Central Connecticut State University Director of Athletics Tom Pincince announced that head women’s basketball coach Kerri Reaves will be stepping down from her position. “We thank Kerri for her years of dedication to our women’s basketball program and CCSU, but most importantly to our student athletes,” said Pincince. “We wish her nothing but continued success moving forward.” A search for the next
Hood’s Mehl retires as head WBB coach; to continue as associate AD
Jack Mehl, Hood College’s women’s basketball coach since 2011, has retired as head coach but will continue in his role as associate director of athletics in the Blazer athletic department. “Jack’s leadership and positive influence has impacted more than the student-athletes he has coached at Hood,” said Director of Athletics Dr. Susan Kolb. “Jack has
Bernhard signed to contract extension at North Dakota
University of North Dakota Director of Athletics Bill Chaves announced on Tuesday that Head Women’s Basketball Coach Mallory Bernhard has received a contract extension through the 2025-26 season. “I look forward to having Mal continue lead our women’s basketball program,” said Chaves. “The passion and desire she exudes to make our program and UND the best
Clune resigns as WBB Coach at D3 Thiel College
Rob Clune recently announced his resignation as Thiel College’s head women’s basketball coach. Clune coached the Tomcats for 11 seasons. “On behalf of Thiel College, I would like to thank Coach Clune for his service and dedication to our student-athletes and athletic department during his tenure,” said Thiel College Director of Athletics Jason Fautas. “Coach Clune was a
Georgetown parts ways with Women’s Basketball Coach James Howard
Georgetown University has not renewed the contract of Women’s Basketball Head Coach James Howard, Francis X. Rienzo Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Lee Reed announced today. “Coach Howard and his staff have shown a true commitment to the program and his student-athletes over the past six years,” said Reed. “I want to thank him for both his
Merchant steps down as WBB Head Coach at Michigan State
Michigan State Vice President and Director of Athletics Alan Haller and women’s basketball head coach Suzy Merchant have come to a mutual decision that Merchant will step down as the program’s head coach, effective immediately. Associate head coach Dean Lockwood will serve as interim head coach while a national coaching search is conducted. “We are grateful to Coach Suzy Merchant for her
D3 DIRT: Bernero out at Carthage College
Tim Bernero is no longer the women’s basketball head coach at Carthage College (WI). The veteran coach, and 300 game winner, had spent the past twenty seasons leading the Firebirds. Hired back in 2003, Bernero put together an overall record of 311-208 (.599) during his tenure. He is also the school’s all-time winningest women’s basketball
D3 DIRT: Earlham College opens
I can confirm that Shanna Thompson is no longer the women’s basketball head coach at D3 Earlham College (IN). Thompson was hired back in 2021 following a stint as an assistant at Illinois College. During her time at EC, Thompson went 3-41 (.068) including 2-21 this past season. An official announcement is expected shortly.
Kemper named WBB Head Coach at Central Arkansas
A familiar face has been hired as the new University of Central Arkansas women’s basketball head coach, according to UCA director of athletics Dr. Brad Teague. Tony Kemper was named the head coach of the Sugar Bears on Friday. Kemper has been the head coach at Marshall University since 2017 but is a recognizable face
Plaisance steps down as Nicholls Women’s Basketball Head Coach
After 15 seasons, DoBee Plaisance has stepped down from her position as head coach of the Nicholls State University women’s basketball team, Nicholls Athletics Director Jonathan Terrell announced Thursday. The resignation will be effective on April 30. “We are so grateful for all that DoBee has done for the women’s basketball program and for her commitment to