Hofstra University and Head Men’s Basketball Coach Speedy Claxton, who is in the midst of a second consecutive 20-plus win season, have agreed to a multi-year extension, President Susan Poser and Vice President and Director of Athletics Rick Cole Jr. announced today. Claxton has guided the Pride to 23 wins so far this year, and the
Former Hofstra Head Coach Mihalich joins La Salle Basketball Staff
La Salle head men’s basketball coach Fran Dunphy has officially added La Salle alum Joe Mihalich ’78 to his staff as Special Assistant to the Head Coach, it was announced on Friday. “We are excited to welcome Coach Mihalich back to La Salle,” Dunphy said. “I have known Joe for a long time, worked with him for three years
Hofstra set to honor former coach with “Joe Mihalich Day”
Hofstra University and the Department of Athletics will honor former Head Coach Joe Mihalich when the University celebrates “Joe Mihalich Day” on Saturday, February 19. The day of celebration of Coach Mihalich’s career at Hofstra will occur in conjunction with the men’s basketball team’s game against Northeastern at 2 p.m. at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition
Hofstra MBB Support Staff Update
Hofstra University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Speedy Claxton announced the rest of his staff as he embarks on his first year at the helm of the Pride. It will be a trio of familiar faces to the Hofstra community as Colin Curtin will serve as special assistant to the head coach, Andrew Cobian will continue
Former Fordham Interim Head Coach DePaoli joins Hofstra staff
Hofstra University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Speedy Claxton continued to mold his first coaching staff as today he named Mike DePaoli an assistant coach. DePaoli joins the Hofstra staff after spending the past 11 seasons at Fordham University in the Bronx, New York. “Mike is a tremendous coach and his work ethic speaks for
Clement joins Hofstra Basketball Staff as an Assistant Coach
Hofstra University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Speedy Claxton today announced his first assistant coach hire, as Serge Clement has joined the Pride coaching staff. Clement joins the Hofstra staff after spending the past three seasons at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York. “Serge is someone I’ve known and followed for a very long time. He’s
Claxton named Head Basketball Coach at Hofstra
Past. Present. Future. That is what defines Speedy Claxton and his relationship with the Hofstra men’s basketball program. During his spectacular playing career, he lifted the Pride to the NCAA Tournament. Over the last eight years as a member of the coaching staff, he helped guide the team back to the top of the conference.
Daily Dirt – 3/31/21
Last day of March – it’s been crazy! A few quick hitters as we gear up for April… The most interesting name at Austin Peay is Duke associate head coach Nate James. Also hearing Nicholls State head coach Austin Claunch mentioned here. Seems like this one is moving quickly. Former Tulane and The Citadel head
Daily Dirt – 3/24/21
Some quick hitters to start the day… UMBC head coach Ryan Odom is emerging as the leader at the College of Charleston. The chatter on this one has really picked up over the past 24-hours. Pretty interesting since C of C hired CSA to help with the search – former Wake Forest + South Carolina
Daily Dirt – 3/22/21
Some things to kick off the week… Obviously a tough situation at UTRGV as they look to hire a new head coach after the passing of Lew Hill. The three names that I’ve heard so far are Texas associate head coach K.T. Turner, Oklahoma assistant Pooh Williamson, and Texas Tech assistant Ulric Maligi. Early names
Hofstra opens as Mihalich steps away from coaching
Hofstra University Vice President and Director of Athletics Rick Cole Jr. announced today that Head Men’s Basketball Coach Joe Mihalich will transition to a new role within the department and serve as a special advisor to the director of athletics. “Coach Mihalich has been an incredible leader, educator, and steward of our men’s basketball program
HOT: Mihalich to take temporary leave at Hofstra
Hofstra University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Joe Mihalich will be taking a temporary medical leave from his head coaching responsibilities. “We wish Coach Mihalich well during this time and look forward to his return soon,” commented Hofstra Vice President and Director of Athletics Rick Cole Jr. Associate Head Coach Mike Farrelly will serve as the