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AD STATEMENT: Collins will return to Northwestern next season
Northwestern AD Dr. Derrick Gragg has issued the following statement on the status of head men’s basketball coach Chris Collins: Coach Chris Collins and I met today to discuss the high expectations we have for our men’s basketball program, and the path forward for it. At the conclusion of a challenging season, I share in the disappointment
Kalland announces retirement as Head Basketball Coach at D3 Carleton College
Guy Kalland, the all-time leader in career victories at Carleton College, announced his retirement as head coach of the men’s basketball program on Monday. Kalland amassed a 506-439 (.535) coaching record and is 1 of only 5 men’s basketball coaches to collect at least 500 wins at a NCAA school in Minnesota. “This decision has
OFFICIAL: Christian will not return as GW Men’s Basketball Head Coach
Following up on reports from earlier today. Here’s the official statement from George Washington on the dismissal of head basketball coach Jamion Christian: George Washington University Director of Athletics Tanya Vogel announced today that Jamion Christian will not return as head coach of the men’s basketball program. In three seasons, Christian compiled a 29-50 record, including 12-18
Northwestern State’s McConathy announces retirement
Mike McConathy, who built the Northwestern State men’s basketball program into a winner on and off the court, announced his retirement Monday after 23 years as the Demons’ head coach. There will be a press conference at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Prather Coliseum to honor and celebrate Louisiana’s all-time leading coach in college basketball victories. Fans
OFFICIAL: Ball State announces search for new men’s basketball head coach
Following up on the report from earlier today. Here’s the official press release from Ball State: Ball State University men’s basketball head coach James Whitford will not return for a 10th season and a strategic search for the next leader of the program will begin immediately, it was announced Monday. “James restored respect into the program, made
BREAKING: South Carolina fires Frank Martin
University of South Carolina Director of Athletics Ray Tanner announced Monday that Frank Martin is no longer the head men’s basketball coach, effective immediately. “After a thorough evaluation of our men’s basketball program, we have decided to make a change,” said Tanner. “We are grateful for the dedication that Coach Martin has made to Gamecock Basketball. We wish him
REPORT: Ball State opens
According to a TWEET from Jeff Goodman, Ball State has parted ways with head basketball coach James Whitford. Whitford had been at Ball State for the past nine seasons where he compiled a 131-148 (.470) record. In 2021-22, his Cardinals 14-17 (9-10 MAC). Whitford, a former assistant at Arizona, Xavier, and Miami (OH), is the
MVSU names Ivory as new Head Basketball Coach
Mississippi Valley State University alumni and program legend George Ivory has been announced as the 12th Head Men’s Basketball Coach in the school’s history on March 14, 2022. Born on August 7, 1965, he previously served as Head Coach at Arkansas-Pine Bluff, where he led the Golden Lions for 13 seasons. Prior to UAPB, Ivory
OFFICIAL: Williams named Head Coach at Jackson State
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Following up on the worst kept secret over the past few weeks in college basketball… Jackson State has made the hiring of Mo Williams official today. Here’s the press release: NBA Champion and Jackson native Mo Williams has been named Jackson State University men’s basketball coach, Vice President / Director of Athletics Ashley Robinson announced. The Jackson
REPORT: Christian out at George Washington
According to multiple reports, Jamion Christian is out as the head basketball coach at George Washington. Christian had a short tenure at GW, only lasting three seasons (29-50 .357). This year, the Colonials went 12-18 (8-9 A10). Before taking over at GW, Christian spent one season as the head coach at Siena, and five at
JUCO DIRT: Wyllie resigns at NJCAA D1 Olney Central
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I mentioned last week that I had heard 6 NJCAA D1’s had opened – starting to chip away at those now… I can confirm that Casey Wyllie has resigned at Olney Central College. Wyllie has spent the past two seasons as the head coach at OCC, after taking over for Mike