Jamion Christian’s new staff at Siena is beginning to take shape. Last night, I confirmed that Ryan Devlin would be added to the Saints staff (SIENA DIRT). I’ve now also heard from multiple sources that George Washington assistant Carmen Maciariello will also be hired as an assistant coach. Maciariello is an Albany area native who
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Ben Walker Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Tennessee State
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A coaching veteran with experience at the Division I and junior college levels, Ben Walker is the newest addition to the Tennessee State men’s basketball staff, Head Coach Brian “Penny” Collins announced. Making his way to Nashville from South Dakota State University, Walker will serve as an assistant coach on Collins’ first staff at TSU.
Siena Dirt…
I can confirm that Ryan Devlin has been added to Jamion Christian’s new staff at Siena. Devlin was most recently the Director of Player Development at Penn State (2013-17). He also spent four seasons as an assistant at the College of Southern Idaho and worked for Hall of Fame high school Stu Vetter at Montrose
Liberty Names Derek Johnston Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
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The Liberty men’s basketball coaching staff has rounded out as Ritchie McKay announced the hiring of assistant coach Derek Johnston. “I really think the addition of Derek Johnston to our staff will be terrific,” McKay said. “He has been a part of some programs with great coaches that has resulted in winning basketball. We are
Justin Furr Named Assistant Basketball Coach at FGCU
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Bringing a wealth of experience at the Division-I and Division-II levels, former Barry University top assistant coach Justin Furr has been selected by FGCU head men’s basketball coach Michael Fly as the first of the program’s three new assistant coaches. Formerly the lead assistant coach with Barry for the past three seasons, Furr – who
Daily Dirt – 5/14/18
A bunch of things to kick off the week… It sounds like the final two at Cal State Bernardino are both current DII head coaches. I have heard from multiple sources that the leader here is UT Permian Basin head coach Andy Newman. This one will be done this week. I have heard that Former
How 100+ Hoops Programs Gained An Edge in the Offseason
Recruiting and coaching carousel drama may dominate basketball headlines during the summer, but a growing number of coaches are using the offseason to reduce drama within their programs. “We strive to be elite in every area of our program and get an edge in any way we can.” explains Bart Lundy, Head Men’s Basketball Coach
NAIA DIRT…
I can confirm that NAIA Central Baptist College (AR) name Clint Galyean as their new head basketball coach. He will replace Chris Wright who became the head coach at Our Lady of the Lake University (TX) last week. Galyean spent last season as an assistant on Wright’s staff at CBC where they went 21-9 (16-6).
Larry Dixon Named Assistant Basketball Coach at South Florida
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University of South Florida head men’s basketball coach Brian Gregory today announced the addition of Larry Dixon to the Bulls’ coaching staff. Dixon joins Tom Herrion and Scott Wagers as assistant coaches on Gregory’s staff for his second season at the helm of the USF program. “We are excited to welcome Larry to Tampa and to our
JUCO DIRT: Daniels Resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Manor College
I can confirm that Diallo Daniels has resigned as the head basketball coach at NJCAA DII Manor College in order to pursue other opportunities. Daniels had a great run at Manor, compiling a 37-18 record over the past two seasons, including a 17-11 this past year. Before becoming the head coach at the school, Daniels
White Hires Al Pinkins as Associate Head Coach
Florida head coach Mike White has hired Al Pinkins as associate head coach, rounding out the Gators’ men’s basketball coaching staff. Pinkins brings 15 years of collegiate coaching experience, including five in the Southeastern Conference, to Gainesville. “We’re really excited about the opportunity to bring Al to Florida,” White said. “I’ve known Al for many
Kyle Lindsted Added to Gophers Coaching Staff
University of Minnesota head men’s basketball coach Richard Pitino announced Friday the hiring of Kyle Lindsted as assistant coach. Lindsted arrives at the U after spending the last three seasons in the same role at Wichita State. “We are very excited about the addition of Kyle to our basketball program,” Pitino said. “He’s a great