NCAA Hirings, Firings And Retirings 2025-26 Part 2





RIO GRANDE VALLEY – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) head men's basketball coach Brandon Chambers announced on Wednesday the hiring of John Jones, who spent the last three seasons as an assistant coach at Texas Southern University, as director of basketball operations.

Jones helped the Tigers to 10 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) wins last season, marking the third-straight year of more than 10 conference wins. Throughout his tenure, Jones helped Texas Southern to 25 home wins making the H&PE Arena a tough place to play.

 
**News Flash***

The wonderful admin and regents at my TSU hired the invisible man this morning. Look for an empty suit walking up and down the coaches box next season.
 
Same tribe, the invisible woman.

That women y'all have there now......

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Clark Atlanta Announces the Hiring of Erica Payton as Head Women's Golf Coach​


ATLANTA, Ga. – Clark Atlanta University Athletics has announced the hiring of Erica Payton as the inaugural head coach of its women's golf program.

"Erica Payton embodies championship excellence," said Director of Athletics Dr. Jerel Drew. "A Hall of Fame golfer from Jackson State University, her legacy is built on discipline, dominance and an unwavering commitment to greatness. She brings not only experience, but the mindset of a true champion—one who will inspire, develop and elevate our student-athletes to compete, lead and win at the highest level."

Payton is a lifelong golfer, collegiate coach and passionate leader dedicated to developing student-athletes both on and off the course. With a competitive background spanning middle school through college, she has built a strong foundation rooted in discipline, leadership and performance.

Her transition into coaching began during graduate school, where she spent two years mentoring student-athletes while refining her approach to player development, team culture and recruiting. Most recently, Payton served as an assistant coach at Millsaps College, where her philosophy emphasizes competitive excellence, personal growth, accountability and opportunity.


 
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