Following a historic 2025–26 campaign that rewrote the record books, Mark Bunker will remain at the helm of the Western New Mexico University Athletics men’s basketball program, as the university announced a contract extension for its head coach. Bunker’s extension comes on the heels of the most successful season in program history, as the Mustangs reached new
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Wright added to Memphis Basketball Staff
University of Memphis men’s basketball head coach Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway has finalized his coaching staff announcing the addition of assistant coach Steve Wright on Friday. “We are excited to welcome Steve and his family to Memphis,” said Hardaway. “Steve possesses valuable experience at multiple levels and will bring a diverse perspective to our staff. Steve
McKay inks extension through 2031-32 at Liberty
Liberty University and men’s basketball head coach Ritchie McKay have agreed on a new contract extension that goes through the 2031-32 season. McKay’s extension comes on the heels of a strong 2025-26 season for the Flames. McKay and the Flames posted a 26-8 overall record and 17-3 CUSA mark, winning the CUSA outright regular season title for
DAILY DIRT – 4/17/26
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) A few things that I’ve heard… I can confirm that D2 New Mexico Highlands head coach Zach Settembre has inked a three-year extension. Settembre took over last spring after a stint as an assistant at Tarleton State. An official announcement on this one is expected in the next day or two.
Groce announces College of Charleston Basketball Staff
College of Charleston head men’s basketball coach John Groce has announced the additions of Aaron Fearne, Rob Fulford, Jonathan Holmes, Mike Allen, Robby Pridgen and Evan Wilson to his inaugural staff for the 2026-27 season. Fearne, Fulford, Holmes, Allen, and Pridgen will serve as assistant coaches while Wilson will serve as the program’s video coordinator. Fearne comes to Charleston after three seasons serving as the head
Matt Fraschilla named Assistant Basketball Coach at Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech men’s basketball head coach Scott Cross announced Friday Matt Fraschilla has joined the staff as an assistant coach. Fraschilla joins the Yellow Jackets after spending the last four years as an assistant coach at Harvard. “I have known Coach Matt Fraschilla for quite some time now,” Cross said. “I remember watching him play at Highland Park High
Bopp Named Assistant Basketball Coach at UAB
Head coach Andy Kennedy has named Jesse Bopp as the replacement for Ryan Cross, who departed to become the head coach at ULM. “Excited to welcome Jesse and his family to Birmingham to be a part of Blazer Basketball,” Kennedy said. Jesse brings a wealth of experience in this space as a successful coach throughout his career. Multiple
Davis named Head Basketball Coach at D3 St. Scholastica
The College of St. Scholastica has announced the hiring of Ben Davis as the next head coach of its men’s basketball program. Davis brings a wide range of Division III and junior college coaching experience to Duluth, including multiple head coaching stops and a strong track record of program building and player development. He most recently served
Lacking Head Coaching Experience? Portfolio Documents that Show You’re Ready!
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This article was written by Bill Vasko, head softball coach at Saint Francis University, and founder of The Coaching Portfolio. In the previous issue, we discussed what to include in your portfolio if you need to convince a search committee you’re ready to lead your own program. Below are detailed examples for each portfolio section
Dickman elevated to Head Basketball Coach at Graceland
A transformative era for Graceland University men’s basketball has reached its natural turning point. After engineering one of the most impactful rebuilds in program history, head coach Todd Lorensen has accepted the head coaching position at Rockhurst University. In response, Athletic Director Brady McKillip has elevated Associate Head Coach Matt Dickman—a key contributor to everything Graceland
Grosz steps down as Head Basketball Coach at the University of Northwestern
After 26 legendary years leading the University of Northwestern Men’s Basketball program, a new chapter will be beginning soon for Head Coach/Associate Director of Athletics Tim Grosz. The program’s all-time winningest coach, who is the active wins leader in the state of Minnesota at all levels of men’s college basketball, has accepted the position of Associate Athletic
Montana Western hires Isakson as Head Basketball Coach
A familiar face is returning to the Bulldog sidelines as the University of Montana Western has named alumnus J.C. Isakson the next head coach of its men’s basketball program. “I’m excited to welcome J.C. back to Montana Western to lead the men’s basketball program,” said Athletic Director Michael Feuling. “His head coaching experience, familiarity with the