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Oats Signs 5-Year Extension to remain Men’s Basketball Coach at Buffalo

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The University at Buffalo and men’s basketball coach Nate Oats have agreed to a new five-year contract, Interim Director of Athletics Kathy Twist announced today. The contract runs through the 2023 season. Oats has led the Bulls to one of its best seasons in program history, with a 24-8 overall record and a No. 1

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JUCO DIRT: Coaching Change made at New Mexico JC

I can confirm that a change has been made at New Mexico Junior College and that Brian Lohrey is no longer the head coach there. Lohrey had been the Thunderbirds head coach for the past three seasons, and served as and assistant at the school for the previous three. His squad finished 16-14 (5-11) this

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OFFICIAL: South Alabama announces Matthew Graves’ contract will not be renewed

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University of South Alabama Director of Athletics Dr. Joel Erdmann announced Thursday that the contract of head men’s basketball coach Matthew Graves will not be renewed. Graves just completed his fifth season at the helm of the program with an overall 65-96 record. “I met with Matthew this afternoon and have informed him that I

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Matthew Graves out as Head Basketball Coach at South Alabama

HoopDirt.com can confirm an earlier ESPN report that Matthew Graves will not be retained as the head basketball coach at the University of South Alabama. Graves squad finished this season with a 14-18 (7-11 Sun Belt) record. Graves, who was hired back in 2013 following 17 seasons in the Butler program, wraps up his tenure

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G.G. Smith Resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Loyola (MD)

Orlando “G.G.” Smith announced he is stepping down today as head men’s basketball coach at Loyola University Maryland. Smith recently completed his 11th year with the Greyhounds program and fifth as head coach. “I am grateful to G.G. for his efforts on behalf of Loyola University Maryland and our men’s basketball program,” said Donna M.

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REPORT: Reggie Theus, AD fired after their involvement in a fight

According to a Los Angeles Times report, Cal State Northridge head coach Reggie Theus, and Athletic Director Brandon Martin were involved in a physical altercation shortly before the school dismissed both of them. Also, according to CSUN’s police department, Theus has filed a complaint of battery against Martin. “This case is under investigation by CSUN

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Official Statement from Pitt AD Heather Lyke on the Dismissal of Kevin Stallings

University of Pittsburgh Director of Athletics Heather Lyke announced today that Kevin Stallings will no longer be the Panthers’ head men’s basketball coach.   “I want to express my appreciation to Coach Stallings for his commitment to our program,” Lyke said. “In moving forward, we have tremendous expectations for our men’s basketball program at Pitt

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BREAKING REPORT: Pitt Parts Ways With Kevin Stallings

According to a report by Jon Rothstein, Pitt has parted ways with head basketball coach Kevin Stallings after just two seasons. It sounds like his buyout could be in the $9 million range. The Panthers finished this season 8-24 (0-18 ACC). More on this breaking story as in develops.  

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UTEP Search Update

According to a report in the El Paso Times, UTEP has interviewed seven candidates so far in their search for a new basketball coach. According to the report, the seven are: Joe Dooley – Head Coach Florida Gulf Coast Steve Forbes – Head Coach East Tennessee State Greg Foster – Milwaukee Bucks Assistant (UTEP Alum)

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Coach Like a Champion: PGC Basketball Courses

PGC BASKETBALL COURSES Date: Courses for coaches and players are offered from June-August Location: 99 sessions offered in 29 different states Cost: $295 for coaches (includes meals and accommodations for 5 days & 4 nights) Event: Coaches, join us for one of the most invigorating and transformational weeks of your coaching career. Over 1,200 coaches attend PGC courses each year to learn

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Terry Evans to Become Next Head Basketball Coach at SWOSU

In today’s Daily Dirt, I mentioned that Terry Evans was involved at Southwestern Oklahoma State. I have now heard that he is in fact the choice, and will become the next head basketball coach at the school. **UPDATE: The story is also confirmed by NewsOK – Link HERE** Evans had spent the past two seasons

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Scott Cherry and High Point Mutually Agree to Part Ways

High Point University athletics director Dan Hauser and Scott Cherry have mutually agreed to a change in the head coach leadership of the men’s basketball program, effective immediately. “I would like to thank Scott Cherry for his leadership and commitment to our men’s basketball program and the High Point community over the last nine years,”

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