Dan Gavitt, NCAA senior vice president in charge of basketball told the NCAA.com that The NCAA men’s and women’s tournaments are scheduled to go on as planned in March and early April at the selected sites. “At this point, we are continuing the planning for the NCAA basketball championships with the normal format, schedule and
Week 7: WHoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Capital Elite Agency
By AJ Nelson, WHoopDirt.com staff writer Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 7 WHoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Capital Elite Agency. These coaches are now eligible to receive the WHoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Capital Elite Agency which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2021-22
Drill of The Week
Player Development Coach and NBA Trainer Maurice Riddick introduces a great drill for keeping downhill momentum off of a ball screen and into your jump shot. Flat Screen Downhill Shooting Catch dish pass at the top of the key Use a cone, teammate, or your imagination to simulate a flat screen Come off screen and
Longtime Capital U WBB head coach Jeffers announces retirement
Dixie Jeffers, Capital University’s head women’s basketball coach and interim Athletic director, has announced her retirement after 35 years with the University. ”We have accomplished a great deal during my nearly two years as the Interim AD,” coach Jeffers said. “Our athletic organization is positioned well, and the basketball program is in great hands with
Week 6: WHoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Capital Elite Agency
By AJ Nelson, WHoopDirt.com staff writer Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 6 WHoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Capital Elite Agency. These coaches are now eligible to receive the WHoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Capital Elite Agency which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2021-22
Woodin becomes winningest coach in MSUB history
Kevin Woodin became the winningest coach in the 95-year history of the Montana State University Billings athletic department on Saturday at South Point Arena, as he led the Yellowjacket women’s basketball team to a 72-58 triumph over University of Wisconsin Parkside for the 281st victory of his 18-year career. “I’m proud I have been able to
Hawaii Pacific Head WBB Coach placed on leave
Hawaii Pacific released the following statement on the status of head women’s basketball coach Reid Takatsuka: Takatsuka is the winningest active collegiate basketball coach in the state of Hawaii. The veteran coach is his 11th season at HPU, and has a career record of 213-71. More on this story as it continues to develop.
WBB Coaching change made at D2 Claflin U
The Claflin University women’s basketball program will enter a new era as Terrence Jenkins was named the interim women’s basketball head coach, Tuesday evening. After a long career as an assistant coach with the Panthers men’s basketball program, Jenkins will take the helm of the Lady Panthers and he will look to lead the team
Week 5: WHoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Capital Elite Agency
By AJ Nelson, WHoopDirt.com staff writer Congratulations to the following coaches who have been selected as the Week 5 WHoopDirt.com Coach of the Week presented by Capital Elite Agency. These coaches are now eligible to receive the WHoopDirt.com National Coach of the Year Award presented by Capital Elite Agency which will be announced at the conclusion of the 2021-22
Cori Close and Jamie Dixon Named Co-Recipients of 2021 USA Basketball Developmental Coach of the Year Award
After each led USA U19 World Cup Teams to perfect, 7-0 records and gold medals this past summer, Cori Close (UCLA) and Jamie Dixon (TCU) will share the 2021 USA Basketball Developmental Coach of the Year Award. Under Close’s guidance, the USA women defeated opponents by an average of 47.0 points per game at the
