American Athletic Conference Commissioner Tim Pernetti has announced plans to honor the legacy of the late Amir Abdur-Rahim, the head men’s basketball coach at the University of South Florida who passed away in October. Abdur-Rahim has been named Honorary 2024-25 American Men’s Basketball Coach of the Year. His family will join Commissioner Pernetti at South Florida’s
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Midland’s Tra Arnold “temporarily steps away” from coaching duties
Midland College (NJCAA D1) head men’s basketball Tra Arnold has stepped away from his coaching duties temporarily according to a release by the school. The decision was made by Arnold so that he could focus on his health and spend time with his family. “Midland College fully supports Coach Arnold,” said President Damon Kennedy. “We
Hartsfield named Interim Head Basketball Coach at Texas College
Texas College has announced the appointment of Mr. Jameus Hartsfield, Sr. as the Interim Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Coach Hartsfield, a Texas College Alumnus and former basketball player for the Steers, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the program. Nearing two decades of coaching experience, Coach Hartsfield is well-positioned to assume the role
Griffin Elite Basketball Classic 2025
This basketball event brings some of the top Division I recruits in the country to Northern Kentucky to take on some of the top ranked local high schools! Location: Thomas More University- Connor Convocation Center333 Thomas More Parkway Crestview Hills, KY 41017 Tickets: HERE.
Broadnax announces retirement at Savannah State; Thompson named Interim Head Basketball Coach
Savannah State University head men’s basketball coach Horace Broadnax announced his retirement on Monday, January 6th. Assistant Coach Clevan Thompson will assume the Interim Head Coach role, effective immediately. “We thank Coach Broadnax for his leadership of the men’s basketball program here at Savannah State,” remarked Director of Athletics, Opio Mashariki. “I have immense respect and gratitude for everything
WEEK 9: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play
Story: AJ Nelson, Senior Staff Writer, HoopDirt.com BOSTON, MA – The following college basketball coaches have been named recipients of the Week 9 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week Award, presented by Just Play Solutions. These coaches are now eligible for the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award, also presented by Just Play Solutions, which will be announced at the end
Richard Pitino, UNM sued over alleged hazing altercation
Richard Pitino and the University of New Mexico have been accused of “disregarding incidents of hazing and violent behavior,” according to a civil rights lawsuit filed in New Mexico’s Second Judicial District Court. Redshirt freshman Shane Douma-Sanchez filed the suit, claiming that he was attacked on the team plane by a teammate in November. According
Ganta named Director of Men’s Basketball Player Personnel at Illinois
Illinois Head Men’s Basketball Coach Brad Underwood announced the hiring of Neel Ganta as Director of Player Personnel. Ganta reunites with Underwood and the Fighting Illini program, where he served as graduate manager during the 2020-21 season when Illinois led the Big Ten in wins and won the Big Ten Tournament Championship, earning a No. 1 seed
Six former Florida State players suing Leonard Hamilton over failed NIL payments
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Six former Florida State basketball players sued Seminoles coach Leonard Hamilton on Monday, alleging he failed to make good on a promise to get each of them $250,000 in name, image and likeness compensation. The plaintiffs — Darin Green Jr., De’Ante Green, Cam’Ron Fletcher, Josh Nickelberry, Primo Spears and Jalen Warley
Garrett named Assistant Basketball Coach at Iowa State
Iowa State men’s basketball head coach T.J. Otzelberger has named former Cyclone Diante Garrett as a new assistant coach. Garrett will begin his duties with the Cyclones immediately. “Diante will be a great addition to our program,” Otzelberger said. “His experience playing for Iowa State, and his time in the NBA, will greatly impact the development of
OFFICIAL: Larranaga steps down as Head Basketball Coach at Miami
Here’s the official statement from the University of Miami on Jim Larranaga’s announcement that he will be stepping down as the Hurricane’s Head Basketball Coach: Jim Larrañaga, the all-time winningest head coach in University of Miami men’s basketball history, announced Thursday that he is stepping down as head coach. Associate Head Coach Bill Courtney, who
REPORT: Miami’s Larranaga intends to retire
According to multiple reports, including one from early this morning from the Miami Herald, University of Miami head basketball coach Jim Larranaga intends to announce his retirement later today. Larranaga, who will turn 75 in October, is in his 14th season at Miami. He has also been the head coach at George Mason (1997-2011), Bowling