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Workflow Automation in the Budget Conscious World

After huge success this year, Just Play is now offering a streamlined workflow solution for D2 / D3 / NAIA teams. Imagine this: It’s the middle of the season, you’re tired, stressed and you find yourself frustrated because: You are operating in two, three or maybe even four different software systems to prepare for your

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NAIA DIRT: Dickinson State Search Update

I have heard that the search to replace former head basketball coach Justin Wetzel who resigned last week at Dickinson State University (ND) is moving quickly. It sounds like two finalists interviewed on campus yesterday, and another is due in today. Yesterday’s interviews included University of Mary (ND) assistant coach Josh Vaughan and former Bismarck

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HOT: Alabama Launches Internal Investigation; Basketball Staffer Resigns

Alabama Athletic Director Greg Byrne has released the following statement: “Following yesterday’s reports from New York regarding a Federal investigation of intercollegiate athletics, The University of Alabama Department of Athletics immediately initiated an internal review of our men’s basketball operations. As a result, we have accepted the resignation effective today of Kobie Baker, a men’s

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Former Dickinson State Head Coach Justin Wetzel Named Assistant Coach for the Milwaukee Herd (NBA G-League)

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Following up on a story from last week (Dickinson State Head Basketball Coach Justin Wetzel Resigns)… When Justin Wetzel resigned as the head basketball coach at Dickinson State last week, the release said that “the team Wetzel will be working for will be announcing specifics at a later date.” It has now been made official

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Carroll University Basketball Staff Update

The Carroll University men’s basketball program announced the promotion of Kyle Jones to the position of Associate Head Coach, and the hiring of  Kyle Keranen as the Graduate Assistant heading into the upcoming 2017-18 season. “Coach Jones is a rising star in the coaching profession and very deserving of the Associate Head Coach title,” Carroll

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Akeem Scott Named Head Basketball Coach at Kentucky Christian University

Akeem Scott has been named as the head coach of the Kentucky Christian University Knights following a stint as an assistant coach with the West Virginia State University Women’s Basketball Program. In 2013-14 Coach Scott helped lead Asbury Lady Eagles to a 25-7 record, recording the most wins in team history as well as capturing

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Former Oklahoma State Head Coach Sean Sutton Joins Texas tech Staff

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Sean Sutton has joined the Texas Tech men’s basketball staff as an Advisor to the Head Coach announced Wednesday by head coach Chris Beard. Sutton possesses 22 years of collegiate coaching experience and has either coached or played with 24 NBA players over his career. He has been a part of 13 NCAA Tournaments, seven

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Corruption Scandal Updates…

Day 2 of “Coachgate”…trying to keep up with all of the moving parts. Here’s a quick re-cap of what’s happened so far today… Rick Pitino has been placed on administrative leave without pay at Louisville – his agent said that it means he’s been “effectively fired.” AD Tim Jurich has also been placed on leave,

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WATCH LIVE: Louisville Press Conference

Louisville Interim President Greg Postel’s press conference on the current scandal. Watch live HERE Highlights: Pitino placed on unpaid leave AD Tom Jurich also placed on leave Interim head coach and AD to be appointed this week Terrible disappointment and anger from Dr. Postel and the board

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Oklahoma State’s Lamont Evans Surrenders to Federal Authorities

The FBI says Oklahoma State Associate Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator Lamont Evans has surrendered to federal authorities in allegations that he took bribes to influence star athletes. FBI special agent Jessica Rice says Evans surrendered to federal marshals early Wednesday on federal corruption charges following an investigation into the criminal influence of money on coaches and

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BREAKING: Louisville Fires Head Basketball Coach Rick Pitino

LOUISVILLE, KY – NOVEMBER 29: Rick Pitino the head coach of the Louisville Cardinals givees instructions to his team during the game against the Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles at KFC YUM! Center on November 29, 2013 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

According to a report, Louisville has fired head basketball coach Rick Pitino. The news was first reported by television reporter Kent Taylor of WAVE-TV in Kentucky. Taylor just tweeted the following: According to sources, Tom Jurich was asked to fire Rick Pitino, refused, both were fired — Kent Taylor (@KentTaylorWAVE) September 27, 2017 **UPDATE: Pitino’s

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