The Big Ten Conference office today announced a one-game suspension and public reprimand of University of Iowa men’s basketball head coach Fran McCaffery for violating the Big Ten Sportsmanship Policy during the second half of Iowa’s game at Wisconsin on Jan. 5. In addition, the conference announced that the institution has been fined $10,000 as
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HOT: Preston takes leave at Kennesaw State
Kennesaw State head men’s basketball coach Lewis Preston will take a temporary leave of absence from the program due to medical and personal reasons. It is unknown how long Preston will be away from the team. Associate Head Coach Jimmy Lallathin will serve as interim head coach during Preston’s absence after serving with Preston for
Former Iowa State Coach Orr Dies
Johnny Orr, the man credited with resurrecting a once-dormant Iowa State men’s basketball program and energizing an entire fan base, passed away today. He was 86 years old. Orr was one of the nation’s most successful basketball coaches during his 29-year head coaching career (1964-66, 1969-94). He compiled a 466-346 career coaching mark and led
Livingstone’s James Stinson Records 400th Career Win
On Tuesday, Dec. 17, the Blue Bears of Livingstone College faced the Sharks of Nova Southeastern in the opening game of the 2013 Cruzin Classic. In what appeared at the time to be just another game on the Blue Bears’ schedule this year, something remarkable happened. The Blue Bears went on to defeat the Sharks
Hinson’s epic rant
Southern Illinois head coach Barry Hinson went off after his teams loss to Murray State. Definitely worth watching – GO GET ‘EM COACH HINSON!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBqZY72wZ90&sns=em… Stay with HoopDirt for the latest college basketball coaching news and rumors.
HOT: 10-year extension for Valpo’s Drew
Valparaiso University and head men’s basketball coach Bryce Drew, a 1998 Valpo graduate, have reached an agreement on a new, 10-year contract. Valparaiso University Director of Athletics Mark LaBarbera announced today that Bryce Drew will continue with the Crusaders, where he started his career as both a player and a coach. “We are thrilled to
King wins #100 at Hostos
In just over 5 seasons as a Head Coach, Dr. Jody King reached a coaching milestone on Sunday as he won his 100th college basketball game as a Head Coach as the Caimans beat Dutchess 87-44. Coach King entered the season just 11 wins short of the elusive 100 and got number 100 this afternoon
Hixon Wins 700th
David Hixon notched his 700th career victory as head coach of the Amherst men’s basketball team Thursday night when the No. 7 Jeffs defeated Babson at Staake Gymnasium, 90-77. Avenging last year’s loss to the Beavers, the Jeffs improved to 7-1 on the season, while dropping Babson to 7-2 overall. With the win, Hixon is
Caldwell’s Corino wins 400th game
Caldwell College head coach Mark Corino won his 400th career game last week with an 89-77 win over Georgian Court University. Corino now holds a 400-332 in 26 seasons with the Cougars. Stay with HoopDirt for the latest college basketball coaching news and rumors.
OFFICIAL: Cooper retires at West Texas A&M
We reported this as a rumor earlier today – it has now been made official. West Texas A&M head men’s basketball coach Rick Cooper announced his retirement effective immediately at a press conference Thursday afternoon in the Buffalo Club Room at the First United Bank Center. Associate head coach Vinay Patel will be named interim
HOT RUMOR: West Texas A&M’s Cooper resigns
According to multiple sources, long-time West Texas A&M head coach Rick Cooper will announce his plans to retire effective immediately. I don’t have specifics yet, but I have heard that the school will have a press conference within the hour. We’ll bring you more after the presser today. Cooper has been at the helm at
Tips On Dealing With The “Uncoachable”
Tips On Dealing With The “Uncoachable” By: Brad Forestieri, Assistant Coach Men’s Basketball Coach Mercy College So far in my young coaching career, I’ve come across what some would call the “uncoachable” player. You know, the one who rolls their eyes when you say something to them or mumbles something under their breath.The one that