University of Michigan head men’s basketball coach John Beilein announced the hiring of long-time Huron High School administrator and boys basketball coach Waleed Samaha as the Wolverines’ new Director of Basketball Operations. Additionally, Beilein announced the elevation of Bryan Smothers to Video Analyst after he spent the last two seasons as the Graduate Manager. “We
OFFICIAL: Michael Lewis Named Assistant Coach at Nebraska
Following up on a rumor from Monday (Daily Dirt – 5/2/16)…University of Nebraska men’s basketball coach Tim Miles announced the hiring of Michael Lewis as an assistant coach for the Husker basketball program. Lewis comes to Nebraska after spending the past five seasons at Butler University. During his five years at Butler, the Bulldogs made
OFFICIAL: Donlon and Washington Added to Michigan Staff
Following up on a report from earlier today…University of Michigan men’s basketball head coach John Beilein announced the hiring of Billy Donlon and Saddi Washington as assistant coaches for the Wolverines. “We are forever grateful for the fine work that LaVall Jordan and Bacari Alexander brought to our program over the past six years,” said Beilein. “Their departures, however, have opened up a great opportunity
Rutgers Staff Update
Rutgers Head Men’s Basketball Coach Steve Pikiell announced the hiring of Dan Rickard as Senior Advisor, Greg Vetrone as Director of Player Development, Ben Asher as Special Assistant to the Head Coach and Bryan Dougher as Director of Basketball Operations. “I am incredibly pleased to complete our staff with hard-working and dedicated individuals who not only have great knowledge of the game, but also understand
Brandin Knight Officially Named as Assistant Coach at Rutgers
Brandin Knight, who spent the past 10 seasons courtside at Pittsburgh, including the last eight as assistant coach, has been named Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Rutgers University. A New Jersey native with a reputation as one of college basketball’s top young coaches, he advanced to 10 NCAA Tournaments as either a staffer (eight) or
Jay Young Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Rutgers
Jay Young, who spent the past 11 seasons as an assistant at Stony Brook, including the last seven as associate head coach, has been named Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Rutgers University. He arrives “On the Banks” with 29 years of collegiate coaching experience. “Jay is one of the finest people that I have had
Greg Gard Adds Joe Krabbenhoft to Wisconsin Coaching Staff
Wisconsin head basketball coach Greg Gard announced on Monday the addition of former Badger standout Joe Krabbenhoft to his staff as an assistant coach. “I am absolutely thrilled and thankful for the opportunity to return to Wisconsin,” Krabbenhoft said. “It really is a dream come true for me and my family. I’ve had conversations with Coach Gard about becoming
Michigan State’s Tom Izzo Elected to Basketball Hall of Fame
Michigan State men’s basketball coach Tom Izzo is set to join the basketball elite after being elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The announcement was made Monday, April 4 in Houston as part of Final Four Weekend. “I’ve always told my players that they need to dream something before they can achieve it,” said
Wisconsin Assistant Basketball Coach Gary Close Resigns
Longtime assistant coach Gary Close announced his resignation from the Wisconsin Men’s Basketball staff on Wednesday to pursue other professional opportunities. “Earlier this week I informed Coach Gard that I have made the difficult decision to resign my position as assistant coach to pursue other opportunities. It was an honor and a privilege to have coached at
OFFICIAL: Pikiell Introduced as Head Basketball Coach at Rutgers
Steve Pikiell, the 2016 America East Conference Coach of the Year who led Stony Brook to six post-season appearances over the past seven years, has been named the 19th head coach in the history of the Rutgers men’s basketball program. A two-time team captain at point guard under Naismith Hall of Fame Head Coach Jim
HOT: Stony Brook’s Steve Pikiell to be named Head Basketball Coach at Rutgers
Stony Brook’s Steve Pikiell will become the new head basketball coach Rutgers. The official announcement is expected as early as today. Pikiell just wrapped up his 11th season at SBU – his Seawolves lost to Kentucky on Thursday in the first round of the NCAA tournament. He was honored as the 2016 America East Coach of the
OFFICIAL: Eddie Jordan Dismissed as Head Basketball Coach at Rutgers
Rutgers University Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Patrick Hobbs announced today that Eddie Jordan has been dismissed as head men’s basketball coach. “I have decided that we need new leadership for our men’s basketball program,” said Hobbs. “Rutgers University is deeply appreciative of Coach Jordan’s efforts these past three years. He is and will always remain