Queens University of Charlotte head men’s basketball coach Grant Leonard has signed a five-year contract extension, Director of Athletics Cherie Swarthout announced afternoon. The extension keeps Leonard at the helm of the Royals program through the 2029-30 season, as he just wrapped up his third year putting together the program’s first 20-win season in Division 1. “Grant Leonard has done an
OFFICIAL: Christian named Head Basketball Coach at Bryant
Bryant University President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. and Vice President of Athletics and Recreation Bill Smith are pleased to announce the naming of Jamion Christian as the head men’s basketball coach at the university. The 10th head coach in program history, Christian comes to Bryant from Pallacanestro Trieste of the Italian Professional Basketball League along with prior head coaching positions at George
Sweetney promoted to Associate Head Basketball Coach at D1/D3 St. Francis (PA)
Saint Francis University men’s basketball head coach Luke McConnell has elevated Devin Sweetney to Associate Head Coach. Sweeney returned to his alma mater for the 2024-25 season and helped the Red Flash win its first Northeast Conference (NEC) Tournament Championship in 34 years with a 46-43 win against CCSU on March 11 before the squad played in the NCAA Tournament and
Phillips signs 2-yr contract extension at Utah Valley
Utah Valley University men’s basketball head coach Todd Phillips has signed a two-year contract extension, keeping him at the helm of the Wolverine program through the 2027-28 season. Phillips’ previous contract was set to expire following the 2025-26 campaign. “Coach Phillips has built a championship culture both on and off the court, demonstrating exceptional leadership that resonates
D2 NEWS: Hettinga inks 10-yr contract at Lake Superior State
The Lake Superior State University (LSSU) Department of Athletics has announced a momentous 10-year contract extension for Head Men’s Basketball Coach Steve Hettinga, ensuring his continued leadership of the Lakers through 2035. The agreement, announced by LSSU Athletics Director Tory Lindley, solidifies Hettinga’s place as the longest-tenured and winningest coach in program history. “Coach Hettinga has
Virginia Basketball Staff Update
University of Virginia Dean and Markel Families Men’s Head Basketball Coach Ryan Odom announced the addition of Griff Aldrich as the Cavaliers new associate head coach, and Matt Henry, Bryce Crawford and Darius Theus to his staff as assistant coaches. Griff Aldrich Aldrich, who has a law degree from UVA, reunites with Odom after serving
OFFICIAL: Perry named Head Basketball Coach at Navy
Naval Academy Director of Athletics Chet Gladchuk announced on Wednesday that Jon Perry has been named the 20th head men’s basketball coach at the Naval Academy. Perry will succeed his mentor, Ed DeChellis, who retired on March 19 after 14 seasons at the Naval Academy. “I am confident our team will be a top contender for the league championship next season,”
Palmquist-Clark added to Portland State Basketball Staff
Portland State Men’s Basketball added Gabe Palmquist-Clark to its coaching staff for the 2025-26 season. Palmquist-Clark is a native of Portland with more than a decade of collegiate coaching experience. “Gabe comes highly recommended from several coaches,” said Vikings Coach Jase Coburn. “I have gotten to know Gabe over a period of time in coaching
Mount St. Mary’s extends Lind through 2030-31 season
Following the most successful Division I campaign in program history, Mount St. Mary’s University and Head Men’s Basketball Coach Donny Lind have agreed to a long-term contract extension through the 2030-31 season. In addition to the long-term commitment with Coach Lind, additional program enhancements, including opting-in to the impending NCAA Settlement were announced by President Gerard J.
D2 New Mexico Highlands opens
New Mexico Highlands University has been informed by head men’s basketball coach Michael Dominguez that he is stepping down from that position and will not seek a new contract. Dominguez’s current contract expires on Monday, March 31. Dominguez concludes his six-year tenure as the Cowboys’ head coach with a 66-74 record. He finished the 2024
REPORT: Christian to be named Head Basketball Coach at Bryant
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm a Field of 68 report that Jamion Christian will be named as the new Head Basketball Coach at Bryant. Christian will replace Phil Martelli, Jr, who departed for VCU a few weeks ago. I mentioned Christian as the leaded at Bryant in the DAILY DIRT yesterday morning. Christian
Horner will not return as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Truman State
Truman State University men’s basketball coach Jeff Horner will not return next season. A national search for his successor will begin immediately. The University and Horner have agreed to part ways. Horner led the Bulldogs for seven seasons, during which the team achieved several successes, including an NCAA Division II Elite Eight appearance. Assistant Coach Vince Grier will serve