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
D2 New Mexico Highlands opens
New Mexico Highlands University has been informed by head men’s basketball coach Michael Dominguez that he is stepping down from that position and will not seek a new contract. Dominguez’s current contract expires on Monday, March 31. Dominguez concludes his six-year tenure as the Cowboys’ head coach with a 66-74 record. He finished the 2024
Horner will not return as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Truman State
Truman State University men’s basketball coach Jeff Horner will not return next season. A national search for his successor will begin immediately. The University and Horner have agreed to part ways. Horner led the Bulldogs for seven seasons, during which the team achieved several successes, including an NCAA Division II Elite Eight appearance. Assistant Coach Vince Grier will serve
Leslie departs D2 Midwestern State; Named Head Basketball Coach at Westmont
Westmont Director of Athletics Robert Ruiz has announced the hiring of Justin Leslie as the head coach of the men’s basketball program. He becomes the 17th head coach in what will be the program’s 85th season next year. “I am thrilled to welcome Justin and his family to the Westmont community,” said Ruiz. “I have had
Estes resigns as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Barry University
After 12 years as Barry University’s Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Butch Estes has decided to resign his position to explore other opportunities so he can be closer to his family. Coach Estes released the following statement: “After much thought and prayer, and with deep respect and gratitude, I have made the decision to depart from Barry’s head coaching
Weick agrees to contract extension at Minnesota Duluth
The University of Minnesota Duluth and head men’s basketball coach Justin Wieck have agreed to a contract extension that will keep him on the Bulldog bench through the 2028-29 season. “Justin is respected by our entire staff and I am pleased to announce that he will continue to lead Bulldog basketball,” said UMD director of athletics Forrest Karr.
OFFICIAL: O’Connor named Head Basketball Coach at Georgia Southwestern
I first mentioned this move in the Daily Dirt back on 3/28. It’s now official – Kevin O’Connor has taken over as the head basketball coach at D2 Georgia Southwestern State. Here’s the press release from the school: Georgia Southwestern State University Director of Athletics Mike Leeder announced today that Kevin O’Connor has been named
Daily Dirt – 3/28/25
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Georgia Southwestern to Hire Cameron’s O’Connor Teased this one on X last night – D2 Georgia Southwestern is done. I can now confirm that GSW will hire current D2 Cameron University head coach Kevin O’Connor to replace Aaron Coombs who resigned earlier this month. O’Connor took over at Cameron in 2022 after
D2 NEWS: Wilbur named Head Basketball Coach at Northern State
South Dakota native Matt Wilber will become the 23rd head coach in Northern State University men’s basketball history heading into the 2025-26 season. Northern State University Director of Athletics Nate Davis made the announcement today, tabbing Wilber to lead the pack as just the seventh head coach since the 1945-46 season and fifth in the
Lievense announces retirement as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Barton College
Ron Lievense has announced his retirement after 29 years as the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Barton College, school officials announced today. Associate Head Coach Joel Zimmerman has been named Interim Head Coach for the 2025-26 season. Lievense, who has been at the helm of the Bulldogs since the 1996-97 season, leaves as the school’s all-time winningest coach, compiling
D2 NEWS: McKowen departs Upper Iowa; Named Head Basketball Coach at Missouri Western
“A model of consistency and a proven winner.” Those are a just few common phrases to describe Brooks McKowen, who was announced Tuesday as the seventh head men’s basketball coach in Missouri Western history. “Having watched Brooks coach while we both were in the NSIC, there was something about him and the way his teams played