“The best is yet to come!” That was the message McNeese Cowboys basketball head coach Will Wade relayed to a packed Kleckley Room at the Legacy Center on Tuesday afternoon after Director of Athletics Heath Schroyer announced the signing of Wade to a new five-year contract that will pay him a record $700,000 per year plus incentives. The
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NAIA NEWS: Brubaker promoted to Associate Head Basketball Coach at OUAZ
Ottawa University Arizona Men’s Basketball and Coach Matt Keeley have announced the promotion of Cale Brubaker to Associate Head Coach. Coach Brubaker has his hands on all parts of Spirit basketball, primarily taking the lead on scouting and recruiting. Cale came to OUAZ at the start of the 2021-2022 season. OUAZ is in just its seventh season as a
WEEK 13: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 13 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions. These coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Just Play Solutions which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2023-24 college basketball season. This is
First 30/60/90 Days on the Job – Creating a Plan for Success When Becoming a Head Coach
When obtaining a role as a head coach, you will want to develop a plan of your top priorities once you get started in your new position. This allows the administration to see that you have a well thought out plan for getting started immediately. You can have a 30-day document, a 60-day document, or
Northwestern’s Collins fined, reprimanded by Big Ten
Northwestern head men’s basketball coach Chris Collins has been fined and publically reprimanded by the Big Ten for his actions in the Wildcats game vs Purdue on 1/31. The Conference issued the following statement: “The Big Ten Conference issued an institutional fine of $5,000 and public reprimand of Northwestern University men’s basketball head coach Chris
Arizona’s Lloyd named 2024 USA Men’s U18 National Team Head Coach; McCasland and Shrewsberry named Assistants
The University of Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd has been named as the head coach of the 2024 USA Men’s U18 National Team. He will be assisted by Grant McCasland (Texas Tech University) and Micah Shrewsberry (University of Notre Dame). Lloyd, McCasland and Shrewsberry will lead the Americans at the 2024 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup (date and location to be announced
Missouri assistant Dickey Nutt shares cancer diagnosis
Missouri assistant basketball coach Dickey Nutt took to social media to share his recent cancer diagnosis: Nutt, who is in his second season at Missouri, has over 30 years of coaching experience at the college level. He served as the head coach at both Arkansas State (1995-08) and Southeast Missouri State (2009-15), and has also
Mastering the Art of Follow-Up: Navigating the Job Application Process
In the competitive world of coaching, the application process is just the first step on the path to securing your dream position. Once you’ve submitted your application for a coaching position and await the decision, the art of follow-up becomes a crucial element in setting yourself apart from the competition. Whether you’re eyeing an assistant
Dr. Dish Drill of the Week
Coach Tony Miller shares a great drill for teams to focus on 5-out offensive actions in their practice routine. Check out the full breakdown below! In today’s game, more teams are moving towards a 5-Out offense, which requires players to make decisions coming off screening situations. Within this offense, being able to efficiently shoot off screens is
D2 DIRT: Southern Wesleyan opens
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Brian Hewitt is out as the head men’s basketball coach at D2 Southern Wesleyan University. Hewitt coached the team as the interim coach during the 2022-23 season, and was given the job on a permanent basis last February. It sounds like current assistant coach Joel Stites will take
WEEK 12: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 12 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions. These coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Just Play Solutions which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2023-24 college basketball season. This is
How to Write an Effective Cover Letter for a Head Coach Search
Writing an effective cover letter for a head coach position requires a balance of showcasing your coaching philosophy, experience, and skills while expressing genuine interest in the specific program you’re applying to. Here’s a guide to help you structure and write a compelling cover letter: Header: Include your contact information, the date, and the contact