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Bill Ferrara, recently appointed assistant coach for the Lady Vols, shares how preparing for Pat Summitt’s teams in the 2000s shaped his basketball philosophy and now informs his work with today’s players.
The University of Pittsburgh announced the hiring of Madison Taylor as its new assistant coach and recruiting coordinator, bringing a blend of on‑court experience and operational expertise to the program.
Season tickets for the Memphis Tigers men's and women's basketball teams are now available, with Penny Hardaway in his ninth season and Hana Haden leading the women's squad for the first time.
Coach Marty Richter announced Derek Edmond’s commitment, highlighting his rapid statistical growth and potential to impact the program on both ends of the floor.
The University of South Florida finalizes a 15‑player roster that mixes 12 transfer portal newcomers with three high school signees, featuring four four‑star recruits and a top‑10 Group of 6 ranking.
Former NBA star Tracy McGrady is set to advise Wagner College’s men’s basketball program on name, image and likeness initiatives, marketing and player development as the team welcomes his son Laymen McGrady and new head coach Dwan McMillan.
Tracy McGrady, a Hall of Fame guard, is stepping into a strategic advisory role at Wagner College, focusing on name, image and likeness investments, marketing and player development while his son Laymen prepares to join the team.
Milan Momcilovic, a standout at the NBA Draft Combine, is navigating a critical choice between turning professional and returning to college, with Kentucky, St. John's and Louisville among his considerations.
At the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, Zuby Ejiofor displayed his shooting prowess, met with several NBA franchises and voiced his intent to become the first St. John's player selected in the first round since 2012.
Henri Veesaar has confirmed he will remain in the 2026 NBA draft, prompting UNC to pursue transfer portal additions like Cade Bennerman and Sayon Keita to fill his void.
Tyson Gilbert, a Colorado native and former collegiate standout, has been promoted to assistant coach and quality control analyst for the University of Colorado men's basketball team, succeeding Mike Rohn.
Tracy McGrady, a seven‑time All‑Star, is stepping into a front‑office role at Wagner College, where his son Laymen will play, while longtime assistant Dwan McMillan ascends to full‑time head coach.
Christian Fermin, a four‑year VCU alumnus, visited Knoxville this week, sparking speculation that his defensive skill set could fill a critical gap in Tennessee's rebuild under Rick Barnes.
Colorado School of Mines announces five new student‑athletes joining the 2026‑27 men's basketball team, each combining competitive skill with scholarly distinction.
The Wolf Pack will face the Gaels in a first‑ever Tahoe Blue Event Center game on Nov. 8, a contest that underscores both programs’ evolving rosters and ambitions.
Bill Ferrara, who first scouted the Lady Vols in 2006, has accepted a position on Kim Caldwell's coaching staff, citing the program's legacy and Caldwell's laser‑focused leadership as key draws.
The Tar Heels announced the hiring of Ryan Tibaldi, completing a coaching staff that blends professional and collegiate pedigree under first‑year head coach Michael Malone.
Middle Tennessee Christian School has named Kobe Davis as its new girls basketball coach, entrusting the program to a leader who blends athletic experience with a commitment to character and purpose.
Maddy Shirley will become the first basketball player in Central High School history to have her jersey retired, a rare honor that reflects her record‑setting career and community impact.
Bill Ferrara, a veteran scout, has accepted an assistant role on Kim Caldwell's Lady Vols staff, drawing on a memorable 2006 scouting experience that featured Candace Parker and Pat Summitt's legendary intensity.
After scouting Tennessee as a graduate assistant in 2006, Bill Ferrara was struck by the intensity of Pat Summitt's teams and now aims to help Kim Caldwell lead the Lady Vols back to the Final Four.
Tennessee State announced the signing of Garrett Shelton, a standout defensive guard whose high school success includes a state championship and impressive playmaking stats.
Jason Paul Collins, the first openly gay male athlete in major North American professional sports, died at 47 after a glioblastoma diagnosis, leaving a legacy of advocacy and barrier‑breaking achievements.
The Tar Heels announced the hiring of Bryan Tibaldi, a seasoned assistant with NBA and major‑college experience, to bolster Malone’s coaching staff.