Westmont Director of Athletics Robert Ruiz has announced the hiring of Justin Leslie as the head coach of the men’s basketball program. He becomes the 17th head coach in what will be the program’s 85th season next year. “I am thrilled to welcome Justin and his family to the Westmont community,” said Ruiz. “I have had
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Estes resigns as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Barry University
After 12 years as Barry University’s Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Butch Estes has decided to resign his position to explore other opportunities so he can be closer to his family. Coach Estes released the following statement: “After much thought and prayer, and with deep respect and gratitude, I have made the decision to depart from Barry’s head coaching
Iowa Basketball Staff Update
Story: James Allan, Iowa Athletics Josh Sash and Bryston Williams have joined the University of Iowa men’s basketball coaching staff as assistant coaches, it was announced Tuesday by head coach Ben McCollum. Sash and Williams join McCollum in Iowa City after serving on his staff at Drake a season ago. The duo helped guide the Bulldogs to a school-record
Buzz Williams named Head Basketball Coach at Maryland
Buzz Williams has been named the new head coach of the Maryland Men’s Basketball program, as announced by Colleen Sorem, Interim Barry P. Gossett Director of Athletics. Williams will be introduced at a press conference at Noon on Wednesday, April 2 on the main court at XFINITY Center. Williams has led his programs to 11
Trae Young named Assistant General Manager for Men’s Basketball at Oklahoma; Pledges $1 million toward program
Story Courtesy OU Athletics Communications University of Oklahoma Vice President and Athletics Director Joe Castiglione announced Monday that OU has hired former Sooners All-American and four-time NBA All-Star Trae Young as assistant general manager for men’s basketball. Castiglione also announced that Young has pledged to donate $1 million to support the championship efforts of that program.
Frazier re-joins Virginia Tech Basketball Staff as Associate Head Coach
Virginia Tech head men’s basketball coach Mike Young announced Tuesday the return of Chester Frazier to the Hokies’ coaching staff as the program’s associate head coach. Frazier, a respected coaching veteran and proven recruiter, rejoins the Hokies after serving as an associate head coach at West Virginia. “We are thrilled to welcome Chester, his wife, Sarah, and
Daily Dirt – 4/1/25
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Just blasting out a few quick things. Going to be a busy day. Keeping an eye on some 4/1 buyouts… I can confirm that Jamion Christian is the leader at Bryant and this thing is moving quickly. Christian, who has been coaching in Italy for the past few seasons is the
Hawkins promoted to Associate Head Basketball Coach at Southern Illinois
Southern Illinois men’s basketball head coach Scott Nagy announced Monday that Steve Hawkins has been promoted to Associate Head Coach. “Promoting Coach Hawkins was definitely the right decision for us,” Nagy said. “Like our players, I rely heavily on Coach Hawkins in all situations. His coaching experience and work ethic make this an obvious choice for us.” In addition
Weick agrees to contract extension at Minnesota Duluth
The University of Minnesota Duluth and head men’s basketball coach Justin Wieck have agreed to a contract extension that will keep him on the Bulldog bench through the 2028-29 season. “Justin is respected by our entire staff and I am pleased to announce that he will continue to lead Bulldog basketball,” said UMD director of athletics Forrest Karr.
OFFICIAL: Rocky Mountain named Neville as new Head Basketball Coach
Following up on something that I first mentioned in the Daily Dirt on 3/28. NAIA Rocky Mountain College has officially named Danny Neville as their new Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Here is the statement from the school on the hiring: Rocky Mountain College Athletics is excited to announce the hiring of Danny Neville as the
OFFICIAL: O’Connor named Head Basketball Coach at Georgia Southwestern
I first mentioned this move in the Daily Dirt back on 3/28. It’s now official – Kevin O’Connor has taken over as the head basketball coach at D2 Georgia Southwestern State. Here’s the press release from the school: Georgia Southwestern State University Director of Athletics Mike Leeder announced today that Kevin O’Connor has been named
JUCO DIRT: Downing named Head Basketball Coach at Seward County CC
Austin Downing has been named as the new head coach at Seward County CC according to a social media post that he made earlier today. Downing had been an assistant at Barton Community College for the past three seasons. The program has gone 86-19 during that time. More on this move once it becomes official.