Coach Columns

Bows, Hogs and Coaches Working...
March 19, 2026 BOWS & HOGS One of the most talked about players coming into the tournament is Darius Acuff. Arkansas’ star freshman had an impressive showing in the SEC Tournament,....
The Big Dance is off to a Grea...
March 19, 2026 The first couple of days of the NCAA Tournament were very entertaining. All four games were very competitive. Congratulations to Howard’s Kenny Blakeney and Prairie View&rs....
The First Time is Always Speci...
March 19, 2026 THE FIRST TIME Once upon a time someone said, ‘There’s nothing quite like the first time.’ On Friday California Baptist and Queens will officially be dancing....
Billikens, Lincoln and Coaches...
March 19, 2026 BILLIKEN BALL After starting the season 24-1, Saint Louis cooled off a little. The Billikens were 4-4 in their final eight games, but this is still a very dangerous team, head....
A Great Opportunity
March 18, 2026 The first night of the NCAA Tournament was outstanding. We were treated to a pair of highly competitive games that came down to the final seconds. Congratulations to Kenny Blaken....
A Rewarding Journey
March 17, 2026 While our season didn't end the way we hoped in the conference tournament, I couldn't be prouder of what this group accomplished by winning the CUSA regular-season champi....
The First Four is a Great for ...
March 17, 2026 The NCAA Tournament tips off tonight with the First Four. A younger generation of fans has grown up with NCAA Tourney games on Tuesday and Wednesday, but up until 15 years ago th....
Toughness and Togetherness
March 17, 2026 It has been quite a season for Navy basketball and it’s not over yet. On Wednesday, we will face Wake Forest, in the first round of the National Invitational Tournament.&nb....
Why Real Progress Comes From S...
Building Something That Lasts Why Long Term Systems Always Beat Short Term Wins Learning the Hard Way Early in my coaching career, I believed intensity could fix everything. If a team struggled,....
Ohio State Sets 2025–26 Staf...
The Ohio State men’s basketball program has officially unveiled its 2025–26 schedule, setting the stage for a pivotal season under second-year head coach Jake Diebler. With Brian Walsh joi....