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The school announced the hiring of Brian Rudolph as head coach of the boys basketball team, replacing Tim Plante, and outlined a coaching staff reshuffle that includes new leadership for girls basketball, track and an athletic director.
Hillsdale College has signed four incoming freshmen — Jack Foley, Bennett Hartford, Jack Heffner and Brody Weiler — who bring top‑ranked athletic achievements and strong academic records. Their additions aim to extend the program’s G‑MAC streak and contend for a league title.
Head coach Shaka Smart outlines the culture, roster moves and non‑conference slate that could define Marquette’s push back into the NCAA tournament.
Jay Kemble, who led Bangor High School’s girls soccer team to three Class A North titles and two state championships, announced his resignation, citing family commitments. He will be succeeded by Nick Christensen, a former Husson University assistant.
Whit Lesure’s 29‑year career at Bridgton Academy produced four NEPSAC titles, left an indelible mark on New England prep basketball, and continues to influence coaches and players decades later.
The Cavaliers secure their first 2027 commitment, a 6‑foot‑10 center whose international résumé spans Tanzania, Spain and the NBA Academy Africa.
Mahamadou Landoure, a 6‑foot‑10, 260‑pound center with experience in Tanzania, Spain and the NBA Academy Africa, has pledged to join the Virginia Cavaliers. He will spend a preparatory year at Bridgton Academy in Maine before arriving in Charlottesville, joining a pipeline of international talent cultivated by Coach Ryan Odom.
Mahamadou Landoure, a 6'10" center from Mali, has committed to Virginia's 2027 recruiting class, joining fellow international frontcourt player Favour Ibe after a stint at Bridgton Academy.
Coach Ryan Odom announced the signing of Mahamadou Landoure, a 17‑year‑old prospect who impressed in the Basketball Africa League, marking the first verbal pledge for the upcoming class.
Mahamadou Landoure, a former NBA Academy Africa standout, will prep at Bridgton Academy before joining the University of Virginia, joining a pipeline that includes Ugonna Onyenso, Thijs De Ridder, Johann Grünloh, Martin Carrere and Favour Ibe.
Colton Crowdis, a 6‑foot‑4 Canadian guard, has pledged to play for Marquette University, bringing four years of eligibility and a post‑graduate background to the program.
Colton Crowdis, a 6‑4 Canadian point guard, has pledged to join Marquette for the fall of 2026, bringing versatility and depth to the program.