University of Saint Joseph (USJ) and Hall of Fame head men’s baketball coach Jim Calhoun joined an exclusive club Friday night, earning his 900th career win as the Blue Jays downed the Pratt Institute Cannoneers, 105-61, inside the O’Connell Center in non-conference action. The victory is the 10th straight for the Blue Jays as they
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O’Malley announces retirement at NAIA St. Xavier U.
Saint Xavier University head men’s basketball coach Tom O’Malley has announced he will retire after a 23-year coaching career with the Cougars, following the end of the 2019-20 academic year. The winningest coach in Saint Xavier’s men’s basketball program history, O’Malley guided the Cougars to over 500 victories since joining the program in 1997. A
HOT: Kibler resigns as Head Basketball Coach at D3 Hiram College
Hiram College Athletic Director Todd W. Hibbs announced on Friday that Chris Kibler has stepped down as head coach of the Terriers’ men’s basketball program due to personal reasons. Kibler was in his sixth season as head coach, having also previously served three seasons as an assistant coach with the Terriers. Assistant Coach Kyle Jefferson
Miller promoted to Associate Head Basketball Coach at Morningside College
Morningside College Director of Athletics Tim Jager and head men’s basketball coach Jim Sykes have announced the immediate promotion of Trent Miller, assistant coach, to associate head coach. Miller, who has been on staff for a pair of Great Plains Athletic Conference championships and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics’ quarterfinal round-or-higher national tournament advancements, has been the Mustangs’ top assistant
Terra State CC Head Basketball Coach placed on leave
Terra State Community College (OH) head men’s basketball coach Jerry Buccilla has been placed on administrative leave. The college has released the following statement: Terra State Community College President Dr. Ron Schumacher placed college administrator Jerry Buccilla on administrative leave, effective immediately until further notice. The decision to place Buccilla on administrative leave is a
Capel inks contract extension at Pitt
University of Pittsburgh men’s basketball head coach Jeff Capel has signed a two-year contract extension, as announced by school officials Wednesday morning. With the extension, Capel is now under contract through the 2026-27 season. “I am grateful for the commitment Chancellor Gallagher and Director of Athletics Heather Lyke have shown to the Pitt Men’s Basketball
Big 12 reprimands, fines Huggins for comments about referees
In accordance with Big 12 Conference sportsmanship policies, the Conference has issued a public reprimand and $10,000 fine of West Virginia head men’s basketball coach Bob Huggins. “Coach Huggins’ comments following the West Virginia vs. Kansas basketball game violate the Big 12 Conference’s sportsmanship policy,” said Commissioner Bob Bowlsby. “Because this is Coach Huggins’ third
Pennell, Central Arkansas part ways
The University of Central Arkansas and head men’s basketball coach Russ Pennell have agreed to part ways effective immediately, according to Dr. Brad Teague, UCA’s director of athletics. Pennell, in his sixth season at UCA, has been on a leave of absence for personal reasons since Dec. 16. Teague said Tuesday that Pennell will not
Moore named Assistant Basketball Coach at Union College (KY)
College of Coastal Georgia Men’s Basketball Volunteer Assistant Coach Jared Moore has accepted a position as the assistant coach at Union College in Kentucky. Coach Moore joined the Coastal Georgia Men’s Basketball program prior to the 2017-2018 season. In his two full seasons assisting the team they posted records of 15-13 and 17-14. This season,
Northwestern State’s McConathy nabs 300th career victory
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Five Northwestern State scorers reached double figures as the Demons topped the 100-point mark in Southland Conference for the first time in five years Sunday in a 106-79 win against Houston Baptist. The Demons (5-8, 2-2 SLC) made 60 percent from the field and 10-of-20 from the 3-point line in an offensive showcase that totaled
JUCO DIRT: Southern Nevada set to add men’s basketball; Veteran coach hired
Following on something that I mentioned back on December 19… I can confirm that the College of Southern Nevada will begin playing men’s and women’s basketball next season. They intend to compete in the Scenic West Athletic Conference (NJCAA D1). Southern Nevada last had basketball during the 2002-03 season. It also sounds like veteran JUCO
Week 8: 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 8 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