Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) On the move today – just a few quick things, more later… A couple of D1 assistants in the mix at D2 Converse University (SC)…I have heard the final group includes Gardner-Webb assistant coach Andrew Brown, Wofford assistant Will Murphy, and a current D2 head coach. Sounds like an announcement is
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Keckler named Head Basketball Coach at Moravian
Moravian University has selected Darryl Keckler as its new Head Men’s Basketball Coach effective May 31. “It is with great pleasure that I welcome Coach Keckler to Moravian University and the Athletic Department as our new men’s basketball coach,” stated Director of Athletics & Recreation and Head Women’s Basketball Coach Mary Beth Spirk. “He is a proven winner and
Figueroa named Head Basketball Coach at D3 North Central College
North Central College athletic director Jim Miller ’86 has announced the hiring of Anthony Figueroa as the 19th head coach in the 120-year history of the Cardinals’ men’s basketball program. “We’re excited to welcome Coach Figueroa to North Central after an outstanding coaching tenure at Parkland,” Miller said. “His teams have competed at a high level and
Bloomington Native and Former IU Great Jordan Hulls Named Team and Recruiting Coordinator
Indiana University men’s basketball coach Mike Woodson has announced that Bloomington native and 2013 Big Ten champion Jordan Hulls will become the Hoosiers Team and Recruiting Coordinator. He will begin his tenure following the conclusion of his season, his ninth as a professional, in the German BBL League where he has played for MHP Riesen
Sonnen Named Duluth Assistant Coach
The University of Minnesota Duluth Men’s Basketball Team has named Marc Sonnen as it’s next Assistant Basketball Coach, who will be joining the team for the upcoming 2022-23 season. Sonnen comes from the University of Northern Iowa where he was a Graduate Assistant for the past two seasons. “We’re extremely excited to add Marc to
Belmont DBO Hedgepeth named Head Coach at D3 Berry College
Berry College President Dr. Stephen Briggs and Director of Athletics Dr. Angel Mason are pleased to announce the hire of Mick Hedgepeth as the Vikings next Head Men’s Basketball Coach. “It is an honor and joy to accept the head men’s basketball coaching position at Berry College,” said Hedgepeth. “I am extremely appreciative of the opportunity to join Berry’s
Daily Dirt – 5/9/22
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) A few things to kick-off the week… Jermaine Henderson has joined Daniyal Robinson’s new staff at Cleveland State. Henderson had spent the past five seasons at Kansas State, and had previously worked at Cleveland State from 2015-17. The former player at Miami (OH) has also been an assistant at SEMO (2012-15),
REPORT: Johnson departs NC State Basketball Staff
According to a report from Inside Pack Sports, James Johnson will not return as an assistant coach at NC State next season. According to the report, “this was a personal move for Johnson, who informed Keatts of his decision. Various factors played a role in Johnson’s decision.” Johnson had been on Kevin Keatts staff since 2017,
Drill of The Week
In this drill from Ratiopharm Ulm and FIBA Skills Trainer Moris Hadzija, simulate split second situations with balanced shooting. https://www.youtube.com/embed/F17FIj4BVJ8 Split Second Reactions This workout encompasses four different drill variations and shooting from two different spots on the floor, 45-degree and corner threes. Shot 1 – Back to the basket, crossover, turn and shootShot 2
Stanley bolts from Iona; Returns to Arkansas State
Casey Stanley is returning to Arkansas State to join Mike Balado‘s staff as an assistant coach after working at Iona the past two seasons. Stanley was previously on the Red Wolves’ staff during the 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons. “We’re thrilled to have Casey returning as assistant coach,” said Balado. “Casey was a vital part as
JUCO DIRT: Coaching change made at NJCAA D1 Eastern Oklahoma State
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Scott Edgar is no longer the head men’s basketball coach at NJCAA D1 Eastern Oklahoma State College. He has been replaced by long-time Southwestern College (KS) associate head coach Tim Miser. Edgar had been at Eastern Oklahoma since 2010. He arrived after spending most of his career at the D1 level