Mike Hopkins will take the helm of the University of Washington men’s basketball program, UW Director of Athletics Jennifer Cohen announced Sunday. Hopkins comes to Washington from Syracuse University, where he spent 22 seasons alongside Hall of Fame coach Jim Boeheim. In 2015 Syracuse named him head coach designate, set to take over the Orange
BREAKING: Lorenzo Romar Fired as Head Basketball Coach at Washington
Lorenzo Romar will not return as head coach of the University of Washington men’s basketball program, Director of Athletics Jennifer Cohen announced Wednesday. Romar recently completed his 15th season at the helm of the Huskies program. “After evaluating our men’s basketball program, I have determined that a change in leadership is necessary,” Cohen said. “Today
PDF: Arizona Board of Regents Approves Contract Extension for Sean Miller
The Arizona Board of Regents has approved a contract extension for Wildcats head basketball coach Sean Miller that will keep him in Tucson through the 2022 season. The deal also guarantees that Miller will earn $2.6 million per year, with his base salary growing by $100,000 annually until 2020. Miller’s 2017-18 contract is made up
Dana Altman Inks 7-year, $18.45 Millon Deal at Oregon
After leading the Oregon men’s basketball team to an unprecedented six consecutive 20-win seasons and four straight NCAA Tournament appearances, University of Oregon head coach Dana Altman has been rewarded with a new seven-year contract totaling $18.45 million that will extend him through the 2022-23 season. Included in those NCAA appearances are an Elite Eight
Cuonzo Martin Agrees to Extension through 2020-21 at Cal
University of California men’s basketball coach Cuonzo Martin has agreed to a contract extension with the Golden Bears through the 2020-21 season. Martin, who is in his third year at the helm of the program, has guided Cal to a 41-26 record over his first two seasons. Last year, the Bears finished 23-11 overall, tied
Chris Jones Named Director of Basketball Operations at Utah
Chris Jones has been named the Director of Operations for the Utah men’s basketball team, head coach Larry Krystkowiak announced on Friday. “We are very excited to welcome Chris back to our Ute Family,” said Krystkowiak. “CJ is a quality individual who understands this profession and possesses the traits needed for success.” A familiar face
Swets Named USC Men’s Basketball Director Of Operations
Michael Swets has been named the Director of Operations for the USC men’s basketball program, it was announced by head coach Andy Enfield. As USC’s Director of Operations, Swets will handle team travel arrangements, work on the schedule, coordinate practices and oversee the basketball managers. He will also lead the community outreach endeavors for the
Junior Longrus to Join Washington State Men’s Basketball Staff
An important part of the Washington State men’s basketball team as a student-athlete the last four years, Junior Longrus, will join the staff as the team’s graduate manager, head coach Ernie Kent announced Wednesday. Longrus replaces Robert Johnson who served as the team’s graduate manger the last two years and will receive his master’s in
Michael Porter Joins Lorenzo Romar’s Staff at Washington
University of Washington head coach Lorenzo Romar has announced that Michael Porter will join his staff as an assistant coach, pending a background check. Brad Jackson will move into the role of special assistant to the head coach. “We’re extremely excited to have Mike and his family join us,” said Romar. “I’ve known him for
Jesse Pruitt Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Stanford
Stanford’s Anne & Tony Director of Men’s Basketball Jerod Haase has named Jesse Pruitt as an assistant coach for the Cardinal, completing Haase’s coaching staff. “Jesse has many West Coast connections and all of his experiences are an asset to Stanford,” Haase said. “He has a passion for the game and an infectious personality. Jesse
HOT: Former San Diego Head Coach Bill Grier Named Assistant Basketball Coach at Colorado
Bill Grier has been named an assistant coach for the University of Colorado men’s basketball team, head coach Tad Boyle announced on Friday. Grier replaces Rodney Billups, who left Colorado after six seasons last month to become the head coach at Denver. “It’s a great opportunity to work for, and with Tad,” Grier said. “I’ve
OFFICIAL: Jerod Haase Named Head Basketball Coach at Stanford
Jerod Haase has been named Stanford’s Anne and Tony Joseph Director of Men’s Basketball, as announced today by Jaquish & Kenninger Director of Athletics Bernard Muir. Haase, who becomes the 18th head coach in the history of the program, arrives on The Farm after completing his fourth season as the head coach at UAB, where