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Peterson named assistant at LMU

New Loyola Marymount Head Men’s Basketball Coach Mike Dunlap announced that John Peterson, Jr., has been hired as an assistant coach for the Lions program. Peterson rejoins Dunlap as the two worked together in building a program that would win a pair of NCAA Division II National Championships. "He is a tremendous coach and his

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OFFICIAL: Schroyer to Tennessee-Martin

We had this on Tuesday. Just wanted to pass along the official press released now that it’s been made official. The University of Tennessee at Martin introduced Heath Schroyer as its ninth men’s basketball coach in program history at a press conference held at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on Thursday afternoon. “I have

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OFFICIAL: Wake’s Bzdelik resigns

Jeff Bzdelik has resigned as Wake Forest’s head basketball coach, Athletics Director Ron Wellman announced Thursday. "Jeff is a man of great character and integrity who made every decision for the long-term benefit of the program and the University," said Wellman. "At this time, Jeff felt that new leadership would help the program and allow

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Dunlap adds another to staff at LMU

In terms of basketball in San Diego, a name that has dominated that section of Southern California has been Ray Johnson. The owner of more San Diego Sectional wins – 762 – than any other coach, ever, will be making his way to the campus of Loyola Marymount University and the men’s basketball program, joining

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Baker steps down at Catawba

Catawba College has announced the resignation of men’s basketball coach Jim Baker. Baker steps down after guiding his alma mater for 20 seasons. His 344 wins stand as the second most in school history. Baker returned to Catawba as an assistant coach for the 1993-94 season and helped the Indians send then head coach Sam

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OFFICIAL: Bone relieved of Duties at WSU

Washington State University Director of Athletics Bill Moos announced Tuesday that men’s head basketball coach Ken Bone will not return to guide the Cougars next season. “Ken and I met earlier today,” said Moos. “At that meeting I informed him I would be making a change in the direction of the program. I appreciate what

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OFFICIAL: Price named head coach at Lamar

Tic Price has been named Lamar head basketball coach announced Director of Athletics Jason Henderson Tuesday afternoon. Price becomes the university’s 11th head coach, following a five-game stint as the interim coach to close out the 2013-14 season. "We are very excited to have Tic as our new head coach," said Henderson. "Not only does

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WATCH LIVE: BC press conference

Watch Boston College AD Brad Bates address the firing of Steve Donahue live today at 4pm (ET). Follow the link below to watch: http://www.bceagles.com/allaccess/?media=441074… Stay with HoopDirt for the latest college basketball coaching news and rumors.

Martin fired at The Master’s College (CA)

The Master’s College Athletic Director Steve Waldeck announced that men’s basketball coach Chuck Martin has been fired. Waldeck released the following statement: "The Master’s College Athletic Department announced that Chuck Martin will not be retained as Head Men’s Basketball Coach. The Mustangs men’s basketball season recently ended in the semi-final round of the Golden State

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HOT: Cox resigns at Southern Idaho

College of Southern Idaho Men’s Head Basketball Coach Jeremy Cox announced today that he resigning his position at CSI, effective March 17, 2014. Cox, who also coached at the University of Kentucky, the University of Nebraska and Texas Tech University, took over as the head coach last summer when he replaced Steve Gosar. The Golden

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Rutgers fires associate head coach Cox

Rutgers University head men’s basketball coach Eddie Jordan today announced that David Cox has been relieved of his duties as associate head coach. “David is a good man and a good coach,” said Jordan. “We wish him nothing but the best moving forward. “We are very busy assessing the program, head to toe, starting with

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OFFICIAL: Heath relieved of duties at South Florida

University of South Florida Athletics announced Friday men’s basketball coach Stan Heath has been relieved of his duties. Heath was 97-130 in seven seasons at USF, including 12-20 this past season. Coach Heath’s dedication to USF student-athletes and the many positives he brought to the program are appreciated. Incoming Director of Athletics Mark Harlan will

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