After 10 seasons at the helm of the College of Coastal Georgia men’s basketball program, head coach Jesse Watkins has decided to step away from the program and will not return as the head coach next season. “Coastal Georgia deeply appreciates Coach Watkins’ dedication, leadership, and passion for student athlete success and fulfilling Coastal’s mission of transforming
High Point announces contract extension for Head Basketball Coach Alan Huss
High Point University President Dr. Nido R. Qubein and Vice President and Athletic Director Dan Hauser have announced a contract extension for HPU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Alan Huss. “Coach Huss and his staff have done an extraordinary job building a winning program that is both talented and values-centered,” President Qubein said. “We are delighted to renew his
OFFICIAL: Lucas named Head Basketball Coach at Miami
The University of Miami has named one of the nation’s most respected assistant coaches and recruiters, Jai Lucas, as its new head men’s basketball coach, Vice President/Director of Athletics Dan Radakovich announced Thursday. Lucas comes to Coral Gables after spending the past three seasons at Duke University, where he has served as associate head coach
OFFICIAL: Pifer out as Men’s Basketball Head Coach at Western Oregon
Following up on HoopDirt.com’s report from earlier today (D2 DIRT)…Western Oregon has officially announced that they have parted ways with men’s basketball head coach Wes Pifer. Here’s the release from WOU: After six seasons, Western Oregon University and head men’s basketball coach Wes Pifer have parted ways. “Coach Pifer is a dynamic and passionate leader. I am
PREP NEWS: Boyle departs Montverde for Spire Academy
Kevin Boyle, who has guided his teams to eight national championships over the past 12 years, has announced his departure from Florida’s Montverde Academy to join Spire Academy (OH). A four-time Naismith High School Coach of the Year, who also had a ton of success at St. Patrick High School (NJ), has coached three No. 1
Rekoske retires as Head Basketball Coach at Bryan College
With the season coming to an end for the Bryan College men’s basketball team, Head Coach Don Rekoske has officially concluded his tenure with the Lions. Under his tenure, Bryan has remained a strong competitor in the AAC, developing players both on and off the court. The college issued the following statement on Rekoske’s retirement at the
Liberty extends McKay through 2030-31
Liberty University and men’s basketball head coach Ritchie McKay have agreed on a contract extension through the 2030-31 season. McKay is the winningest coach in program history and has helped usher the Flames into the Conference USA era over the last two seasons. The 2024-25 season has seen McKay and Liberty post a 23-6 overall record
Cook steps away as Head Basketball Coach at NAIA Life Pacific
Longtime Head Coach of the Life Pacific University (LPU) Men’s Basketball program, Tim Cook, has stepped away from his position. This news follows the program’s most successful season since joining the NAIA and GSAC in 2018. The Warriors finished the season 12-10 overall and 6-8 in conference play, narrowly missing the GSAC tournament after a
D2 NEWS: Glenn out as Men’s Basketball Coach at South Dakota Mines
South Dakota Mines Athletics has announced a leadership change for its men’s and women’s basketball programs. The university will immediately begin a national search for new head coaches. “We deeply appreciate the dedication and impact that Eric Glenn and Jeri Owsley have had on our student-athletes and basketball programs,” said David Crum, Director of Athletics at South Dakota Mines. “Both
NAIA NEWS: Blackburn named Head Basketball Coach at Florida College
Florida College proudly welcomes Brian Blackburn, M.Ed., as the new head coach for the men’s basketball program. Blackburn brings an impressive track record of success and a strong commitment to faith-based leadership. Blackburn joins Florida College following a remarkable season at Aledo High School, where he led the team to its first district championship in
NAIA NEWS: Monson relived of duties as Men’s Basketball Coach at Kansas Wesleyan
Kansas Wesleyan University announced Friday morning that men’s basketball coach Anthony Monson has been relieved of his duties. “I want to thank Coach Monson for his contributions to the men’s basketball program and the university,” said Miguel Paredes, Kansas Wesleyan Athletic Director. “We believe that, for our program to reach the next level, a change
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