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
Rob Pryor not retained as Head Basketball Coach at Shenandoah University
Shenandoah University Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Doug Zipp announced Wednesday that the decision has been made to make a change in the leadership of the men’s basketball program and he will not issue a new contract to head men’s basketball coach Rob Pryor. Pryor recently completed his sixth season at the helm of the SU
Mark Fox receives vote of confidence from UGA AD
University of Georgia AD Greg McGarity released the following statement. It is in response to a Yahoo! Sports report about the future of head basketball coach Mark Fox: “We are NOT in the process of exploring our options to replace Mark Fox. We look forward to Mark leading our program next year and all our
Ohio State AD Gene Smith releases statement of support for Head Basketball Coach Thad Matta
Ohio State Athletic Director Gene Smith released the following statement today regarding the future of Buckeyes Head Basketball Coach Thad Matta: “Recently, Thad and I had a great discussion regarding the future of our Men’s Basketball Program,” Smith said. “Thad’s record at Ohio State is an outstanding 337-122; a winning percentage of .734. He is
BRIAN BARONE: Self Awareness in Coaching…Referees and Slug Bugs
“Slug bug…1 point!” “BLUE slug bug…that is my point not yours!” “I said it first!” “You didn’t say the right color…those are the rules.” “If I call it out first, but didn’t say the color does it still count, dad?” “No…you have to say the color too otherwise it doesn’t count.” “Last time you counted
Willie Hayes Resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Alabama A&M
Alabama A&M Men’s Basketball Head Coach Willie Hayes has announced his resignation, effective immediately. Hayes, who played at Alabama A&M, was head coach for six years and also served as an assistant coach. “We thank Coach Hayes for his service and commitment to Alabama A&M University,” Director of Athletics Bryan Hicks said. “We wish him
Adams out, Williams in at the University of Northwestern Ohio
After a 37 year coaching career, the University of Northwestern Ohio Men’s Basketball Head Coach, Chris Adams, is stepping down to fully focus on his role as the Athletic Director at UNOH. Adams states, “I am ‘retiring’ from coaching so I can give all my attention to the Athletic Director position due to the sheer
OFFICIAL: Cleveland State Head Coach Gary Waters Announces Retirement
We mentioned Gary Water’s departure from Cleveland State earlier this afternoon. Just wanted to pass along the official release from the school: Gary Waters, the all-time leader in wins at Cleveland State University, announced his retirement as the head coach of the men’s basketball program today. Waters has spent the last 11 seasons as the
BREAKING: Youngstown State Head Coach Jerry Slocum Retires
Youngstown State University men’s basketball head coach Jerry Slocum today announced his retirement from coaching after 42 years on the bench, including the last 12 (2005-17) at YSU. “After 42 years of head coaching, I have been blessed and honored to have coached so many great young men and the privilege of working alongside some great
OFFICIAL: Quinnipiac University Announces Men’s Basketball Coaching Change
Following up on a report from earlier today… Quinnipiac University Director of Athletics & Recreation Greg Amodio has announced that Tom Moore has been relieved of his duties as Quinnipiac’s men’s basketball head coach, as announced on Tuesday, Mar. 7, 2017. The decision comes at the end of the Bobcats’ season following the team’s loss
Kevin Muff Resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Pittsburg State
Pittsburg State University athletic director Jim Johnson announced that he has accepted the resignation of men’s basketball head coach Kevin Muff. Muff led the Gorillas the past seven seasons (2011-17), compiling a 97-102 (.487) record in his tenure at Pitt State. His 2016-17 squad wrapped up a 5-22 season on Feb. 25. Muff, a native