King University Vice President for Athletics David Hicks has announced the hiring of Josh Thompson as the next head coach of the King University women’s basketball program. “I’m thrilled that Josh is coming home to King,” said Vice President for Athletics David Hicks. “His original tenure as a Tornado was one of sustained success for
Whitaker named Women’s Basketball Head Coach at North Alabama
The search for the next women’s basketball coach at the University of North Alabama has concluded, as UNA Director of Athletics Dr. Josh Looney announced the hiring of Candi Whitaker. Whitaker and the University agreed to terms on a four-year contract to lead the Lions. Whitaker brings 16 years of head coaching experience at multiple levels,
NAIA NEWS: Crawford resigns as Women’s Basketball Coach at Northwest University
After 11 years as the head of the Northwest University Women’s Basketball program, Ken Crawford has resigned. He will be moving closer to home and will pursue future coaching opportunities. “I want to thank Ken for everything he has done for Northwest University and our women’s basketball program over his 11 years as head coach,” said NU
NAIA NEWS: Soderquist announces retirement as WBB Head Coach at John Brown U
After 27 seasons leading the program, John Brown University women’s basketball coach Jeff Soderquist announced his retirement Tuesday afternoon (March 26) on the heels of a record-shattering season that saw the Golden Eagles capture a pair of league titles and qualify for the NAIA National Championships. In 27 seasons as head coach for the Blue and Gold,
Davis named Women’s Basketball Head Coach at Kuyper College
Athletic Director Gary Bailey is pleased to announce that Shonett Davis has been named the Head Coach for the Women’s Basketball program at Kuyper College. Shonett served as an Assistant Coach for the program in the 2023-2024 season. Davis is taking over a program and group of players that won 16 games this past season,
Siena’s Jabir announces retirement
Siena College Women’s Basketball Head Coach Jim Jabir has announced his retirement following a decorated 36-year collegiate head coaching career. Jabir led the Saints for the past three seasons in his second stint with the program, after having previously served as head coach from 1987-90. Jabir’s wife, Angie Jabir, who has served concurrently during his tenure as Siena
OFFICIAL: Poppie named Women’s Basketball Coach at Clemson
Following-up on last night’s report…Shawn Poppie has officially been named as the head women’s basketball coach at Clemson. Here’s the official statement on the hiring from Clemson: Shawn Poppie has been named the eighth head women’s basketball coach at Clemson University, athletic director Graham Neff announced on Tuesday afternoon. The move was approved by the
Hampton names Augustin as new Head Women’s Basketball Coach
The Hampton University women’s basketball team launches a new era by hiring Hampton native and University of Florida associate head coach Tamisha Augustin as the next head coach of the Lady Pirates. Her appointment heralds a momentous occasion for the university and the local community. With a rich background in basketball, coaching, and player development,
Virginia Tech’s Kenny Brooks headed to Kentucky
Virginia Tech Women’s Basketball Head Coach Kenny Brooks has departed and will become the next head coach at Kentucky. No official announcement from the Wildcats yet, but Virginia Tech released the following statement: Kenny Brooks, the architect of one of the most storied stretches in Virginia Tech women’s basketball history, is set to depart as
REPORT: Clemson set to hire Chattanooga’s Poppie as WBB Head Coach
According to a report from Matt Connolly, Clemson will hire Shawn Poppie as their new women’s basketball head coach. He will replace Amanda Butler who “parted ways” with Clemson back on March 12th. Poppie has had a big-time run during his two seasons at Chattanooga, going 48-18 (.727) and capturing back-to-back SoCon tournament championships. Prior