Furman head men’s basketball coach Niko Medved has signed a new contract that will keep him in Greenville through the 2021-2022 season, it was announced on Thursday by Furman athletic director Mike Buddie. “It is a great feeling to know that Coach Medved is committed to being our coach well into the future,” said Buddie.
The Coaches Corner with John Colan from Coaches Inc.
This is the first in a series of interviews from John Colan of Coaches Inc. The Coaches Corner will focus on insights from some of the top basketball coaches and administrators in the country. The series kicks off with John and Valparaiso University assistant basketball coach Jackie Manuel.
Polk State Head Coach Matt Furjanic Earns 600th Career Win
Head Coach Matt Furjanic earned his 600th career win as Polk State defeated Red Devil Academy 88-36 in Winter Haven. Asked about the significance of the milestone victory, Furjanic said, “It means a lot of years in coaching, a lot of good players, and a lot of good assistant coaches.” He preferred instead to talk
Taylor Smith promoted to full-time assistant basketball coach at LSU Alexandria
With his days as a LSUA student now behind him, the Generals men’s basketball staff has promoted student assistant coach Taylor Smith to full-time assistant coach. A native of Kiln, Mississippi, Smith prepped at Hancock High School. In the junior college ranks, he served as a manager on the Pearl River Community College men’s basketball
Former University of Cincinnati Standout DerMarr Johnson Added to Bearcats Basketball Staff
Former University of Cincinnati men’s basketball standout DerMarr Johnson has returned to the program as a student assistant coach Bearcats head coach Mick Cronin has announced. Johnson will assist the program while taking classes to complete his degree at UC. “He loves basketball, Cronin said. “It’s a chance for him to pursue his degree. Obviously,
Marshall University Assistant Basketball Coach Chris Duhon Resigns
Following his second arrest in two seasons, Marshall University assistant basketball coach Chris Duhon has resigned. Marshall University officials issued the following statement: “Assistant men’s basketball coach Chris Duhon has resigned his position, effective immediately. As this is a personnel matter, the department will have no further comment.” The former Duke guard has been on
WEEK 10: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by The Hoop Group
Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 10 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by The Hoop Group. The coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by the Hoop Group which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2016-17 college basketball season. Nominations for next week’s award
HOT: Flagler Head Basketball Coach Bo Clark Announces Retirement
After a coaching career that has spanned 36 years, 31 of those at Flagler College, head men’s basketball coach Bo Clark has announced his retirement at the conclusion of the 2016-17 season at a press conference this afternoon in the Flagler Room. “I have had the most incredible tenure at Flagler, but I decided that
Mitch Oliver Earns 200th Career Win
Albertus Magnus College men’s basketball coach Mitch Oliver earns his 200th career victory on Saturday afternoon as the Falcons defeated Anna Maria, 85-82, in Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) action at The Fuller Activity Center. http://albertusfalcons.com/sports/mbkb/2016-17/releases/20170121ngnkkq
Dr. Dish Drill of the Week- Chris Paul Change of Pace Shooting
Coach Mason here bringing you another great Dr. Dish Drill of the Week! This week we are focusing on change of pace scoring and some different options players have out of it. Chris Paul is best known for his playmaking ability, unique moves, and ability to create shots for himself and teammates. These basketball drills
Ryne Lightfoot Named Head Basketball Coach at Bethel College
Following the retirement of Mike Lightfoot, assistant coach Ryne Lightfoot has been named as the head basketball coach at Bethel College. He will officially take over at the conclusion of the 2016-17 season. Ryne Lightfoot, who is currently in his sixth season as an assistant coach, is a 2010 Bethel College graduate where he also
Marshall suspends Assistant Coach Chris Duhon for the second time in two seasons
Marshall University assistant basketball coach Chris Duhon was arrested early Saturday morning by Hurricane, WVa. police on a charge of driving while his license was revoked for driving under the influence. Duhon was previously arrested at the beginning of last season and was suspended by the athletic department for two months (Duhon suspended – 11/30/15).