Texas A&M University-Commerce President Dr. Ray M. Keck has named Sam Walker Executive Director of Alumni Engagement. In this new role, Walker – a 1993 graduate of East Texas State University – will have direct influence in expanding alumni engagement, supporting chapter formulation, and facilitating strategic undergraduate recruiting initiatives in the vibrant North Texas region.
Tom Church Hired as IU Kokomo Men’s Basketball Coach
Indiana University Kokomo has announced the appointment of Tom Church as its men’s basketball coach. Church previously was head men’s basketball coach at Saint Joseph’s College, Rensselaer. Athletic Director Greg Cooper said Church brings the leadership style, professionalism, and coaching background to lead the program into the next phase of its growth. “I could not
OFFICIAL: Mike Rhoades to become Head Basketball Coach at VCU
VCU will introduce Mike Rhoades as men’s basketball coach Wednesday at an 11:30 a.m. press conference at the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center. Rhoades, who served as an assistant coach and associate head coach at VCU from 2009-14, will become the 12th head coach in program history. He returns to VCU
Dr. Dish Skill Builder: Manu Ginobili Dribble Step Move Workout
Dr. Dish Basketball is back at it again with another amazing Skill Builder workout combining basketball drills and conditioning. In this workout we will focus on one of Manu Ginobili’s favorite moves which is the hard dribble step. This move can be used in fast break situations, in the half court, and in any individual
BREAKING: Jim Crutchfield Named Head Basketball Coach at Nova Southeastern
The dawn of a new era is about to take place for the Nova Southeastern University men’s basketball program. On Tuesday, March 21, Director of Athletics Michael Mominey has announced the hiring of NCAA coaching legend Jim Crutchfield as the next head coach. Crutchfield takes over the Sharks men’s basketball program after 13 successful seasons
Jordan Fair Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Louisville
Jordan Fair, a program assistant for the past year on the University of Louisville men’s basketball staff, has been named as an assistant coach on head coach Rick Pitino’s staff. “I first came across Jordan while recruiting some of his players at Oldsmar,” said Pitino. “I was extremely impressed with his practice, his organizational skills
OFFICIAL: Pat Kelsey named Head Basketball Coach at UMass
Pat Kelsey has been named the 22nd head coach in University of Massachusetts men’s basketball history, it was announced by Director of Athletics Ryan Bamford on Tuesday. “I am thrilled to welcome Pat Kelsey and his family to the University of Massachusetts,” Bamford said. “Pat has been an important piece of some highly-successful programs throughout
Bob Jones U. Head Coach Neal Ring resigns basketball post; will remain as Athletic Director
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced today that Dr. Neal Ring, who has served concurrently as the BJU Bruins athletic director and men’s basketball team head coach since 2012, will now serve solely as the athletic director. “It’s not often that someone can say they’ve started an intercollegiate sports program from scratch, but Neal
East Carolina’s Lebo to return next season
Jeff Lebo will return to East Carolina for an eight season according to AD Jeff Compher. Appearing on the Talk of the Town podcast, Compher threw his support behind Lebo; “I was very pleased with how we finished the season, and I look for signs of progress, and I saw those this year. It was
BREAKING: Men’s Basketball Coach Gravelle Craig and Bethune-Cookman University Part Ways
After spending six years at the helm of the men’s basketball program for the Wildcats, Gravelle Craig and Bethune-Cookman University agreed Monday evening to part ways, allowing for Craig to seek fresher and different opportunities in the field of athletics, as his contract expires at the end of the month. “At the end of the
Jack Meriwether Named Head Basketball Coach at West Virginia Wesleyan
West Virginia Wesleyan Interim President Boyd Creasman and Director of Athletics Randy Tenney are pleased to announce that Jack Meriwether has been named the head men’s basketball coach at West Virginia Wesleyan College. Coach Meriwether served as the interim head coach for the past two months, leading the team to an 8-7 record during his
OFFICIAL: LSU names Will Wade Head Basketball Coach
LSU has just released the following statement in response to the multiple internet reports tonight: Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Joe Alleva has announced former Virginia Commonwealth University head basketball coach Will Wade will lead the LSU basketball program as its new head coach. More information to follow Tuesday.