CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Miami coach Jim Larranaga believes he is the “Coach-3” named in court documents that detail the federal investigation of corruption in college basketball recruiting, and insists he did nothing wrong. Larranaga spoke out Monday about the scandal for the first time, reading from a prepared statement. He has not been
R.J. Evans Named Acting Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Louisville
R.J. Evans, who has been a program assistant on the UofL men’s basketball staff since May, has been elevated to Acting Assistant Coach for the Cardinals. “R.J. is a very talented young coach with a great future,” said Interim Head Coach David Padgett. “He’s another member of our staff that has competed at a very
OFFICIAL: Greg Paulus Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Louisville
Greg Paulus, who has worked on the basketball staffs at Ohio State and Navy a combined seven years, has been named an assistant basketball coach at the University of Louisville under Interim Coach David Padgett. “Greg is a very valuable addition to our staff,” Padgett said. “He will bring a wealth of knowledge from many
REPORT: Greg Paulus to be named Interim Assistant Basketball Coach at Louisville
According to a report by Jeff Greer of the Louisville Courier-Journal, Louisville acting head coach David Padgett will add Greg Paulus to his staff as an interim assistant basketball coach. Paulus had been on the staff at Ohio State since 2011, and was not retained when Chris Holtmann took over as the Buckeyes head coach
REPORT: Miami Head Coach Jim Larranaga Receives Subpoena in FBI Probe
According to a report by Nathan Fenno of the Los Angeles Times, Miami coach Jim Larranaga has received a grand jury subpoena for texts, emails and other items in the college hoops bribery and corruption case. Fenno also went on to say that “Larranaga’s attorneys are adamant the coach, who wasn’t among the 10 men
Louisville Approves 1-year, $800,000 Contract for Acting Head Coach David Padgett
The University of Louisville Athletic Association board has approved a one-year, $800,000 contract for Cardinals Acting Head Basketball Coach David Padgett in their meeting this morning. Padgett will receive a $400,000 base salary, and will earn an additional $400,000 from appearances. Other incentives that he could earn include: $25,000 if the team finishes the regular
Louisville Fires Assistant Basketball Coach Jordan Fair
The University of Louisville released the following statement tonight: “The University of Louisville has parted ways with assistant men’s basketball coach Jordan Fair, exercising the option in his contract to terminate his employment without cause. He will continue to be paid for 30 days. Associate head men’s basketball coach Kenny Johnson remains on paid administrative
Trent Johnson Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Louisville
Trent Johnson, who has 36 years of coaching experience including 17 years as a head coach at four collegiate programs, has joined the University of Louisville men’s basketball staff as an assistant coach. “Coach Johnson is highly experienced,” said UofL Acting Head Coach David Padgett. “I’ve personally known him for a long time. He was
Louisville Places Assistant Basketball Coaches Kenny Johnson and Jordan Fair on Administrative Leave
The University of Louisville released the following statement today regarding the status of Kenny Johnson and Jordan Fair, The University of Louisville has placed associate head men’s basketball coach Kenny Johnson and assistant men’s basketball coach Jordan Fair on paid administrative leave, effective immediately. “We are in the process of executing our due diligence as
Louisville Assistant Basketball Coaches Still Employed, but “Not Active”
Louisville interim athletic director Vince Tyra held a press conference today, where he addressed the status of assistant basketball coaches Jordan Fair and Kenny Johnson. Tyra said that as of now, Fair and Johnson were still employed by the school, but “not active.” They have not attended practices or workouts since the college basketball corruption
Georgia Tech’s Pastner Extended Through 2022-23
Georgia Tech men’s basketball head coach Josh Pastner has signed a one-year contract extension to remain with the Yellow Jackets through the 2022-23 season, Georgia Tech athletics announced on Wednesday. Pastner agreed to a six-year contract when he was named Georgia Tech’s 14th men’s basketball head coach on April 8, 2016. With the extension, six
MUST READ: The official letter sent to Rick Pitino from Louisville President Dr. Greg Postel
Here is a copy of the official letter that was sent to Rick Pitino informing him that he would be placed on leave from Louisville President Dr. Greg Postel: