I mentioned this one in today’s DAILY DIRT – it’s now official. Alabama State has named Tony Madlock as their new head men’s basketball coach. Here’s the release from ASU: Alabama State University Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Jason Cable has named Tony Madlock the new head men’s basketball coach for the Hornets. Madlock comes to Alabama State after
Alabama A&M Basketball Search Committee announced
Alabama A&M Director of Athletics Bryan Hicks has announced a seven-person search committee to help determine the next head men’s basketball coach for the Bulldogs. That group consists of Vann Pettaway, Frank Sillmon, Rose Powell, Dexter Williams, Dr. Geremy Cheeks, Edward Egerton III and Myles Parker. Vann PettawayThe all-time winningest coach in program history, Pettaway led A&M men’s basketball for 25 years from 1986-2011.
Alabama A&M parts ways with Head Coach Dylan Howard
Alabama A&M has announced a change in leadership of the men’s basketball program. Below is a statement from Director of Athletics Bryan Hicks regarding that change. “After conferring with head men’s basketball coach Dylan Howard and consulting with the Alabama A&M University administration, we were not able to come to terms on a contractual agreement. Therefore, we are
MVSU names Ivory as new Head Basketball Coach
Mississippi Valley State University alumni and program legend George Ivory has been announced as the 12th Head Men’s Basketball Coach in the school’s history on March 14, 2022. Born on August 7, 1965, he previously served as Head Coach at Arkansas-Pine Bluff, where he led the Golden Lions for 13 seasons. Prior to UAPB, Ivory
OFFICIAL: Williams named Head Coach at Jackson State
Following up on the worst kept secret over the past few weeks in college basketball… Jackson State has made the hiring of Mo Williams official today. Here’s the press release: NBA Champion and Jackson native Mo Williams has been named Jackson State University men’s basketball coach, Vice President / Director of Athletics Ashley Robinson announced. The Jackson
Lindsey Hunter resigns as Head Basketball Coach at Mississippi Valley State
After three seasons, Coach Lindsey Hunter has resigned as head men’s basketball coach at Mississippi Valley State University. Hunter was named the 11th head men’s basketball coach at MVSU on April 20, 2019. This season, the team was 2-19 while Hunter was serving as head coach. Under Hunter’s guidance, the Mississippi Valley State University men’s
OFFICIAL: Mo Williams resigns at Alabama State
Following up on an earlier REPORT…Mo Williams resignation at Alabama State is now official. Williams is expected to be named as the new head coach at Jackson State shortly. Here is the release from ASU: Mo Williams has submitted his letter of resignation at Alabama State University after serving a two-year stint as the head coach
REPORT: Alabama State’s Mo Williams headed to Jackson State
According to a report by Stadium’s Jeff Goodman, Alabama State head coach Mo Williams will become the new head coach at Jackson State. He would replace Wayne Brent, who is retiring at the end of the season. Williams, who had 14-year NBA career, including an NBA Championship season with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016, went 14-35
SWAC DIRT: Mississippi Valley State’s Hunter placed on leave
Story: Adam Nelson (@HD_DirtKing) Mississippi Valley State head men’s basketball coach Lindsey Hunter has been placed on leave by the university. He will be replaced for the rest of the season by former Arkansas-Pine Bluff head coach George Ivory. Hunter has been at MVSU for the past three seasons, where he has compiled a 7-72
Grambling State Extends Contracts for Men’s and Women’s Basketball Coaches
Grambling State University has announced contract extensions for head men’s basketball coach Donte Jackson and head women’s basketball coach Freddie Murray. Approved by the University of Louisiana Board of Supervisors, the contracts run July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2023. “Both of these coaches have demonstrated great leadership during our basketball programs,” Grambling State University President Rick
Emmanuel Tommy named Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Alabama A&M
Alabama A&M head men’s basketball coach Dylan Howard has announced the addition of Emmanuel Tommy to his staff as an assistant coach. Tommy brings 14 years of experience in the profession, most recently during his time as Director of Basketball Operations at Division I McNeese State during the 2020-21 season. “Coach Emmanuel Tommy comes to Alabama A&M
Arkansas Pine Bluff Search Update + Odds
The search to replace George Ivory (resigned in April) as the head coach at Arkansas Pine Bluff is winding down. I have heard that there are two finalists, and the hiring could be made official any day. Here are the current odds: