Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that D2 Holy Family University (PA) will hire John Baron as their new Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Baron has spent the past 23 years as the head coach at nearby D3 Gwynedd Mercy University (PA). During his tenure at GMU, Baron has put together an impressive 409-198 (.674)
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D3 DIRT: Wentworth opens
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) This one has been on the radar for a while – looks to be a done deal now. D3 Wentworth Institute of Technology (MA) has removed Arlen Galloway and the entire basketball staff from their website. Seemed like something was here as early a 2/9… Cole is now listed as the
Cavaco named Head Basketball Coach at D3 Earlham College
The Earlham College athletic department is excited to welcome Isaiah Cavaco as the next Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Cavaco emerged as the top option from a nationwide search following the completion of the 2024-25 season. Cavaco has previously served as head men’s basketball coach at fellow NCAA DIII Oberlin College, where he led the Yeomen
OFFICIAL: Men’s Basketball Coaching Change made at D3 Linfield
Following up on my report from earlier today (D3 DIRT)…Linfield has now released a statement regarding the coaching change made in their men’s basketball program: A search for a new head men’s basketball coach is underway at Linfield University. Vice President for Athletics Scott Brosius announced Friday that the university is seeking a new head coach
D3 DIRT: Linfield set to open
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Levi Sieg is no longer the head men’s basketball coach at D3 Linfield University (OR). Sieg has spent the past two seasons as the Wildcats, where he put together a 15-35 (.300) record. His squad went 7-18 (4-12 NWC) this past year. Prior to his time at
D3 DIRT: Trinity (TX) to open; Smith taking D1 assistant job
I can confirm a Jeff Goodman report from earlier today that D3 Trinity (TX) head coach Jimmy Smith is headed to Stephen F. Austin as an assistant coach. Smith has been the Tigers head coach for the past five seasons, where he has gone 98-24 (.803). This past year, he led his team to a
Wingen to Retire After 35 Seasons as Head Men’s Basketball Coach at D3 Carnegie Mellon
Carnegie Mellon University’s long-time head men’s basketball coach Tony Wingen has announced his retirement, effective June 30, 2025, after 35 seasons at the helm of the Tartan program. Wingen, who joined the university in 1990, retires as the winningest coach in Carnegie Mellon history, with 390 career victories. Under his leadership, the Tartans made three
D3 Westminster College Head Basketball Coach Kevin Siroki will not return
Westminster College announced that it is making a leadership change in its men’s basketball program effective immediately. Kevin Siroki will not return after 13 seasons in the position. “I would like to thank Coach Siroki for his hard work, commitment and dedication as the head coach of the men’s basketball program, one he cares deeply about, for
Filzen steps down as Head Basketball Coach at D3 Bethel University
Bethel University has announced a coaching transition will take place in men’s basketball. The university thanks Zach Filzen for his contributions and dedication to the program. A national search for a replacement will begin immediately. We’re grateful for Coach Filzen’s contributions over the past four years,” said Director of Athletics Greg Peterson. “His leadership has
D3 DIRT: Buena Vista opens
According to a social media post from Buena Vista University (IA) head men’s basketball Coach Trevor Johnson, he will be moving on from his position. Johnson had spent the past six seasons at BVU, where he went 76-65 (.539). This past season, the Beavers went 12-13 (7-9 ARC). Prior to his time at Buena Vista,
D3 NEWS: Loeffler promoted to Head Basketball Coach at Swarthmore
Swarthmore College Marian Ware Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation Brad Koch has announced the promotion of Shane Loeffler ’16 to head men’s basketball coach, effective April 7. Loeffler, who has served on the men’s basketball staff under Landry Kosmalski for seven seasons, will become the 32nd head coach in the program’s history. Loeffler takes over the reins after playing
D3 DIRT: CCNY Men’s Basketball job set to open
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Spencer Boateng has resigned as the head men’s basketball coach at D3 City College of New York. Boateng led the Beavers for the past four seasons, compiling a 52-46 (.531) overall record. His best season came in 2023-24, when he guided the team to an 18-8 record,