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HOT: NCAA Rules on Appeal of Boeheim’s Suspension

The NCAA Infractions Appeal Committee issued a ruling today on the nine-game suspension which was imposed on Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim back in March.  The appeal of the suspension was denied, but the NCAA did rule that Boeheim can begin serving the suspension immediately instead of waiting for the start of ACC conference play.

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OFFICIAL: Morissette Steps Down at Rivier

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HoopDirt.com news sponsored by Dr. Dish HoopDirt.com first reported last night that Rivier University head coach Dave Morissette had resigned – it has now been made official by the university. Morissette has been with the University for the past 18 years in various roles within the department. Recently he served as the Assistant Athletic Director

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DIII DIRT: Morissette Resigns at Rivier University (NH)

I can confirm that Rivier University (NH) head coach Dave Morissette has resigned and will enter the private sector in January.  Morissette was in his 18th season as the head coach of the Raiders – he wraps up his career with a 170-276 record at the school.  His best season came in 2006-07 when his

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Marshall Assistant Chris Duhon Suspended

HoopDirt.com news sponsored by Dr. Dish Marshall assistant coach and former Duke standout Chris Duhon has been suspended following his arrest for aggravated DUI early Monday morning.  Marshall’s athletic department released a statement saying Duhon had been suspended for a violation of department rules and policies. Additionally, the statement said there would be no further comment

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WEEK 2: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week Award

Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week Award winners for week 2 of the college basketball season. The coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2015-16 college basketball season.  The complete

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NAIA: Biola’s Holmquist Wins 900th Game

HoopDirt.com news sponsored by Dr. Dish Biola University head coach Dr. Dave Holmquist became the eighth collegiate men’s basketball coach to hit 900 career coaching victories with a 79-60 victory over the Bethesda University. “It feels great to have done this with so many people who have been here over the years,” said Holmquist. “I have

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Win #500 For Davidson’s Bob McKillop

HoopDirt.com news sponsored by Dr. Dish Davidson head coach Bob McKillop won his 500th career game today as Davidson upended visiting Denison 83-70.  In addition to the milestone, Davidson is off to a 4-0 start for the first time in McKillop’s 27 years at the helm. Davidson posted a nice tribute video to McKillop which

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Architect of Phi Slama Jama, Legendary Houston Coach Guy V. Lewis Passes Away

HoopDirt.com news sponsored by Dr. Dish Former University of Houston Men’s Basketball Head Coach Guy V. Lewis, who led some of the most exciting teams in college basketball history, passed away at a retirement facility Thursday morning. He was 93 years old. Lewis’s sons, Vern and Terry, and family members were at his side. He

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Tom Izzo Wins 500th Career Game at Michigan State

Nov 26, 2015; Fullerton , CA, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo reacts during the first half against the Boston College Eagles at Titan Gym. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports

HoopDirt.com news sponsored by Dr. Dish No. 3 Michigan State beat Boston College 99-68 Thursday in an opening-round game at the DirectTV Wooden Legacy, giving coach Tom Izzo his 500th career victory.  His career record is now 500-199, with all 500 victories coming as the head coach at Michigan State.  Some of Izzo’s career highlights

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Weekly Roundup: Jobs

The season is underway, but there are still jobs being posted each week at HoopDirt.com.  Here are the most recent jobs that have been added… Assistant Coach: NAIA DII: Michigan-Dearborn – Part-time/volunteer Graduate Assistant: NCAA DII – University of Indianapolis Other Basketball Opportunities: Hoop Group – Director of Team Tournament Operations Zero Gravity Basketball – Director of

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Happy Thanksgiving From HoopDirt.com!

HoopDirt.com wishes all of our readers a Happy Thanksgiving!  We hope that you have the opportunity to enjoy family, food, and laughter.  For those of you who either played or practiced today, keep grinding!  It’s been a great start to the college basketball season, and we are looking forward to many more exciting months to

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West Alabama’s Sharpe Wins 300th Career Game

HoopDirt.com news sponsored by Dr. Dish University of West Alabama men’s basketball head coach Allen Sharpe captured his 300th career win with an 87-74 victory over LeMoyne-Owen College last week. Sharpe, who is in his second season at West Alabama, has also served as the head coach at Arkansas-Monticello, Wallace State Community College in Hanceville,

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