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
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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
Danielson named Head Basketball Coach at Northwestern Oklahoma State
Northwestern Oklahoma State University Vice President of Athletics Brad Franz has announced the hiring of Ty Danielson as the next head basketball coach. “I am incredibly honored and excited to be the next head coach at Northwestern Oklahoma State University. I would like to thank President Dr. Bo Hannaford, Vice President for Athletics Brad Franz,
JUCO NEWS: Gogebic names Sharrow new Head Basketball Coach
Denver Sharrow, of Ironwood, was appointed as the new Gogebic Community College Head Men’s Basketball Coach, succeeding Dennis Mackey, who is retiring after 38 years. A former standout student-athlete under Mackey from 2016–2018, Sharrow earned the Long Shot Award in 2017–18 after shooting 47% from three-point range. He joined the program as an assistant men’s
D2 NEWS: Stanley named Head Basketball Coach at Westminster University
Westminster University has named Casey Stanley as the head coach of the Griffins men’s basketball program, Shelley Jarrard announced today. Stanley brings 18 years of collegiate and national prep coaching experience to Westminster, including 15 years at the NCAA Division I level. Most recently, he served as Head Coach and National Prep Program Director at Layton Christian Academy, where
D3 NEWS: Roanoke promotes Ayers to Associate Head Basketball Coach
The Roanoke College athletic department announced the promotion of Perry Ayers to Associate Head Men’s Basketball Coach Wednesday. The Maroons have had outstanding seasons in Ayers’ first two years with the program as an assistant coach under head coach Clay Nunley. Roanoke is a combined 48-13 and 26-6 in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference in that span. RC
NAIA NEWS: Osborn named Head Basketball Coach at Bethel University
Bethel University has announced the hiring of Head Coach David Osborn to lead the Bethel Men’s Basketball Program. “We are thrilled to welcome Coach Osborn as the new Head Coach of our Men’s Basketball Team at Bethel. David is a seasoned coach and servant leader who exemplifies what we strive to be every day at Bethel…Bethel Men’s Basketball
Beaury named Director of Men’s Basketball Operations at Syracuse
Ryan Beaury ’21, M ’23 has been appointed men’s basketball director of operations at Syracuse. He returns to Syracuse following a two-year tenure as men’s basketball director of operations at Siena. Beaury will manage the operation of the men’s basketball office, assist with the coordination of team travel, serve as the liaison with department support