The Southwestern College men’s basketball program has added Myron Fisher to their staff as a character coach, head coach Matt O’Brien announced. Fisher, who played for the Moundbuilders from 2014-2018, is currently a middle school teacher in Wichita, Kan. After graduating from Allen High School in Allen, Texas, he went on to play basketball and receive his
Sexton resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Calumet College
Things are going to look a little different when the Calumet College of St. Joseph men’s basketball team take to the hardwood for the 2020-2021 season. For the first time in 15 years, Ryan Sexson won’t be on the sideline. Sexson announced to his team earlier this week that he is stepping down as the
Webber International University Men’s Basketball Staff Update
Webber International University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Gabriel Rutledge has announced the addition of new assistant coaches Chase Driscoll and Zaronn Cann to his staff for the upcoming 2020-21 men’s basketball season. “I’m very pleased to announce the addition of both Chase Driscoll and Zaronn Cann to our coaching staff,” said Rutledge. “I believe to
Valentine resigns as Head Basketball Coach at NAIA Warner Pacific U.
After nine years at the helm of Warner Pacific University Men’s Basketball Head Coach, Jared Valentine has resigned, effective July 14th, Director of Athletics, Mike Wilson announced. “I want to thank Jared for his leadership over the Men’s Basketball program over the past nine years,” stated Wilson. “Jared has had tremendous success at the helm of
Copeland named Head Basketball Coach at NAIA Ave Maria University
When Ave Maria University looked to fill the men’s basketball head coach vacancy, it was important to find someone who could produce a winning program on the court while thoroughly understanding the mission of the school. After a month-long selection process, Jamon Copeland emerged as the candidate of choice. “I look forward to getting to
NAIA DIRT: Coaching change made at Rust College (MS)
Ato Green is no longer the head men’s basketball coach NAIA Rust College (MS). He had been there for the past three seasons – no reason has been given for his departure. I have heard that he has been replaced by Harris-Stowe State (MO) assistant Edward Newton. Newton is a Rust College alum, who had
Dippel added to MBU Men’s Basketball Staff
Missouri Baptist University Associate Vice President & Director of Athletics, Dr. Thomas Smith announced on Wednesday the hiring of Chase Dippel as assistant men’s basketball coach. Dippel, who comes to MBU after two years at NCAA DII Emporia State, will step in as second-year Head Coach Preston Ingram‘s lead assistant. “I am beyond excited to get on
Daily Dirt – 6/24/20
A few things that I’ve heard… It sounds like the search at D2 Wheeling University (WVa) is now down to three or four. I mentioned former Niagara head coach Pat Beilein here last Friday (DAILY DIRT – 6/19), and it sounds like he is now one of the finalists. Another name that I keep hearing
Park University Gilbert names Rollinson Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Park University Gilbert Head Men’s Basketball Coach Gordon Stubblefield has announced the hiring of Rob Rollinson as an assistant coach on the Buccaneers coaching staff. Rollinson will be responsible for recruiting for the Bucs as well as player development, on floor coaching and video. “I am excited to add a man of Robert’s character and basketball knowledge
Daily Dirt – 6/9/20
Tuesday’s Dirt… It sounds like D3 Amherst College has wrapped up their search to replace long-time head coach David Hixon. All indications are that Columbia associate head coach Marlon Sears is the leader here among the final 6 candidates. Sears, who is in his second stint at Columbia, has also been the head coach at
Rooney named Head Basketball Coach at Menlo College
The Menlo College Department of Athletics has announced the addition of Brendan Rooney as the new Head Coach of the Men’s Basketball Program. Rooney has spent the past three years at the helm of the Men’s Basketball Program at Cal Maritime, but now turns his focus to leading the Oaks. Rooney will be the 11th
Bryant named as new Head Basketball Coach at Keiser U.
Director of Athletics Kris Swogger announced the hiring of Marcus “Chief” Bryant as the new Head Coach of the Keiser University Men’s Basketball team. Bryant said, “I want to thank President Vonk, Athletic Director Kris Swogger and the leadership committee for trusting in me joining their athletic family and leading their men’s basketball program. These