Manchester University Director of Athletics Rick Espeset announced Wednesday, Feb. 25, that Brad Nadborne has stepped down as head men’s basketball coach. He will remain in his role as an instructor for the university’s Exercise and Sport Science department through the end of 2014-15. "Brad’s had a tremendous impact on many student-athletes during his 11
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Penn State Update
After starting putting together a 12-1 non-conference record, things have gone south for Penn State and head coach Pat Chambers. The Nittany Lions are now 3-12 in the Big Ten (15-13 overall). Yesterday however, Penn State AD Sandy Barbour gave Chambers a vote of confidence, saying that he will be the coach next year. According
Burns wins No. 600
Over the course of 599 career victories, MCC men’s basketball coach Jerry Burns has had a knack for putting the right player into the right situation to maximize the possibility for success. So it was only fitting that victory No. 600 followed that same script. This time around, the player was Izaha Jackson, and the
Walker Retiring After 35 Seasons
Moravian College Head Men’s Basketball Coach Jim Walker has announced his retirement after leading the Greyhounds’ program for the last 35 seasons. His retirement is effective at the end of the current academic year on May 10. Walker has amassed a 442-440 record during his time in Bethlehem, and a career coaching mark of 456-452
Idaho’s Verlin fined $5K for bench altercation
University of Idaho men’s basketball coach Don Verlin issued a public apology Monday for his conduct during the first half of last Thursday’s loss at Northern Arizona. "My actions during the game at Northern Arizona were inappropriate," Verlin said. "I apologize to the University of Idaho and our loyal fans. I can assure everyone, this
Dribble Drive’s Walberg hired by NBA’s Kings
The Sacramento Kings today hired Vance Walberg as an assistant coach, according to General Manager Pete D’Alessandro. Per club policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. A veteran of the coaching ranks with more than three decades of experience at the prep, collegiate and professional levels, Walberg joins George Karl’s staff after spending the
OFFICIAL: Blake out at Chipola
We reported earlier today that Patrick Bates was out as the head coach at Chipola College (FL). It has now been made official. Chipola College Athletics Director Jeff Johnson on Monday, Feb. 23, announced that men’s basketball coach Patrick Blake is stepping down. The search for a new head coach is underway. The Indians concluded
HOT RUMOR: Blake released at Chipola (FL)
According to two well placed sources, Chipola College (FL) has parted ways with head coach Patrick Blake. After compiling a 52-11 in his first two years at CC, Blake’s squad fell to 10-19 this season. Prior to being named as the head coach at Chipola, Blake spent two years as an assistant for the Indians.
Duquesne assistant hit by car
Duquesne assistant coach John Rhodes was struck by a car last week in Philadelphia (the team was there to play LaSalle). According to reports, Rhodes suffered a severely broken leg, and a slight fracture in his neck. After Saturday’s game vs. Dayton, Duquesne head coach Jim Ferry said, "“He’s doing better,” Ferry said. “He’s out
Idaho assistant kicked off bench
Pretty interesting video going around of Idaho assistant Chris Helbling getting kicked off of the bench mid-game by head coach Don Verlin. Not sure what upset Verlin, but he yanks the clip board out of Helbing’s hands, tosses it, and banishes him to the locker room. Here’s a link to watch it: http://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/02/idaho-coach-berates-assistan… Stay with
Chambers reprimanded by Big Ten
The Big Ten office today issued a public reprimand of Penn State men’s basketball head coach Patrick Chambers for violating the Big Ten Sportsmanship Policy following Penn State’s game against Maryland on Feb. 14. In addition, the conference announced that the institution has been fined $10,000 as a result of the violation. The Big Ten
Brunswick CC head coach wins #300
Walter Shaw won the 300th game of his coaching career Sunday, Feb. 15, when Brunswick Community College defeated Denmark Tech 111-91 in a men’s basketball game. “It’s a blessing to be able to stay here long enough to make it happen,” said Shaw, now in his 15th season as BCC coach. “A blessing to have