Tennessee State Seeks Replacement for Resigned Basketball Coach

College and high school basketball programs across the country are undergoing significant changes with new coaching hires and the impact of sports academies. At UNC, Jim Tanner has become the first general manager in program history, allowing Coach Hubert Davis to focus more on game strategy while Tanner handles recruiting and player management. Tanner, a Carolina alum with extensive NBA experience, has already made notable additions via the transfer portal. Meanwhile, Newport High School’s basketball coach Rod Snapp is adjusting to a depleted roster as top players transfer to sports academies, highlighting a growing trend where elite athletes seek specialized training environments over traditional high school teams. In Miami, men's basketball head coach Jai Lucas has added assistant coach Russell Springmann, who brings over 20 years of experience and a strong track record of developing NBA talent. Additionally, Tennessee State is preparing to hire a new men's basketball coach after Brian "Penny" Collins' resignation, with candidates considered having local ties or connections to the University of Tennessee, as the athletics department continues reshaping its staff.