Coppin State University today named Larry Stewart (’06) as the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Stewart returns to his alma mater after spending 14 years as an assistant coach at three of the other Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Maryland. Stewart served as an assistant at Bowie State for six seasons (2009-15) with the last three
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Perno out at D2 St. Rose; Beaury returns as Head Coach
The College of Saint Rose has named Brian Beaury the head coach of the men’s basketball program effective immediately. Beaury spent more than 30 years at Saint Rose and retired as head coach in 2018 after missing the Golden Knights’ 2017-2018 season for medical reasons. He has compiled a 643-226 (.664) career record as head coach,
OFFICIAL: Fazio takes over at D2 Seattle Pacific
I mentioned this one back on 4/25 (DAILY DIRT) – it’s now official. D2 Seattle Pacific has elevated Keffrey Fazio to head basketball coach following the departure of Grant Leep to Seattle. Here’s the release from SPU announcing the move: Seattle Pacific University Athletics announced the promotion of Keffrey Fazio to Interim Head Coach of the SPU
Cone named Head Basketball Coach at NAIA Simpson U (CA)
Simpson University announced in a press conference that the university has hired its new head men’s basketball coach, David Cone Simpson U President, Dr. Hall made the announcement to the local media and the Simpson community and campus that the Red Hawks have entered into a new era of Simpson men’s basketball. After combing through
Fly named Associate Head Coach at Jacksonville
Jacksonville University men’s basketball announced the addition of Michael Fly to the staff on Tuesday. He assumes the role of Associate Head Coach under Head Coach Jordan Mincy, who is entering his third year at the helm of the program. “Coach Fly is an unbelievable addition to Jacksonville basketball. He is a proven winner and relentless recruiter who
Henderson joins Abilene Christian Basketball Staff
Cam Henderson has joined the Abilene Christian men’s basketball staff as an assistant coach. ACU’s MBB account tweeted the following announcement: Henderson has most recently served as an assistant coach at Arkansas Pine Bluff. He has also worked at Central Oklahoma and Connors State. He will join Cinco Boone, who was hired last month, as
McMillan receives 7-yr extension at Samford
Samford University Director of Athletics Martin Newton announced on Monday afternoon a seven-year contract extension for Men’s Basketball Head Coach Bucky McMillan that runs through the year 2030. “I am extremely excited about the announcement of Coach McMillan’s contract extension,” Newton said. “Bucky has brought a renewed energy and interest to Samford basketball. As a Birmingham native,
OFFICIAL: Bunker named Head Basketball Coach at Western New Mexico
Following up on something that I mentioned in yesterday’s DAILY DIRT…D2 Western New Mexico has officially hired Mark Bunker as their new men’s basketball head coach. Here’s the statement from WNMU: Executive Director of Athletics, Scott Noble, has appointed Mark Bunker to lead the Western New Mexico University Men’s Basketball program as their new head
Collins extended through 2028 at Northwestern
After guiding the Northwestern men’s basketball team to its second NCAA Tournament appearance and a second-place finish in the Big Ten Conference regular season standings in 2022-23, Sullivan-Ubben Head Men’s Basketball Coach Chris Collins has signed a three-year contract extension through 2028, Combe Family Vice President for Athletics & Recreation Dr. Derrick Gragg announced today. “It has been
Montana State Basketball Staff Update
Montana State head men’s basketball coach Matt Logie rounded out his first Bobcat coaching staff on Tuesday, announcing the hiring of three veteran coaches. University of Montana assistant coach Zach Payne, San Diego State staff member Sam Scholl, and Point Loma assistant Julius Smith each join Logie’s first staff. Each brings experience in all levels
Bland named Men’s Basketball Head Coach at Dallas Christian
Director of Athletics Gregg Mucerino also announced the hiring of Emmanuel Bland as the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Dallas Christian College. Mucerino shared his thoughts on the hiring of Emmanuel Bland. “I am confident with the hiring of Coach Manny Bland our MBB program is in the best place it’s been in some time.
Indian Hills opens as Plona joins WKU staff
WKU Hilltopper Basketball head coach Steve Lutz announced the hiring of longtime Indian Hills Community College head coach Hank Plona to his staff. Plona will join the Hilltoppers as an assistant coach for the 2023-24 season. “Hank is bringing an incredible amount of experience to our staff,” said Lutz on the hire. “He is the consummate