Veteran Rennie Bailey has been named the head coach of the Centenary women’s basketball program, Director of Athletics and Recreation David Orr announced. Bailey, a native of Minden, La., comes to Centenary from Southern University in Baton Rouge, where he served as an assistant on the men’s staff for the last two seasons and helped
Daily Dirt – 8/13/25
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Two D3 Assistants Make the Jump to Division I I have heard that Wesleyan University (CT) assistant coach Matt Bielenda is headed to Boston University, where he will assume an administrative role (most likely as the Terriers’ new video coordinator). Bielenda spent the past two seasons at Wesleyan and helped guide
Hampden-Sydney adds Zach Hinton to Basketball Coaching Staff
Hampden-Sydney College seventh-year head basketball coach Caleb Kimbrough has announced the recent appointment of Zach Hinton as an Assistant Coach. Hinton previously served as an assistant coach at William Peace University for the past four seasons (2021-25). “I have known Zach for several years through recruiting circles, and I’ve always been impressed by his work ethic,” said Kimbrough. “He’s
D3 DIRT: Walmsley elevated to administrative position at Wheaton (MA); DuBrow named Interim Head Basketball Coach
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I teased this one on X last night. Still no official announcement yet, but I can confirm that after spending the past 28-seasons as the head basketball coach at D3 Wheaton College (MA), Brian Walmsley will step away from basketball and assume the position of Senior Assistant Athletic Director at the
D3 Immaculata hires Stramara as new Head Basketball Coach
Paul Murphy, Immaculata University Director of Athletics and Recreation announced the hiring of Kyle Stramara as the new Men’s Basketball Head Coach and Assistant Athletics Director. “We are ecstatic to welcome Kyle to the Immaculata community,” said Paul Murphy. “His experience, work ethic, leadership qualities and passion for the holistic education we preach will help lead
Oxman joins Colby College Basketball Staff
Benji Oxman joined the Colby Men’s Basketball program as an Assistant Coach ahead of the 2025-26 academic year. Oxman’s coaching resume includes experience at various levels. His responsibilities with the team include assisting with on-court instruction, recruiting, scouting, and player development. Oxman brings seven years of collegiate basketball experience to Mayflower Hill. Prior to Colby, he served
D3 Gallaudet parts ways with Head Basketball Coach Kevin Kovacs
The Gallaudet University athletics department announced it has parted ways with men’s basketball head coach Kevin Kovacs, ’95 & G-’97. Kovacs led the men’s basketball program for nine seasons, where he compiled a 70-157 (.308) record and a 61-85 (.418) mark in conference play. Kovacs had early success in his tenure, which started in 2015-16, as
Percia elevated to Associate Head Basketball Coach at Centenary
Dominic Percia has been elevated to the position of Associate Head Coach of the men’s basketball program, Centenary Director of Athletics and Recreation David Orr announced. Percia, an Assistant Coach for the Gents the past four seasons, is a native of Sterling, Mass. and grew up in Orlando, Fla., is a graduate of the University
Berg hired as Assistant Basketball Coach at D3 Whitman College
Release courtesy Walla Walla Public Schools Walla Walla High School Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach Adam Berg has announced his resignation after six successful seasons to accept an Assistant Men’s Basketball Coaching position at Whitman College. Berg will continue his teaching position with Walla Walla Public Schools. “This opportunity brings me one step closer to
Elberg named Head Basketball Coach at The College of New Jersey
Story: Andy Edwards, TCNJ Athletics Evan Elberg has been named as the next head coach of the TCNJ men’s basketball team. Director of Athletics Liz Shatkus announced Elberg’s hiring on Thursday, officially ushering in a new era of Lions hoops after the departure of Matt Goldsmith, who accepted the head coaching position at Middlebury after ten strong seasons
D3 Valley Forge opens; Boone departs for HS job
The University of Valley Forge Athletics Department has announced that Dominique Boone has accepted the position of Assistant Athletic Director and Head Boys’ Varsity Basketball Coach at Westchester Country Day School in High Point, North Carolina. Coach Boone’s impact on the Patriots program has been nothing short of transformational. Taking over a team that had
D3 Rhode Island College adds Torres as Assistant Basketball Coach
Rhode Island College has named Fernando Torres as an assistant men’s basketball coach. “We are thrilled to welcome Fern back to Rhode Island College,” said Ferry. “Not only does he bring an intimate understanding of our rich tradition, but he also brings his own invaluable experience as a head coach. Fern’s expertise and eagerness will have an immediate