Naismith Hall of Fame coach John Calipari, who has led six teams to the Final Four, was named the 14th Razorback head men’s basketball coach, University of Arkansas Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Hunter Yurachek announced Wednesday. Calipari has signed a five-year contract to lead the Razorbacks with a salary beginning at $7 million
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D3 DIRT: Hartwick opens
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Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Nick Ciresi is no longer the head men’s basketball coach at D3 Hartwick College. Ciresi had spent the past three seasons as the Hawks head coach, where he put together a 12-59 (.169) record. This past season, Hartwick went 1-22 (0-16 E8). Prior to his time at
Kirkland named Head Basketball Coach at Delta College
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Delta College has announced the appointment of Ramon Kirkland as the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach. With an illustrious coaching career spanning 15 years in the realm of basketball, Coach Ramon brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and a winning mindset to the Delta College athletic program. As the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Coach
Brian Bess retires as Head Basketball Coach at Three Rivers College
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Brian Bess has retired as the head men’s basketball coach at Three Rivers College. Bess just wrapped up his 31st year as a Physical Education Professor and 4th year as Athletic Director/Head Men’s Basketball Coach at TRC. Back in 2020, Bess took over the men’s basketball program following the retirement of his father Gene, who had
Heiar resigns at Mineral Area; Set to take over at Trinity Valley
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Mineral Area Community College released the following statement on the status of head men’s basketball coach Greg Heiar: Greg Heiar has resigned from his position as head men’s basketball coach at Mineral Area College and has accepted the head men’s basketball coach position at Trinity Valley Community College in Athens, Texas. In one season leading
D2 DIRT: Lynn U (FL) set to hire current NJCAA D1 head coach
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Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that D2 Lynn University (FL) will hire Indian River State College (FL) Bill Morosco as their new head men’s basketball coach. Morosco has spent the past two seasons as the helm of the IRSC program where he has gone 49-13 (25-6 this past year). Prior to his time
Arthur retires as Head Basketball Coach at Southwestern Christian
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Coach Mark Arthur Retires After 29 Seasons As Basketball Coach For a total of 29 seasons, Mark Arthur coached both men’s and women’s basketball at Southwestern Christian University. After another successful season of women’s basketball with an appearance at the NCCAA National Tournament, Mark Arthur has announced his retirement from basketball to concentrate on his role as VP for Intercollegiate Athletics.
DAILY DIRT – 4/9/24
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Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Congrats to Dan Hurley and UConn – blew everyone out in the tourney this year to capture their second straight title. Ridiculously impressive. Here are a few things that I’ve heard… New St. Louis head coach Josh Schertz is bringing Antone Gray and Rob Gardiner with him from Indiana State. Gray
OFFICIAL: D3 Rosemont opens
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I first mentioned this one in the DAILY DIRT back on 3/21 – it’s now been made official. Here’s the official statement from Rosemont on their men’s basketball coaching change: Bob Hughes Men’s Basketball Coach, has decided to leave Rosemont to pursue other opportunities Bob has led Rosemont’s men’s basketball team for nearly 12 years.
SMU names Capko Associate Head Basketball Coach
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SMU Head Coach Andy Enfield has named Chris Capko associate head coach for SMU Men’s Basketball. Capko was on Enfield’s staff at USC for ten seasons, including the past three years as associate head coach. USC was 176-93 in his eight seasons as assistant or associate head coach, including four trips to the NCAA Tournament
Christian named Head Basketball Coach at Canisius
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Canisius Vice President and Director of Athletics and Recreation Bill Maher announced today (Monday, April 8) that Jim Christian has been named the 25th head coach in Canisius men’s basketball history. With nearly two decades of NCAA Division I head coaching experience to his credit, Christian takes over the Golden Griffin program after spending the previous two seasons as
Short-Term and Long-Term Goal Setting for a Young Coach
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Embarking on a coaching career as a young professional brings with it the excitement of molding athletes and contributing to the dynamic world of sports. To navigate the journey effectively, it’s crucial for a young sport coach to engage in purposeful goal setting. In this article, we will delve into the significance of both short-term