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Siverling resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Wisconsin-Eau Claire

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Director of Athletics Jason Verdugo announced Friday that Head Men’s Basketball Coach Matt Siverling has resigned from his position. “It was an honor to lead the Blugold basketball program,” Siverling said. “I want to thank God for blessing me and my family with this tremendous opportunity. As a coach you get the chance

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Dr. Dish Drill of The Week

Coach Tony Miller shares a great partner shooting drill to simulate an east-west closeout, similar to what shooter might face playing against a zone defense. Check out the full breakdown in the video below! Partner Contested Shooting Drill

Lloyd extended through 2029 at Arizona

The University of Arizona and men’s basketball head coach Tommy Lloyd have agreed on a five-year contract extension that will keep Lloyd in Tucson until at least 2029, pending approval by the Arizona Board of Regents. “Tommy has proven to be a championship coach, an exceptional leader and recruiter, and has reinvigorated Wildcat pride by transforming the

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Quinnipiac extends Pecora through 2027-28

Quinnipiac Director of Athletics Greg Amodio has announced a contract extension for Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tom Pecora through the end of the 2027-28 season. Pecora has led the Bobcats to a 19-6 start during his first season at the helm of the program. Quinnipiac (11-3 MAAC record) currently sits atop the league standings with just under

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WEEK 15: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 15 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions. These coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Just Play Solutions which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2023-24 college basketball season. This is

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Legendary Coach Lefty Driesell passes away

Legendary men’s basketball coach Lefty Driesell passed away this morning at the age of 92. The former head coach at Davidson (1960-69), Maryland (1969-86), James Madison (1988-96), and Georgia State (1997-03) held an overall coaching record of 786-394 and was named Coach of the Year nine times throughout four different conferences. There have been many

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INTERIM TAG REMOVED: Grant named Head Men’s Basketball Coach at D2 Mount Olive

The University of Mount Olive has officially removed the interim tag from head basketball coach Zach Grant, and named him to the position on a permanent basis. Grant took over for Dory Hines at the end of September after a late change was made. He had been an assistant on the UMO staff for one

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Steps to Take on Your Resume and During the Job Search Process if You Were Dismissed

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Being dismissed can feel like a blow to your coaching career, but it doesn’t have to derail your job search. Here are some steps a coach can take on their resume and during the job search after a dismissal: On the Resume: During the Job Search: Additional Tips: Remember, being dismissed doesn’t define you as

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OFFICIAL: Ohio State fires Head Basketball Coach Chris Holtmann

Following-up on earlier reports from today. Ohio State has made Chris Holtmann’s dismissal official this afternoon by releasing the following statement: Gene Smith, The Ohio State University Senior Vice President and Wolfe Foundation Endowed Athletics Director, has terminated the contract of men’s basketball head coach Chris Holtmann effective immediately. Holtmann had four years remaining on his contract

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REPORT: Holtmann out at Ohio State

According to multiple reports, including one from Jeff Goodman, Chris Holtmann has been fired as the head basketball coach at Ohio State. Holtmann was in his 7th season with the Buckeyes, and had compiled a 137-86 (.614) record, including a 14-11 (4-10 Big Ten) mark this season. It has been reported that Ohio State could

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WEEK 14: HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions

Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 14 HoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Just Play Solutions. These coaches are now eligible to receive the HoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Just Play Solutions which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2023-24 college basketball season. This is

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