Craig Smith, who helped lead Nebraska to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 16 seasons, will be introduced as the next head men’s basketball coach at the University of South Dakota. Smith will become the 17th head coach in the 106-year history of Coyote men’s basketball. He follows Dave Boots, who spent 25 seasons in
HOT: Miller extended at Dayton
University of Dayton Vice President and Director of Athletics Tim Wabler has announced that the University has extended head men’s basketball coach Archie Miller’s contract through the 2018-19 basketball season. Financial terms of the contract were not disclosed. "The University of Dayton is committed to a national-level basketball program, and this contract extension demonstrates our
OFFICIAL: Buzz becomes a Hokie
Virginia Tech Director of Athletics Whit Babcock has announced the hiring of Buzz Williams as the new head men’s basketball coach for the Hokies. “I am extremely excited about welcoming Buzz Williams to the Hokie Nation,” Babcock said. “Buzz is a proven winner who has earned his way up through the ranks with a strong
HOT: Reimer named head coach at St. Cloud State
St. Cloud State University Athletics will hold a press conference on Monday, March 24 to announce Matt Reimer as the next Huskies men’s basketball coach. Reimer has spent the past 17 seasons SCSU as an assistant. More on this after Monday’s press conference. Stay with HoopDirt for the latest college basketball coaching news and rumors.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.