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).
BREAKING: West Virginia Wesleyan and Head Basketball Coach Gary Nottingham Part Ways
West Virginia Wesleyan College and head basketball coach Gary Nottingham have agreed that he will no longer serve as the college’s men’s head basketball coach. In a statement released today, the school said: Wesleyan appreciates Coach Nottingham’s contributions to the basketball program during the past 2 ½ seasons and we wish him all of the best
Technology is changing the way athletes learn
I remember my first fall football camp at Kansas, walking into the locker room after our first session of position meetings and everyone was carrying their giant 3-ring binder that contained a couple hundred pages of plays, notes and terminology for that season’s scheme. My locker was with all of the quarterbacks, and I specifically
Bill Nelson Earns 600th Win
Head coach Bill Nelson earned his 600th career win on Wednesday night as the Johns Hopkins men’s basketball team beat host Washington College, 75-71. Hopkins led wire-to-wire and it looked like the Blue Jays would win easily for Nelson’s milestone win. Nelson is 18th Coach in NCAA Division III History to Win 600 Games. http://www.hopkinssports.com/sports/m-baskbl/recaps/011817aaa.html
Alabama Huntsville Head Coach Lennie Acuff Nets 500th Career Victory
University of Alabama in Huntsville head men’s basketball coach Lennie Acuff reached a career milestone on Thursday night, logging his 500th victory in his 27th season and his 20th year at the helm of the UAH program. Acuff , who ranks third all-time in the Gulf South Conference victories with 383 in the league –