Simon Jacob is no longer the head men’s basketball coach and AD at NAIA Oakwood University (AL). There has not been an official announcement, but Jacob has been removed from the school’s directory, and his bio had been 404’d from the website. Jacob had been the head coach at Oakwood for the past ten seasons
NAIA NEWS: DeLaney named Head Basketball Coach at Spring Arbor
Spring Arbor University has found the next leader of its men’s basketball team, announcing the hiring of Mark DeLaney as the Cougars’ new head coach. DeLaney arrives at SAU with nearly two decades of coaching experience spanning NCAA Division II, NAIA and high school basketball, bringing a strong reputation for player development, recruiting success and Christ-centered
NAIA NEWS: Kardok hired as Head Basketball Coach at Webber International
The Webber International Athletic Department and Athletic Director Brad Niethammer are pleased to announce the hiring of Ryan Kardok as the new Head Coach of Men’s Basketball at Webber International. Coach Kardok brings a wealth of experience to the Warrior Basketball program and will look to hit the ground running in a competitive SUN Conference. Prior to
NAIA NEWS: University of Mobile hires Doig as Head Basketball Coach
The University of Mobile has named veteran basketball coach Mike Doig from Pepperdine University as the new men’s head basketball coach. Doig has over three decades of experience at every level of collegiate athletics, including stints at Liberty University, St. Catharine College and Indiana University. Doig comes to UM after two seasons as assistant basketball
NAIA NEWS: Claxton named Head Basketball Coach at the University of Providence
The University of Providence has announced the hiring of Michael Claxton as the next Head Coach of the Argos men’s basketball program. Claxton stated, “I am incredibly honored to be named the next Head Men’s Basketball Coach at the University of Providence. I want to extend my gratitude to the University of Providence Leadership and
NAIA NEWS: Todd Howard named Head Basketball Coach at IU Columbus
Indiana University Columbus has announced the hiring of Todd Howard as the new Head Men’s Basketball Coach, marking a pivotal moment for a program entering its third year of existence. Howard becomes just the second head coach in program history, bringing more than three decades of high-level coaching experience and a proven record of building successful, sustainable basketball programs.
OFFICIAL: Kohnke named Head Basketball Coach at Langston
I first mentioned this move back on April 25th (NAIA DIRT). It’s now official…Sam Kohnke has been named as the head basketball coach at NAIA Langston University. Here’s the release from LU: Langston University Athletic Director Donnita Rogers is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Kohnke as the 18th head men’s basketball coach for the Langston University Lions. “Coach (Sam) Kohnke has had significant success creating a
NAIA DIRT: Georgia Southern-East Georgia set to hire Tucek as Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) I can confirm that Georgia Southern-East Georgia Campus will hire Justin Tucek as its next head men’s basketball coach. Tucek spent this past season at Southern Arkansas University and has also been on staff at Emporia State University and Rock Valley College, in addition to a stint as a graduate assistant
NAIA NEWS: Columbia College hires Bredehoeft as Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Columbia College has named Tyler Bredehoeft as the new head coach of the Cougar men’s basketball program, the athletic department announced today. Bredehoeft spent three seasons as head coach of the Avila men’s basketball team, leading the program to its most successful season in a decade. The Eagles finished the 2025-26 campaign with 12 Kansas
NAIA NEWS: Bredehoeft steps down at Avila; Slawson elevated to Head Basketball Coach
Avila men’s basketball assistant coach Alex Slawson has been elevated to Head Coach of the program after Tyler Bredehoeft has stepped down for other coaching opportunities. “I want to thank Tyler for his work the past three years,” said Avila Chief Mission Integration Officer/Vice President of Athletics and Student Affairs Shawn Summe. “I’m excited that
INTERIM TAG REMOVED: Mitchell named Head Basketball Coach at Voorhees
Story Courtesy: Norman O’Neal, Vorhees Athletics Momentum is building around the Voorhees University Men’s Basketball program as Derrick Mitchell officially steps into the role of Head Coach, bringing with him a track record of success and a clear vision for the future. Mitchell is no stranger to winning. During his time leading the program as
Mawhorr named Head Basketball Coach at NAIA College of the Ozarks
College of the Ozarks has named Josh Mawhorr as its new head men’s basketball coach. Mawhorr has recent experience both inside the Bobcat program and at the Division I level. Mawhorr previously served as an assistant men’s basketball coach at College of the Ozarks during the 2023-24 season and most recently has worked as a