Liam Thompson was officially named UW-Oshkosh men’s basketball’s top assistant by head coach Steve Schweer on Wednesday (July 29). “We are thrilled to be adding Liam Thompson to our coaching staff,” Schweer said. “Liam will elevate our program in every possible way. He has experience working with two of the very best programs and coaches in
D3 DIRT: Jordan set to be named Head Basketball Coach at McDaniel
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Following-up on something that I mentioned earlier in today’s DAILY DIRT…I can confirm that T.J. Jordan will named as the new head basketball coach at D3 McDaniel College (MD). The Maryland native has been the head coach at Notre Dame of Maryland since 2022. Prior to that, he spent six seasons
Endicott Head Coach Bettencourt receives Public Reprimand from NCAA DIII Committee
The NCAA has issued the following public reprimand to Endicott head basketball coach Kevin Bettencourt following his actions at the NCAA D3 Tournament back in March: The NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Committee issued a public reprimand to Endicott men’s basketball coach Kevin Bettencourt. Bettencourt was cited for misconduct incidents that occurred after the school’s
OFFICIAL: Naclerio named Head Basketball Coach at D3 St. Lawrence
St. Lawrence University Intercollegiate Athletics has announced the hiring of Riley Naclerio as head coach of the men’s basketball program for the 2026-27 season, marking a homecoming for Naclerio who returns to Canton after previously serving as a standout member of the roster and graduate assistant coach. “We are thrilled to welcome Riley back to our program,” said Franco Bari, Director
SLU Alum Naclerio set to Lead St. Lawrence Men’s Basketball as Chris Downs Transitions to Women’s Program
This one has been out there for a while – it’s finally been made official. D3 St. Lawrence head men’s basketball coach Chris Downs will take over the women’s program at the school. His replacement on the men’s side will be announced later this week – again no surprise here, it will be WPI assistant
D3 NEWS: Johnston joins Regis College Basketball Staff
Liam Johnston has been hired as the Graduate Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Regis College. Johnston comes to Regis after a successful playing career at Keene State College, where he helped lead the Owls to three consecutive Little East Conference (LEC) Regular Season and Tournament Championships, two NCAA Sweet Sixteen appearances, and the 2026 ECAC
DAILY DIRT – 7/17/26
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Earlier this week (D2 DIRT), I mentioned that Mike Ruane has departed D2 Franklin Pierce University (NH) and will take a HS job in Florida. I have now heard from two great sources that current assistant Art Luptowski is expected to be named as the interim head coach for the 2026-27
Minnick named Assistant Basketball Coach at D3 Baruch College
Story Courtesy: Mandeep Karir, Baruch Sports Information Baruch College has announced the appointment of Dylan Minnick as an assistant coach for the men’s basketball program. The announcement was made on Thursdayby Baruch College Director of Athletics and Recreation, Heather Mac Culloch. Minnick will assist Head Coach Tammer Farid with all major tasks for the Bearcats’ six-time CUNYAC championship
DAILY DIRT – 7/14/26
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I have heard that the search at D3 Maine Farmington has been narrowed to three, with on campus interviews being held this week. It sounds like the finalists are: Johns Hopkins Associate Head Coach Jack Barrett, Former Dartmouth, Stonehill and Brandeis assistant Josh Einhorn, and a current head coach in the
Gonzalez added to Rivier Basketball Staff; Stocklinski promoted to Assistant Coach / Offensive Coordinator
Rivier men’s basketball head coach Tom Glynn announced the promotion of Kenny Stocklinski to Assistant Coach/Offensive Coordinator following three seasons as an assistant with the program, and the addition of Josh Gonzalez to the staff. In his expanded role, Stocklinski will focus on offensive development and schemes, while continuing to play a key role in opposition scouting. “This is a well-earned
D3 North Park opens; McGhee set to become D1 assistant coach
North Park University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Edwind McGhee has accepted an assistant coaching position at an NCAA Division I institution, concluding a successful four-year tenure with the Vikings. “I would like to thank Coach Edwind McGhee for his leadership, commitment, and service to North Park Men’s Basketball,” said Director of Athletics John Born. “Ed helped elevate
Begly named Head Basketball Coach at Connecticut College
Connecticut College has hired Corey Begly as head coach of the men’s basketball program, as announced by Director of Athletics Mo White on Thursday night. Begly, who becomes the 10th head coach in the history of the program, is no stranger to Camel basketball. Prior to spending the past three years as head men’s basketball coach at