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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

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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

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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,

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Northwestern State’s McConathy nabs 300th career victory

Photo Courtesy Chris Reich -NSU Photographic Services

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

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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

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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

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Reset Your Basketball Mindset For 2020

Many people take the opportunity of a new year to reset their fitness goals. The same should apply for the few months remaining this basketball season and your mindset going into summer. As a coach, player, or parent, use the new year to get back to your routine and feel proud of your efforts.  Ignore

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Oroszko Elevated to Associate Head Coach at American International College

American International College men’s basketball head coach Andy Burkholder announced that Chris Oroszko has been promoted to associate head coach, effective immediately, on Friday, January 3. “I am extremely excited for Chris, as he has certainly earned the title of Associate Head Coach,” Burkholder said, adding that “Chris’s impact with our student athletes, both on

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REPORT: UTEP’s Terry hospitalized in critical condition

According to CBS4’s Lou Romano, UTEP head coach Rodney Terry is in critical condition in a Miami hospital following an allergic reaction. Multiple outlets are reporting that Terry became ill following a team meal on Wednesday night as UTEP was in Miami getting ready to face Florida International today. Assistant coach Kenton Paulino coached the

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