Mississippi State Bolsters Coaching Staff Ahead of New Season
Corey Barker, Alex Barlow and Shunn Buchanan are set to strengthen Mississippi State's basketball program before the team's season‑opening clash with Tennessee Tech.
Jul 2, 2026
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Thad Matta’s Homecoming: A Symbolic Gesture for Ohio State Basketball
During Ohio State’s annual Vet Week, coach Jake Diebler invited former mentor Thad Matta back to the Schottenstein Center, underscoring the program’s deep‑rooted connections and aspirations for renewed success.
Jun 29, 2026
Former Buckeyes Legends Praise Ohio State’s Upcoming Squad Ahead of Season Opener
Former Ohio State players including Jared Sullinger, Greg Oden, E.J. Liddell and coach Thad Matta returned for drills, lauding the current roster’s potential ahead of the November 2 opener versus BYU.
Jun 28, 2026
Former Buckeyes Alumni Join Current Squad in Pre‑Season Workouts
Former Ohio State players and a coach took part in drills with the current team, noting increased length, size and skill, and the program invites fans to watch a video preview before the season begins.
Jun 28, 2026
Former Buckeyes Legends Return to Ohio State Practice Ahead of Thursday Scrimmage
A Tuesday workout at the Schottenstein Center brought together former Ohio State basketball standouts and the current team, setting the stage for a Thursday scrimmage that blends nostalgia with preparation.
Jun 25, 2026
Ohio State’s ‘Vet Week’ Revives Basketball Legacy
Ohio State’s men’s basketball program brings back alumni such as Jake Diebler, Thad Matta and Greg Oden for a week‑long mentorship event that blends tradition with the future of the Buckeye program.
Jun 25, 2026
Former Buckeye Star Chris Jent Misses Out on Ohio State Coaching Job
Despite a strong push from alumni and NBA champion LeBron James, Chris Jent was passed over for the Ohio State men's basketball head coaching position, which was given to Jake Diebler.
Jun 15, 2026
A Buckeye’s Second Championship
From a 1994 playing title with the Rockets to an associate head‑coach role with the Knicks, Chris Jent's second championship celebrates a journey that links his Buckeye roots to future coaching possibilities.
Jun 14, 2026
Nadine Muzerall’s Quiet Mastery Transforms Ohio State Women’s Hockey
Nadine Muzerall’s steady leadership turned Ohio State’s women’s ice hockey program into a national powerhouse, culminating in a championship and a long‑term contract.
Jun 13, 2026
Michael Malone Takes the Helm of UNC Basketball, Eyes National Title
UNC’s 2026‑27 men’s basketball season will be defined by Michael Malone’s NBA‑tested leadership, high‑profile transfers and a tough lineup of opponents, setting the stage for a championship push.
Jun 11, 2026
UConn Bolsters Coaching Staff with Mike Pegues
UConn hires Mike Pegues as an assistant coach, replacing Luke Murray, who left for Boston College. Pegues' background, recruiting ties, and focus on developing big men align with the team's upcoming roster moves.
Jun 8, 2026
UConn Adds Pegues and McClelland to Coaching Staff for 2026‑27
UConn head coach Dan Hurley revealed new additions to his staff, highlighting Pegues' extensive coaching background and McClelland's expertise in athlete development.
Jun 8, 2026
Mike Pegues Joins UConn Men’s Basketball Staff as Assistant Coach
The University of Connecticut announced the hiring of Mike Pegues to fill the assistant coach vacancy left by Luke Murray, who moved to Boston College. Pegues' background, recruiting ties and player‑development skills position him as a key addition for the Huskies' upcoming season.
Jun 8, 2026
Mike Pegues Joins UConn Men’s Basketball Staff as Assistant Coach
Mike Pegues, a standout recruiter from the DMV area, has been hired to replace Luke Murray on the UConn men's basketball coaching staff, bringing his proven ability to develop big men and connect with top local talent.
Jun 8, 2026
Mike Pegues Joins UConn Men’s Basketball Staff, Bringing DMV Expertise and Big‑Man Development
Mike Pegues, a seasoned recruiter with deep ties to the D.C./Maryland/Virginia region, has been hired as an assistant coach at the University of Connecticut, stepping into the role vacated by Luke Murray who moved to Boston College.
Jun 8, 2026
Mike Pegues Joins UConn Men’s Basketball Staff
Pegues, a longtime collaborator of Luke Murray and a scoring legend from the University of Delaware, is set to bring his experience to the University of Connecticut, where he will work alongside Dan Hurley and the rest of the staff.
Jun 8, 2026
Mike Pegues Joins UConn Men’s Basketball Staff
The University of Connecticut announced that Mike Pegues, a standout scorer from the University of Delaware and former assistant at Louisville and Butler, will join the program as an assistant coach, succeeding Luke Murray who has taken a head‑coaching position at Boston College.
Jun 8, 2026
Connor McCaffery Returns to Indiana with Noblesville Boom Role
Connor McCaffery’s latest coaching appointment with the G League’s Noblesville Boom ties his professional path to his personal life in Indiana, where Caitlin Clark continues to shine.
Jun 2, 2026
Dave Richardson Returns to Ohio State as Strength and Conditioning Coach
Dave Richardson’s return brings a seasoned conditioning expert back to Ohio State, where he will work alongside a reshaped staff ahead of the November 2 opener versus BYU.
Jun 2, 2026
Veteran Coach Dave Richardson Returns to Ohio State
Dave Richardson, a longtime strength coach with a military background, is back at Ohio State, drawn by new coach Jake Diebler, assistant Dave Dickerson, and the program’s advanced resources.
Jun 1, 2026
Former Buckeye Star William Buford Returns to Ohio State as Assistant Coach
William Buford, who once topped the Ohio State scoring charts with 1,990 points and shared the fourth‑most in program history, is set to return to the university in a different capacity. After a professional stint that concluded in 2024, including time in the NBA G League, Buford has turned his attention to coaching, bringing a wealth of experience from the court to the sidelines.
Jun 1, 2026
Jake Diebler finalizes 2026‑27 Ohio State basketball staff
Veteran NBA coach Mike Wells, longtime strength specialist Dave Richardson and program legend William Buford join head coach Jake Diebler, while Jamall Walker ascends to associate head coach.
Jun 1, 2026
Dave Richardson Returns to Ohio State as Strength and Conditioning Coach
Dave Richardson is set to resume his role as Ohio State’s men’s basketball strength and conditioning coach, a position he held from 2005 to 2017, after a distinguished stint at Arkansas.
Jun 1, 2026
Ohio State Locks Down Coaching Roster for Diebler’s Third Season
The Buckeyes have finalized their coaching staff for Jake Diebler’s third year, blending championship experience with fresh talent and promoting internal leadership.
Jun 1, 2026