Nationally recognized assistant coach and legendary DMV basketball star Duane Simpkins has been hired to usher in a new era of American University men’s basketball, announced Director of Athletics and Recreation Dr. Billy Walker. Simpkins is the 18th head coach in the history of the program. “We are thrilled to welcome Duane Simpkins, a proven talent and
OFFICIAL: Kuwik named Head Basketball Coach at Army West Point
Following up on an earlier report….Kevin Kuwik has officially been named as the head men’s basketball coach at Army West Point. Here’s the statement from the Academy: Kevin Kuwik, who most recently spent last season as an assistant coach at Butler University has been named as Army West Point’s Lee Anderson Head Men’s Basketball Coach,
Jordan out at Lafayette; McGarvey named Head Basketball Coach
Mike McGarvey, who led Lafayette on a thrilling run to the 2023 Patriot League Tournament championship game as acting head coach, has been named the head coach of the Lafayette men’s basketball program. McGarvey succeeds Mike Jordan, as the College has decided to move the program in a new direction following the conclusion of an outside
OFFICIAL: Paulsen named Head Basketball Coach at Holy Cross
Following up on today’s earlier report. Dave Paulsen has officially been named as the head basketball coach at Holy Cross. Here’s the official release from the school: The College of the Holy Cross has named Dave Paulsen as its new head men’s basketball coach, Associate Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Kit Hughes announced. Paulsen becomes the 19th
REPORT: Paulsen to be named Head Coach at Holy Cross
According to multiple reports, including one from Jon Rothstein, Dave Paulsen is expected to be named as the head basketball coach at Holy Cross. Paulsen is familiar with the Patriot League, having spent seven seasons at league foe Bucknell (2008-15). He has also been the head coach at George Mason, Williams, LeMoyne, and St. Lawrence.
Griffin named Men’s Basketball Head Coach at Bucknell
One of the catalysts of some of Bucknell’s all-time greatest men’s basketball teams is returning home. John Griffin III, a 2008 Bucknell graduate, has been selected as the 22nd head coach of the Bison men’s basketball program, director of athletics and recreation Jermaine Truax announced today. Griffin, who has spent the last four seasons as associate
Brett Nelson out as Men’s Basketball Coach at Holy Cross
The College of the Holy Cross announced today that Brett Nelson, its head men’s basketball coach, will not return for the 2023-2024 season. The College plans to conduct a national search for his successor according to Kit Hughes, associate vice president for intercollegiate athletics. The Crusaders compiled a record of 27-84 overall (21-49 Patriot League record)
HOT: Allen out at Army
Army West Point athletics director Mike Buddie and Head Coach Jimmy Allen have mutually agreed to a change in the leadership of the Men’s Basketball program, effective immediately. Jimmy Allen was introduced as the Lee Anderson Men’s Basketball Head Coach on March 30, 2016, compiling a 98-112 record in seven seasons. As is our practice following each season, we conducted
Davis out as Head Basketball Coach at Bucknell
Bucknell director of athletics & recreation Jermaine Truax announced on Thursday that Nathan Davis will be pursuing other opportunities after eight seasons as head coach of the men’s basketball program. “I want to thank Nathan for his contributions to the Bucknell men’s basketball program over the last eight seasons,” said Truax. “I am grateful for the positive
Holy Cross Head Coach Brett Nelson to miss today’s game
Holy Cross released the following statement on the status of head men’s basketball coach Brett Nelson: No further details were given. The Crusaders are currently 6-12 (3-2 Patriot League).
Jones signs multi-year extension at BU
Boston University director of athletics Drew Marrochello has announced that three head coaches, including men’s basketball’s Joe Jones, have all recently signed multi-year contract extensions. “These three coaches are great examples of the type of leaders we strive to have in the BU Athletics family,” said Marrochello. “They are committed to providing a first-class experience for
Holy Cross Basketball Staff Update
Holy Cross head men’s basketball coach Brett Nelson has announced updates to his staff for the 2022-2023 season. Anthony Richards has been promoted to assistant coach, while Isaiah Tate has been hired as director of men’s basketball operations. Richards replaces Joe Kennedy who will be assuming the role of Executive Director of All Vote No Play (AVNP) while also consulting on national initiatives