Bethune-Cookman University Athletics announced today that it has parted ways with Head Coach Janell Crayton Del Rosario after five seasons leading the Women’s Basketball program. “We are grateful to Coach Crayton Del Rosario for five years of leadership, dedication, and service to our women’s basketball student-athletes and university,” said Reggie Theus, Vice President of Athletics. “Coach Crayton Del
UMass Lowell, WBB Head Coach Jon Plefka mutually agree to part ways
UMass Lowell Athletics and Head Women’s Basketball Coach Jon Plefka have mutually agreed to part ways, the department announced on Friday. “We appreciate Jon’s service to UMass Lowell and his efforts on behalf of our women’s basketball program,” said Director of Athletics Lynn Coutts. “UMass Lowell remains committed to providing a first-class experience for our student-athletes and
Rivera elevated to Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Nichols
The Nichols College Division of Athletics and Interim Director of Athletics Kristan Mallet announced Jacque Rivera as the next head coach of the women’s basketball program on Thursday morning. “Jacque understands the Nichols experience and the type of student-athletes who thrive here,” said Mallet. “His ability to recruit, build meaningful relationships, and establish a competitive culture centered on accountability and excellence will
Pietri announces retirement as Women’s Basketball Coach at Jacksonville State
After more than four decades in coaching and 26 seasons as a head coach at the Division I level, Rick Pietri has announced his retirement from coaching. Pietri spent the past 13 seasons leading the Jacksonville State women’s basketball program, compiling 197 victories and becoming the program’s all-time winningest coach. Over a career that included more than
NAIA NEWS: College of Saint Mary (NE) names Cox new Women’s Basketball Head Coach
College of Saint Mary is thrilled to announce that Markell Cox has been selected as the 16th head basketball coach in program history. Cox replaces Natalie Miller, who resigned after leading the program for two years. The 36-year-old Cox has been a collegiate head coach for 10 years. His most recent stint came at the University
Adeniyi Amadou hired as Women’s Basketball Head Coach at New Mexico State
New Mexico State has announced the hiring of its 13th head coach in program history, Adeniyi Amadou. The first-time head coach brings with him over 15 years of experience at the Division I level. He currently serves as the associate head coach at Rhode Island, which clinched an NCAA Tournament berth on Sunday, March 8,
Whitaker named Women’s Basketball Head Coach at Kansas City
Kansas City Women’s Basketball welcomes back Candi Whitaker to return as the program’s next head coach heading into the 2026-27 season, Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Dr. Brandon Martin announced Wednesday morning. The 18-year head coaching veteran returns to familiar territory as Whitaker took the reins of the Roos back in 2006 and led Kansas City
UW-Eau Claire Women’s Basketball Coach Tonja Englund Announces Retirement
Tonja Englund, the winningest coach in UW-Eau Claire women’s basketball history, has announced her retirement from coaching after 26 seasons at the helm for the Blugolds. “I would like to thank former UW-Eau Claire Athletic Director Marilyn Skrivseth for giving me the opportunity to lead the Blugolds starting in 2000.,” said Englund. “It has been
Blue out as Women’s Basketball Coach at Kennesaw State
Kennesaw State University Director of Athletics Milton Overton announced Wednesday that Octavia Blue has concluded her tenure as head coach of the women’s basketball program. Overton determined that a change in leadership was necessary to move the program in a different direction. A national search for the next head coach will begin immediately, with Parker Executive Search
Denver Women’s Basketball and Coach Doshia Woods Mutually Part Ways
University of Denver women’s basketball head coach Doshia Woods and the University of Denver Athletic Department mutually parted ways on Tuesday after Woods’ six seasons in charge of the Pioneers. “I would like to thank Josh Berlo and Chancellor Haefner for the opportunity to lead the Denver women’s basketball program. I wish them nothing but the best as they head to