WIU coach attributes success to player chemistry and Just Play software Despite just hitting .500 last season, the women’s basketball squad at Western Illinois University (26-6) just finished on top of the Summit League standings this year, capping the season with a thrilling overtime win in the conference tournament against IUPUI last Tuesday. As the
John Groce Relieved of Duties as Head Basketball Coach at Illinois
University of Illinois Director of Athletics Josh Whitman announced Saturday that John Groce has been relieved of his duties as head men’s basketball coach effective immediately. Groce averaged 19 wins per year during his five seasons at Illinois, compiling a 95-75 record overall and 37-53 in Big Ten play. He led the Fighting Illini to
New Mexico AD issues statement regarding Head Basketball Coach Craig Neal’s future
New Mexico AD Paul Krebs issued the following statement regarding the future of head basketball coach Craig Neal late this afternoon: In order to end speculation, I’m announcing that Craig Neal will return and coach the men’s basketball team next season. The team went through a very difficult season with several injuries to key players
BREAKING: Miami (OH) Head Basketball Coach John Cooper’s Contract Not Renewed
Miami University Athletics Director David Sayler announced changes to both Miami basketball programs this afternoon. The university is not renewing the contract of men’s head basketball coach John Cooper and is relieving women’s head basketball coach Cleve Wright of his duties. Both changes are effective immediately. “With the support of Miami’s board of trustees and
OFFICIAL: Jones Dismissed as Head Basketball Coach at LSU
Johnny Jones has been relieved of his duties as LSU’s head men’s basketball coach, vice chancellor and director of athletics Joe Alleva announced Friday. Alleva said the decision was made along with consultation with LSU President Dr. F. King Alexander and leadership on the LSU Board of Supervisors. LSU completed its fifth season under Jones
LSU AD Joe Alleva to Hold Press Conference at 11 a.m. CT
LSU Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Joe Alleva will hold a press conference at 11 a.m. CT on Friday, March 10, to make an announcement about the school’s men’s basketball program. It is expected that head basketball coach Johnny Jones has been relived of his duties. More on this after the press conference.
Matthew Graves will return to South Alabama next season
According to AL.com, South Alabama head coach Matthew Graves will return to the Jaguars bench next season. Graves squad finished 14-18 (7-11) this past season, and he now holds a 51-78 mark is his four seasons as the school. The former long-time Butler assistant will have one year remaining on his contract which pays him
Basketball Drills: Mike Lee Baseline Drives with Dr. Dish
Dr. Dish Basketball and Thrive3 Basketball are back at it again with more great basketball drills. Coach Mike Lee will break down 3 great basketball drills that focus on the baseline drive and the different reads players will have. Coach Lee does a great job teaching why it’s important to keep spacing on the floor and
PDF: Kim Anderson’s Buyout from Missouri
Below is a link to the PDF of the official buyout agreement between Kim Anderson and the University of Missouri: KIM ANDERSON / MISSOURI BUYOUT AGREEMENT Anderson will receive a lump sum of $450,000 for liquidated damages and $200,000 for meeting or exceeding the academic accomplishment and social responsibilities. He will also receive the money
OFFICIAL: Bob Williams not retained at UC Santa Barbara
Following up on a report from earlier today… UC Santa Barbara will not retain head men’s basketball coach Bob Williams beyond his current contract, Director of Athletics John McCutcheon announced in a statement on Thursday. “I informed Coach Williams today that the University will not be extending his contract beyond the current term. As I
BREAKING: UMass fires Head Basketball Coach Derek Kellogg
University of Massachusetts Director of Athletics Ryan Bamford announced on Thursday that men’s basketball head coach Derek Kellogg has been relieved of his duties. “Decisions like this are always difficult but after a thorough review of our men’s basketball program, I believe that a leadership change is needed to realize a higher level of competitive
Nebraska AD Tweets Support for Tim Miles
Nebraska AD Shawn Eichorst tweeted his support for head basketball coach Tim Miles immediately following the Huskers season ending 76-67 OT loss to Penn State last night. Nebraska finished the season 12-19 (6-12) Big Ten. Miles, who became the head coach back in 2012, now holds a 75-86 record at the school. In 22 seasons