Montana State coach Brad Huse has accepted a three-year contract extension that will keep him with the Bobcats through the 2012-13 season.
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Young Program Shines at Team Boston Elite Invitational
A fast-rising program had a good weekend at the Team Boston Elite Invitational, while another team won a rematch for a title.
Memphis: Williams Lands With Tigers
Former Duke guard Elliot Williams has decided to transfer to Memphis to be closer to his family in the city. Williams averaged 4.2 points and 2.3 rebounds per game as a freshman.
Duke: Williams Leaves Team
Duke freshman guard Elliot Williams announced that he is leaving the team to transfer closer to home. Williams said he wants to be closer to Memphis, Tenn., because of family medical concerns.
WAC: Conference Neutralizes Tournament for 2011 and 2012
WAC officials have signed a contract to move the conference tournament to Las Vegas in 2011 and 2012. The top eight teams from the regular season will play at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas.
Summit League: Conference Looks to Build on Tournament’s Sioux City Success
Summit League officials announced that they plan to continue playing their conference tournament in Sioux City, S.D., through 2012, extending the current two-year deal by an additional two years. The tournament produced record crowds and corporate sponsorship this past season.
NBA Draft Quick Hitters
Some quick hitters looking back at the NBA Draft, including thoughts on the top pick, a player who went back to school and made out well, and one player who found out how much Internet draft boards are worth.
Recap of Hoopville’s NBA Draft Coverage on Twitter
We sent tweets throughout last night’s NBA Draft. If you missed it, here’s an entire rundown. Some of the highlights: “Incidentally, Syracuse’s Flynn is no relation to Hoopville founder Andrew Flynn. Though they both lack a consistent 3-point shot.” “Do you think Shaq watches those Dos Equis commercials and KNOWS that he’s the most interesting man in the world?”
Illinois: Jordan’s Son Leaves Illini to Focus on School
Michael Jordan’s son, Jeff, is leaving the Illinois team after two seasons to focus on his studies. Jordan was a walk-on and earned a scholarship before the 2009 spring semester.
Davidson: Wildcats Return to Madison Square Garden for Holiday Festival
Davidson will play in the 2009 Aeropostale Holiday Festival Dec. 20-21. Joining them in the nation’s longest-running holiday tournament at Madison Square Garden will be Cornell, Hofstra and St. John’s.