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
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Epps named Head Basketball Coach at NAIA Brewton-Parker College
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Vice President of Athletics Chris Dooley is pleased to announce the hire of Leonard Epps to become the next leader of the Brewton-Parker Men’s Basketball program. “We are excited to bring Coach Leonard Epps to Brewton-Parker College,” Dooley said. “He brings in a solid resume of coaching and leadership for the growth of basketball programs.
Daily Dirt – 3/14/22
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Crazy weekend, especially in the SEC, with Will Wade getting canned, Mizzou parting ways with Cuonzo Martin, and Mike White heading from Florida to Georgia. Also, there are reports that Ben Howland is out at Mississippi State. Those reports aren’t quite accurate yet – he may(will) be out at some point,
REPORT: Tuesday presser scheduled to introduce Chambers as new head coach at FGCU
According to the Naples Daily News, a 10am press conference has been scheduled for Tuesday morning where Pat Chambers will be introduced as the new head basketball coach at Florida Gulf Coast. Chambers is the former head coach at both Penn State (2011-20) and Boston University (2009-11). He also spent five seasons as an assistant
OFFICIAL: White named Head Coach at Georgia
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Mike White, who has averaged more than 22 wins per season in 11 campaigns as head coach at Florida and Louisiana Tech, has been named the 23rd head men’s basketball coach of the Georgia Bulldogs. Josh Brooks, UGA’s J. Reid Parker Director of Athletics, announced White’s hiring. “We are extremely excited to welcome Mike White and
Drill of The Week
This versatile ball handling drill from NBA trainer and iCan Bball founder Kyle Travis works on changing direction in small pockets of space. https://www.youtube.com/embed/vYXNN0o7hNE 2 ball drill You need two basketballs and some space to work Beginner: Cross balls in front with one bounce in-between Intermediate: Cross in front, then through the legs w/bounce in-between
Coaching Portfolios for Young Coaches & Recent College Graduates
I received an email from a college athlete that had just recently received his undergraduate degree. He asked how he should build a coaching portfolio when he lacked coaching experience. In my opinion, it is important for young, aspiring coaches to start to put their thoughts and ideas down on paper to develop their thought
Colorado State’s Medved inks extension through 2028-29
Colorado State University and Coach Niko Medved have agreed to an amended contract that will keep Medved in Fort Collins through the 2028- 2029 season, the school announced today. In addition to the amended contract, CSU has added to the basketball staff salary and bonuses pool. “Niko has done an amazing job crafting the culture of Colorado State
BREAKING REPORT: Florida’s White headed to Georgia
According to multiple reports, including one from Jon Rothstein, Georgia intends to hire Florida’s Mike White as their next head coach. White has gone 142-88 (.617) in his seven seasons as the head coach at Florida. The Gators were 19-13 (9-9 SEC) this past season. He was tabbed as the SEC Coach of the Year
Southern Miss issues statement on status of head coach Jay Ladner
Southern Miss AD Jeremy McClain issued the following statement on the status of head men’s basketball coach Jay Ladner: Ladner has struggled during his tenure at Southern Miss, compiling a 24-65 (.270) record over his three years. This past season, Southern Miss finished 7-26 (1-17) C-USA, but did win a first round C-USA tournament game.
OFFICIAL: Tulsa’s Haith announces resignation
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Frank Haith announced his resignation Saturday after eight seasons as head men’s basketball coach at The University of Tulsa. “I have enjoyed my time at The University of Tulsa and coaching the many young men who have made us proud as student-athletes and as they have gone on to live their lives after college,” said Haith. “My
MUST READ: Letter from LSU President + AD re: Will Wade firing
LSU has officially fired head men’s basketball coach Will Wade. Below is the letter that LSU President William F. Tate IV sent to the LSU community: LSU Community: Today, we informed Will Wade that he has been terminated for cause, pursuant to the provisions of his amended employment agreement as the Men’s Basketball Head Coach