According to a report from the Las Vegas Review-Journal, T.J. Otzelberger “is leaving the program to accept the same job at Iowa State.” The LVRJ’s Sam Gordon cites two sources who “characterized the coach’s departure as a ‘done deal,’ barring a change at the eleventh hour.” Otzelberger, who served two separate stints as an assistant
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Utah fires Larry Krystkowiak
Statement from Utah AD Mark Harlan: “Today, I informed Head Men’s Basketball Coach Larry Krystkowiak that I am making a change in the leadership of our men’s basketball program. The decision comes after a thorough evaluation of the program—both on and off of the court—as I do with every head coach at the conclusion of
OFFICIAL: Paulsen out at George Mason
Assistant Vice President/Director of Athletics Brad Edwards announced today that George Mason has parted ways with Men’s Basketball Head Coach Dave Paulsen. In six seasons with the Patriots, Paulsen had an overall record of 95-91 (.510) and 47-57 (.452) in the Atlantic 10 Conference. “After an extensive review and evaluation of our men’s basketball program, I have
REPORT: George Mason parts ways with Paulsen
According to a Tweet by ESPN’s Jeff Borzello, George Mason has parted ways with head coach Dave Paulsen. Paulsen went 95-91 (.511) in his six seasons at GMU. He has also served as the head coach at Bucknell, Williams, LeMoyne, and St. Lawrence, and owns a 491-305 (.617) record in 27 years as a head
New Mexico hires Richard Pitino
University of New Mexico Director of Athletics Eddie Nuñez has announced that Richard Pitino, who has been a part of several championships and Power 5 programs, has been named as the 22nd head coach of the Lobo men’s basketball team. “It is a great day for Lobo Basketball and for everyone who loves our program
Steve Prohm issues statement
Steve Prohm has issued the following via Twitter. This is his first public statement since it was announced last night that he and Iowa State would be parting ways.
SC State’s official statement on Murray Garvin
Last night, we published Murray Garvin’s tweet where he announced that his contract was not being renewed by South Carolina State. Here is SC State’s official statement on the non-renewal: South Carolina State University will not renew the contract of Bulldog’s men’s basketball head coach Murray Garvin, athletics director Stacy Danley announced on Monday (March 15th). Garvin spent
3/16/21: UPDATED College Basketball Coaching Changes Tracker
A very busy day yesterday. Here’s the latest HoopDirt.com College Basketball Coaching Changes Tracker, with updates at the D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JUCO levels. Changes so far: D1: 27 D2: 7 D3: 7 NAIA: 3 JUCO: 8
Flannery joins Amherst Men’s Basketball Staff
The Amherst College Athletics Department and the Mammoths’ men’s basketball program have announced the hiring of Jesse Flannery as an assistant coach. “I am excited to have Jesse as a part of our program here at Amherst College,” commented head coach Marlon Sears. “Jesse’s playing experience at Johns Hopkins University as well as his time
OFFICIAL: Minnesota fires Richard Pitino
University of Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced this evening that the University has parted ways with men’s basketball coach Richard Pitino. Statement from Mark Coyle “I recently met with Richard and told him that we were moving in a different direction. Richard is a tremendous person and coach, and I want to thank him,
Iowa State and Prohm Agree To Part Ways
Iowa State and men’s basketball coach Steve Prohm have agreed to part ways. Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard met Prohm in person Monday night. Pollard will have additional comment Tuesday. Prohm, compiled a 97-95 record in six seasons with the Cyclones, but his 2020-21 club was 2-22 overall. Prohm led Iowa State to three NCAA
OFFICIAL: DePaul Announces Change in Leadership of Men’s Basketball Program
DePaul Director of Athletics DeWayne Peevy announced today a change in the leadership of the men’s basketball program. Dave Leitao has been relieved of his duties as head coach and finishes his DePaul coaching career after nine seasons in Lincoln Park between two stints. “After evaluating where our men’s basketball program is currently and where we