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Evansville fires Walter McCarty

The University of Evansville announced today the dismissal of Walter McCarty as Head Coach of the Men’s Basketball team, effective immediately. Mr. McCarty was placed on administrative leave on December 26, 2019, as UE initiated an external investigation by a national law firm into reports of alleged sexual misconduct and violations of the University’s Title

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Utah’s Krystkowiak becomes 3rd coach this season to be reprimanded by Pac-12

Utah head coach Larry Krystkowiak has been reprimanded by the Pac-12 Conference for public comments made about men’s basketball officiating, Commissioner Larry Scott announced. Krystkowiak made comments to the media that called into question the officiating during Utah’s game at Arizona State on Saturday, Jan. 18. “The Pac-12 membership has established rules that prohibit our

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Gabriel named Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Lackawanna College

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After a nationwide search, Lackawanna College has found its next Men’s Basketball Coach right in its own backyard.  The Athletic Department has announced they have hired Landon Gabriel as the Falcons’ next Head Men’s Basketball Coach.  Coach Gabriel comes to Lackawanna after spending 13 years as the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Carbondale Area.  He

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Burt Paddock Wins his 300th Game

Not only did the Davenport University men’s basketball team win its fifth game in a row and seventh out of the last eight on Saturday at Northwood, but it earned career win No. 300 for Head Coach Burt Paddock. The 12th-year head coach improved to 300-91 (76.7 winning percentage) and will look for victory No.

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Week 10: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions

By AJ Nelson, HoopDirt.com staff writer Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 10 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions. These coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Just Play Solutions which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2019-20 college basketball

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Dr. Dish Skill Builder Workout: Louisville Basketball Team Drill

This is a great team drill using the Dr. Dish CT shooting machine from Coach Beth Burns of the University of Louisville Women’s Basketball program. Here, she focuses on a full court action that incorporates both guards and post players. Of course, as the game becomes more positionless, each player can play each role. Check

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D3 Franklin College Head Basketball Coach elevated to Acting President

Franklin College (IN) has elevated Director of Athletics/Head Men’s Basketball Coach Kerry Prather to the roll of Acting President of the college. Prather will replace Dr. Thomas J. Minar who was terminated by the college following his arrest in Wisconsin. According to a report from WTHR, “Minar is being accused of Use of a Computer

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BREAKING: UNC Wilmington fires Head Basketball Coach C.B. McGrath

UNCW Head Men’s Basketball Coach C.B. McGrath has been relieved of his duties, effective immediately, Director of Athletics Jimmy Bass announced late Monday. McGrath joined the program in April of 2017 and has directed the Seahawks to a 26-58 overall record in three years with the team. UNCW stands 5-14 overall and 0-6 in the Colonial Athletic Association entering

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How to make graphics your recruits will love

Using custom graphics is vital in recruiting these days. The problem is, many college basketball teams don’t have the staff, budget, or time for many design services. This course is the solution. In this course, you’ll learn how to make stunning graphics featuring your prized recruits using only $1.99 in apps. With 11 tutorials and

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Week 9: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions

By AJ Nelson, HoopDirt.com staff writer Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 9 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions. These coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Just Play Solutions which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2019-20 college basketball

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Dr. Dish Skill Builder Workout: Florida Gators Baseline Runner Pick & Pop

This is a great team drill on the Dr. Dish CT shooting machine from Coach Mike White of the University of Florida that works on multiple different game-like actions. Check out the full breakdown of the drill below! First, the Dish makes a pass out to the baseline and the player swings the ball to

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Mitch Buonaguro Consulting Saint Rose Basketball Staffs

One of the most respected college basketball coaches in the country, Mitch Buonaguro, has agreed to lend his expertise as a consultant to The College of Saint Rose men’s and women’s programs. Buonaguro brings more than 40 years of coaching experience at the NCAA Division I level to the Golden Knights. “Mitch brings a tremendous

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