Northwest Mississippi Community College has selected John Redman as the next head coach of the men’s basketball program, athletic director Jake Gordon announced Thursday. Redman joins the Rangers from Delta State University, where he spent the past seven seasons with the Statesmen as the associate head coach for Mike Nienaber’s coaching staff. “I am proud, honored and humbled to
Lindsey named Head Basketball Coach at NAIA Loyola New Orleans
A familiar face is returning to the Loyola University New Orleans Men’s Basketball bench, as Assistant Vice President of Athletics Brett Simpson announced the hiring of Trey Lindsey as the program’s 20th head coach on Thursday. “We’re thrilled to welcome Trey Lindsey back to Loyola,” Simpson said. “He had a significant impact on our success
Hamilton added to NC State Basketball Staff
NC State men’s basketball head coach Will Wade announced that he has added Vernon Hamilton to his staff as an assistant coach. Hamilton has previously worked with Wade at McNeese and at LSU and Wade was a student manager and graduate assistant during Hamilton’s playing career at Clemson. “I’ve known Vernon since we were both
Leonard signs 5-yr extension at Queens University of Charlotte
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.