Starting to get busy at the HD World Headquarters. Here are a bunch of things that I’ve heard… It sounds like Pitt AD Heather Lyke is moving quickly in her efforts to right the ship at Pitt. Lyke, who spent 15 years as a senior administrator at Ohio State has reportedly already reached out to
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GSC Men’s Basketball Coach Stephen Dye Will Not Return Next Season
After nine seasons as Head Coach for the Men’s Pioneer Basketball Team, Stephen Dye will not be returning next season, announced Mr. Rusty Vineyard, GSC’s Vice President of Student Life and Athletics. “Glenville State thanks Coach Dye for his committed service and dedication to the program. We wish him nothing but the best and thank him for his
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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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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)