Rollins College has announced the retirement of Head Men’s Basketball Coach Tom Klusman after more than four decades on the job. During the 2024-25 season, Coach Klusman took a leave of absence, and interim head coach Kevin Hogan stepped up to lead the program. We are pleased to announce that Coach Hogan will now take over the program
D2 DIRT: Hoehn steps away as Head Basketball Coach at Bluefield State
Bluefield State head basketball coach Devin Hoehn has resigned according to a message that he posted on social media today. Hoehn led Bluefield State to a 19-12 record this past season, and an appearance in the NCAA D2 Tournament. In his four seasons at the school, he went 48-62 (.436). No word yet on his
OFFICIAL: Murphy named Head Basketball Coach at Florida Tech
I mentioned this move back on 4/7 (D2 DIRT). It’s now been made official – Wofford’s Will Murphy has been hired as the new head basketball coach at D2 Florida Tech. Here’s the official statement: Florida Tech Director of Athletics Jamie Joss announces announce the hiring of Will Murphy as the next head coach of the Panthers
D2 DIRT: Lincoln Memorial search update
In today’s Daily Dirt, I mentioned that the job at D2 powerhouse Lincoln Memorial University (TN) had been offered to Lenoir-Rhyne University (NC) head coach Brent Owen. I have now heard from multiple sources that Owen, who led the Bears to a 29-6 record and an appearance in the NCAA D2 Elite Eight this past
D’Alessio, Fayetteville State mutually part ways
Luke D’Alessio successfully accomplished his objective of establishing the Fayetteville State men’s basketball program as a contender in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) when he assumed the role of the 18th head coach in 2019. After five seasons at the helm, Coach D’Alessio and Fayetteville State University have reached a mutual decision to part ways—closing
Nelson, Smith added to Northern State Basketball Staff
Northern State University head men’s basketball coach Matt Wilber announced his 2025-26 coaching staff today with the additions of Jack Nelson and Wes Smith. Nelson joins the Wolves after serving as the associate head coach at the University of Sioux Falls and head coach at the University of Mary, while Smith served as an assistant
Purdue University Northwest names Ashton as new Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Purdue University Northwest Athletic Director Rick Costello has named Jordan Ashton as the next head coach for the men’s basketball program. “On behalf of the Purdue University Northwest Pride, I am excited to announce the appointment of Jordan Ashton as the Head Men’s Basketball Coach,” said Costello. “Jordan is a rising star in the coaching profession, with an impressive basketball background and
UMary names Tighe as new Head Basketball Coach
In yesterday’s Daily Dirt, I teased the news that D2 UMary would hire a current NAIA head coach. Here is the official announcement from UMary announcing the move… Darren Tighe, a proven program builder with multiple national tournament appearances and conference championships to his credit, has been named the new head men’s basketball coach at
D2 DIRT: Florida Tech set to hire SoCon assistant as new Head Coach
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Following-up on something that I first reported earlier this morning (DAILY DIRT)…. I have heard from multiple sources that D2 Florida Tech intends to hire Wofford Associate Head Coach Will Murphy as their new Head Coach. Murphy joined the Wofford staff as Director of Basketball Operations in June 2017, was promoted
D2 Academy of Art University Announces Discontinuation of Intercollegiate Sports Programs
Academy of Art University announced the decision to discontinue its intercollegiate sports programs at the conclusion of the 2024-2025 academic year. The decision comes after months of deliberation about how the university can use its resources to best serve the greatest number of students, many of whom attend the university in a remote or hybrid
D2 DIRT: Kennedy set to become new Head Basketball Coach at Cameron
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm through multiples sources that D2 Cameron University (OK) will hire Nathan Kennedy as their new head men’s basketball coach. Kennedy has spent the past five seasons on the Arkansas Tech staff, serving most recently as the associate head coach. Prior to his time at Tech, Kennedy worked as
D2 NEWS: Hettinga inks 10-yr contract at Lake Superior State
The Lake Superior State University (LSSU) Department of Athletics has announced a momentous 10-year contract extension for Head Men’s Basketball Coach Steve Hettinga, ensuring his continued leadership of the Lakers through 2035. The agreement, announced by LSSU Athletics Director Tory Lindley, solidifies Hettinga’s place as the longest-tenured and winningest coach in program history. “Coach Hettinga has