Donnie Jones has been named as the next men’s basketball head coach at Stetson University, Director of Athletics Jeff Altier announced. A press conference to introduce Jones will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, April 1, in the Hall of Fame Room at the Edmunds Center, 143 E. Pennsylvania Ave., in DeLand. Jones, the 22nd
OFFICIAL: Williams out at Stetson
Following-up on something that I mentioned early yesterday morning in the Daily Dirt. It’s now been made official as Stetson University Director of Athletics Jeff Altier announced on today that Corey Williams will no longer serve as men’s basketball head coach at the University. Williams, who recently completed his sixth season with the Hatters, owns
Liberty Men’s Basketball Staff Update
Liberty men’s basketball head coach Ritchie McKay announced the hiring of Kevin Anderson, joining the program as an assistant coach. In addition, McKay has promoted Brad Soucie to associate head coach for the Flames. “I remember watching Kevin as a player and how much I appreciated his game. I admire what he was and is
Former Butler Star Khyle Marshall Named Video Coordinator at FGCU
Khyle Marshall, who was a three-year starter and a key member of Butler’s 2011 national runner-up team, has been named the new video coordinator for the FGCU men’s basketball program. Marshall joins recent offseason assistant coaching hires, Justin Furr and Donnie Marsh, for new FGCU men’s basketball head coach Michael Fly, who took the reins of
North Alabama Names Tom Berryman Assistant Basketball Coach
University of North Alabama men’s head basketball coach Tony Pujol has announced the hiring of Tom Berryman as assistant coach. The Florence, Ala., native comes to UNA from Southeast Missouri State and has 11 years of coaching experience. “Tom is an outstanding basketball coach,” said Pujol. “His attention to detail and his preparation will not
Michael Fly Named Head Basketball Coach at Florida Gulf Coast
Michael Fly, who has spent the previous seven years as an assistant coach on the Eagles’ staff, has been selected as the head coach of the FGCU men’s basketball program. Fly has been a part of more than 150 wins the past seven years, six ASUN Tournament Final appearances, three NCAA Tournament victories, three ASUN
BREAKING: Tony Pujol Named Head Basketball Coach at North Alabama
Tony Pujol, an assistant basketball coach at the University of Wyoming with 14 years of collegiate coaching experience, has been hired as the head men’s basketball coach at the University of North Alabama, UNA Athletic Director Mark Linder announced Monday. A former assistant basketball coach at Appalachian State University, Virginia Commonwealth University and the University
OFFICIAL: Dave Dickerson Named Head Basketball Coach at USC Upstate
The University of South Carolina Upstate announced this morning that Dave Dickerson will join the university as head coach of the men’s basketball team. Dickerson, who is currently employed with the NBA’s Utah Jazz, spent seven years on the sidelines at The Ohio State University as the associate head men’s basketball coach. Dickerson has been
North Alabama Search Update II
Last week, I mentioned seven candidates for the opening at North Alabama. I have now heard that four of them have advanced to the next round and will have / have had on campus interviews. The four names that I’ve heard are that have advanced are: Larry Cordaro – head coach LSU Alexandria (also interviewed
North Alabama Search Update…
I have now heard from multiple sources that the search has been narrowed to five candidates at the University of North Alabama. UNA becomes a full-time DI member next season and will join the ASUN conference. I’ve heard the final group includes five of these seven: TJ Cleveland – Assistant Coach Arkansas. Played for the
OFFICIAL: North Alabama does not renew Contract of Bobby Champagne as they transition to DI
The University of North Alabama will not renew the contract of current men’s basketball head coach Bobby Champagne, UNA Athletic Director Mark Linder announced Monday. Champagne has coached at North Alabama since 2004 and has a 245-195 record with the Lions, including a 58-57 mark over the last four seasons. “I met with Bobby this
BREAKING DI DIRT: Perry Out at USC Upstate
HoopDirt.com can confirm an ESPN report that Kyle Perry is no longer the head basketball coach at USC Upstate. While there has been no official statement by the university, Perry, as well as AD Julio Freire, have had their names removed from the official USC Upstate website. Perry took over back in October after head