SPORTS 3-12
College Basketball:
Oregon State has announced the hiring of Justin Joyner as the new head coach of the men’s basketball team.
Joyner, who previously served as an assistant coach at the University of Michigan, will take the helm following the departure of Wayne Tinkle, who led the team for 12 seasons before being let go earlier this month.
According to the university press release, Joyner’s leadership and experience were among the key factors in his selection. He previously coached at St Mary’s University.
The announcement was made official today by Oregon State Vice President and Director of Athletics, Scott Barnes.
Barnes remains embattled by Beaver Nation over coaching decisions and the University’s business dealings securing Name Image License agreements.
Coach Joyner will be introduced in a press conference in Corvallis on Monday.
College Baseball:
Number 15 Oregon beat Xavier again last night to grab a midweek sweep. The Ducks welcome Indiana to PK Park for a weekend series starting tomorrow.
Oregon State Coach Mitch Canham told the media yesterday the team is refocusing as it heads into the meat of the season.
CANHAM ACTUALITY (:07) “Seeing where we’re good, and continuation of those things so we don’t drift. But then also, finding areas that, ‘hey, this is where we can improve’.”
Also yesterday, right-hander Dax Whitney was named to the College Baseball Hall of Fame Pitcher of the Year watchlist.
The 18th ranked Beavers are headed on the road to San Diego this week.
College Football:
The University of Oregon begins their spring practice today. The Ducks have high hopes for the upcoming season returning 11 starters, including Heisman Trophy candidate Dante Moore.
LOCAL:
OSAA State Basketball
5A Boys Crook County and Summit both won yesterday setting up and IMC matchup in the Semifinals tomorrow.
4A Boys Madras plays today.
Girls 5A top seed Redmond, and 7 seed Crook County are in quarterfinals action today.
