Missouri Western State University will conduct a national search for its nexthead men’s basketball coach after Will Martin submitted his resignation Wednesday, athleticdirector Andy Carter announced. “Will is a class-act who has led our program with love, passion and integrity,” Carter said.“I appreciate his dedication to our student-athletes and our university. We thank him for hisefforts of elevating our
Rooney resigns as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Menlo
Menlo College Athletics has announced the resignation of Men’s Basketball Head Coach Brendan Rooney. Over the course of five seasons, Rooney established a lasting legacy of leadership, player development, and program growth that positions Menlo as a rising force in collegiate basketball. During his tenure as Head Coach, Menlo achieved a 63-47 record, with multiple players
Motley named Head Basketball Coach at D2 Lees-McRae
Lees-McRae College President Lee King and Director of Athletics Marty Favret have named Desean Motley the new men’s basketball head coach for the Bobcat program. Motley is in his ninth season on staff and was promoted to associate head coach in the summer of 2022. “I am thrilled that Desean will be our next men’s basketball coach,” said King. “As
D2 Simon Fraser opens
Simon Fraser University has decided on a change in the direction of the men’s basketball program and has parted ways with head coach Steve Hanson. “SFU has great aspirations for our men’s basketball program as part of the NCAA Div II,” says Luc Simard, executive director of SFU Athletics and Recreation. “We expect to compete regularly in
Bolden resigns as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Mississippi College
Randy Bolden has resigned from his position as the Mississippi College men’s head basketball coach and will pursue other opportunities, MC Athletics Director Kenny Bizot announced. Bolden departs the Choctaw men’s basketball program after four seasons, where he put together a 43-70 (.381) record. A search for the next MC men’s head basketball coach begins immediately. https://www.gochoctaws.com/news/2025/3/6/head-mens-basketball-coach-bolden-steps-down.aspx
Coombs resigns as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Georgia Southwestern
Georgia Southwestern State University Director of Athletics Mike Leeder announced today that head men’s basketball coach Aaron Coombs has resigned, effective April 4, 2025. “I want to thank Aaron for all of his hard work during the last six seasons in guiding our men’s basketball program,” Leeder said. Coombs joined GSW in June of 2019
Roberts out as Head Basketball Coach at D2 Purdue Northwest
Purdue University Northwest Director of Athletics, Rick Costello, has announced a change in leadership for the men’s basketball program. “I want to thank Boomer Roberts for his leadership, dedication and service throughout his time at Purdue Northwest coaching the men’s basketball program,” said Costello. “We wish him the best in his future endeavors.” Roberts served as the Purdue
D2 DIRT: Hardin resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Lees-McRae
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Lees-McRae head men’s basketball coach Steve Hardin has announced his resignation via social media. Harden, all-time winningest coach in Lees-McRae history, just completed his 14th season as the Bobcats head coach. More on this move once Lees-McRae makes an official announcement.
OFFICIAL: Pifer out as Men’s Basketball Head Coach at Western Oregon
Following up on HoopDirt.com’s report from earlier today (D2 DIRT)…Western Oregon has officially announced that they have parted ways with men’s basketball head coach Wes Pifer. Here’s the release from WOU: After six seasons, Western Oregon University and head men’s basketball coach Wes Pifer have parted ways. “Coach Pifer is a dynamic and passionate leader. I am
D2 DIRT: Western Oregon to open; Official announcement coming later tonight
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that D2 Western Oregon intends to make a change in leadership in their men’s basketball program, with an official announcement expected later tonight on the departure of head coach Wes Pifer. Pifer had led the Wolves for the past five seasons, where he amassed a 50-84 (.373) record.
INTERIM TAG REMOVED: Henke named Head Basketball Coach at D2 St. Leo
Saint Leo University President Ed Dadez and Director of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation Marcal Lazenby have officially named Spencer Henke the men’s basketball head coach, removing the interim tag. “Saint Leo is where my coaching journey began five years ago as a Graduate Assistant, and I’m deeply honored to officially be named head coach of Saint Leo Men’s Basketball,”
Broadnax announces retirement at Savannah State; Thompson named Interim Head Basketball Coach
Savannah State University head men’s basketball coach Horace Broadnax announced his retirement on Monday, January 6th. Assistant Coach Clevan Thompson will assume the Interim Head Coach role, effective immediately. “We thank Coach Broadnax for his leadership of the men’s basketball program here at Savannah State,” remarked Director of Athletics, Opio Mashariki. “I have immense respect and gratitude for everything