Ja Havens has officially been named as the head men’s basketball coach at Northeastern State University. This was first reported by HoopDirt.com on Sunday (D2 DIRT). NSU released the following statement this afternoon: Northeastern State University will be welcoming back Ja (pronounced as Jay) Havens as its eleventh head men’s basketball coach, Interim Director of
D2 DIRT: Northeastern State (OK) set to tab alum as new head basketball coach
Multiple sources have told me that East Central University (OK) head coach Ja Havens will be the choice as the new head basketball coach at Northeastern State University (OK). Havens, an Oklahoma native, played at NSU (1996-98), and also worked as a GA there (1999-2001). He has spent the past eight seasons as the head
Giard named Head Basketball Coach at Kalamazoo College
Nick Giard was introduced as Kalamazoo College’s head men’s basketball coach today. Giard comes to Kalamazoo College from Williams College where he was an assistant coach the past two seasons. Before Williams, Giard gained experience at two NCAA Division I institutions. He was a graduate assistant at the University of South Florida from 2013-15 and
Emporia State Basketball Staff Update
Emporia State University head coach Craig Doty added two familiar faces to his coaching staff for this season. Justin Harley and Brandon Schwebke, both former players of Doty, have joined the Hornet staff. Justin Harley arrives in Emporia by way of Graceland University where he finished his senior season and earned his bachelor’s degree this
Trine adds Frisbie to Men’s Basketball Coaching Staff
The Trine University men’s basketball program has announced the addition of Nate Frisbie as an assistant coach. Frisbie comes to Trine after a three-year stint as an assistant at Kalamazoo College where he played an integral role in recruiting and the overall growth of their team. “Nate’s familiarity with the MIAA and his passion for
Gerdeman tabbed as Head Basketball Coach at Lindenwood University
Lindenwood Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Brad Wachler announced the hiring of Kyle Gerdeman as the new head coach of the Lindenwood men’s basketball program. Gerdeman arrives at Lindenwood after spending the previous seven years as an assistant coach at Central Michigan University. “We are very excited to bring Kyle Gerdeman on staff here at
Hamburger Hired as Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Pitt State
Pittsburg State University head men’s basketball coach Kim Anderson announced that Jake Hamburger has been hired as an assistant coach for the Gorillas. Hamburger comes to Pitt State from the University of Oregon where he served as a graduate assistant coach for the Ducks the past two seasons. Oregon posted a 25-13 record and advanced
Hargraves named Head Men’s Basketball coach at Olivet College
Sam Hargraves has been named head men’s basketball coach at Olivet College, according to an announcement by Ryan Shockey, director of athletics. “This is an exciting time for our men’s basketball program,” said Shockey. “By hiring Sam, we have brought in a well-respected and well-known coach in the state of Michigan. We are honored for
Calvin College Head Basketball Coach Vande Streek Announces Retirement
Kevin Vande Streek has announced his retirement as Calvin College men’s basketball coach. Vande Streek will remain at Calvin as a professor and administrator. A native of Waupun, Wisconsin, Vande Streek retires after a 23-year run as head coach of the Knights. He is the longest tenured head coach in Calvin men’s basketball history. He
DIII DIRT: Ernst out at Olivet
Steve Ernst has informed the administration at DIII Olivet College that he intends to resign. The move should be finalized by the end of the week. Ernst wraps up his tenure at Olivet with at 37-41 record (13-14 this season). Last year, his team finished 16-11 and advanced to the MIAA Championship game. More on
REPORT: DII Pittsburg State (KS) Assistant Placed on Leave
According to a report by KOAM, Pittsburg State (KS) assistant coach Jon Gillam has been placed on administrative leave. He reportedly directed a racial slur towards the Central Missouri basketball staff during a game on January 12th. Interestingly enough, Gillam played collegiately at Central Missouri where he won a DII National Championship as a senior
Emporia State Basketball Staff Update
Emporia State men’s basketball coach Craig Doty has rounded out his coaching staff with the addition of three new coaches. Tyler Bredehoeft, Chase Dippel, and Brian Morton will all be joining the program for the 2018-19 season. “I am excited to be adding three additional quality coaches to our staff,” Doty stated. “I have known