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Auburn suspends assistant coach Bowman

Auburn has released the following statement regarding the status of assistant men’s basketball coach Ira Bowman; “As we continue to gather information regarding a situation that recently arose, it is important that we be thorough and proactive, yet prudent and cautious. Therefore, Ira Bowman will not coach or participate in any responsibilities with the men’s

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Ohio parts ways with Head Basketball Coach Saul Phillips

Ohio Director of Athletics Jim Schaus announced today that the contract of men’s basketball head coach Saul Phillips will not be renewed. “We are making a change in the leadership of our men’s basketball program,” said Schaus. “I do not believe that our men’s basketball program, that has a rich tradition of excellence, is where we need to be

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Haggerty resigns as Men’s Basketball Coach at Midwestern State

Midwestern State’s Nelson Haggerty resigned as men’s basketball coach Tuesday afternoon. The announcement ends a 10-year association with MSU Texas which produced 209 wins, seven NCAA Division II tournament appearances, five Lone Star Conference championships and three Elite Eight showings. “We have been honored to be a part of Coach Haggerty’s career path, and we

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