Saturday April 20, 2013

Delaware: Former Rutgers assistant Tom McEntire has officially joined the staff and will coach the safeties.

Morehead State (FCS - KY): Sources tell us that Georgetown College (NAIA - KY) offensive skills assistant Craig Mullins has accepted a position at Morehead State.

Chattanooga: Tennessee senior associate athletic director David Blackburn has been offered the AD position at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, according to the Times Free Press

Augustana College (D-III - IL): Augustana is no longer accepting applications for their offensive line position. Thank you for the overwhelming interest in the position.

Hargrave Military Academy (Post-Grad - VA): The school announced today that, due to NCAA changes and restrictions, the school is shutting down its football program at the end of the 2012-13 academic year.

Notre Dame: Offensive coordinator Chuck Martin will call the plays next season.

St. Thomas (D-III - MN): We hear St. Thomas will have an assistant coaching position coming open soon. 

Gettysburg College (D-III - PA): Gettysburg College has an open date on its 2014 and 2015 football schedule. Gettysburg would prefer a home game on September 6, 2014 and will return the game the following year on September 5, 2015. Please contact Head Football Coach Barry Streeter at 717-337-6414 or at bhstreet@gettysburg.edu.

Montana State - Billings (D-II): Cincinnati associate athletic director Doug Mosley has interviewed for the vacant athletic director position. The school plans to interview three more candidates in the next 10 days according to the Billings Gazette.

Chattanooga: Wake Forest associate athletic director Mike Buddie has removed his name from consideration for the Chattanooga AD job. Tennessee senior associate athletic director David Blackburn and Sun Belt Conference director of basketball operations Lee Fowler are the remaining candidates. 

Lenoir-Rhyne (D-II - NC): The school has hired Sam Perryman as its new wide receivers coach. His hiring means Tripp Merritt, hired in February, will shift to the secondary. Perryman coached the defensive backs at Lock Haven (Pa.) in 2012. 

South Dakota: David Herbster has officially had the interim tag taken off from his athletic director title.

Bluffton University (D-III - OH): Bluffton is seeking a graduate assistant in both baseball and football beginning August 2013 as well as a graduate assistant in football only-beginning August 2013. Qualifications: The dual sport candidates should have collegiate playing and/or coaching experience in both sports. The football only candidates should have collegiate football playing and/or coaching experience on defense. Candidates with previous recruiting experience will be given preference. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree with a 3.0 accumulated GPA and valid driver’s license. Master’s Program is offered in Education and Business. Position includes room, board and stipend. To Apply send a cover letter indicating which position you’re applying for along with a; resume, list of three references and an unofficial copy of your undergrad transcript to gablec@bluffton.edu.

Wartburg (D-III - IA): Head coach Rick Willis has promoted nine-year assistant Chris Winter to assistant head coach. The school has also hired former Augustana linebackers coach Andrew Hawken in the same capacity and former Northwestern Missouri State running backs/wide receivers coach Nathan Roach as running backs coach. 

Georgia Southern: Sources tell us that former Georgia Southern quarterback Jaybo Shaw has accepted a graduate assistant position on staff.

Rutgers: Video coordinator Ricky Palmer has been named Big East Video Coordinator of the year for the second straight year.

Occidental College (D-III - CA): Head coach Doug Semones has announced his coaching staff. Former Cal Lutheran offensive line coach Brian Smith will serve as offensive coordinator and coach the offensive line, Darnell Arceneaux will coach the quarterbacks, Don Nelson will handle the running backs and Richard Brown will oversee the receivers. Additionally, Justin Luthey will return for his second season as defensive line coach, DFO and recruiting coordinator, Kevin May will coach the linebackers and coordinate strength and conditioning, Rob Hartenfels will handle the defensive backs, and Matt Anderson will assist in strength and conditioning. Semones will serve as defensive coordinator on top of being the head coach.

Millikin (D-III - IL): Millikin University is looking for a full time assistant coach as well as a coaching intern. The intern availability is a 10-month position, beginning Aug. 1, with a $5,000 stipend, a $1,500 food allowance and housing is provided. Those interested can apply to the position via this link. 

Wilmington College (D-III - OH): Wilmington College has an Offensive and Defensive Intern Positions available. Starting August 1 st for 10 months. Compensation is $5,000 plus room and board. Positions involve film breakdown, coaching a position, recruiting, and other duties assigned by Head Coach. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, strong managerial, administrative, interpersonal skills and computer proficiency. Experience with Hudl is a must. Prior playing or coaching experience at the college level is preferred. Interested candidates should email resume and references to head coach Stacey Hairston at Stacey_hairston@wilmington.edu. No phone calls please!

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Orlando Predators (AFL): Offensive coordinator Chris Siegfried has been relieved of his duties. 

Wednesday April 17, 2013

Savannah State (FCS - GA): Savannah State announced this afternoon that head coach Steve Davenport and his staff have been let go with the exception of cornerbacks coach Corey Barlow, who has been retained as interim head coach. "We wish Coach Davenport and his staff success with all their future endeavors," athletic director Sterling Seward, Jr., said in the school's statement. 

Philadelphia Eagles: Chip Kelly has hired former Eagle offensive tackle Tra Thomas as a coaching intern according to Jordan Raanan of NJ.com.

Randolph-Macon (D-III - VA): Randolph-Macon College has a defensive line intern position available. Candidate must have experience playing or coaching the defensive line.  Please e-mail resume and references to assistant coach Trey Haddon at josephhaddon@rmc.edu No phone calls please.

Millikin (D-III - IL): Millikin University is looking for an assistant coach as well as a coaching intern. The intern availability is a 10-month position, beginning Aug. 1, with a $5,000 stipend, a $1,500 food allowance and housing is provided. Contact Tammy Maxwell at tmaxwell@mail.millikin.edu for details. 

Earlham College (D-III - IN): Earlham College in Richmond, Ind., is looking game on Sept. 13, 2014. Possible multi-year agreement.Midwest D-III schools preferred. Contact Neil Kazmierczak at (765)-983-1482 or Kazmine@earlham.edu

Rhode Island: Rhode Island is looking for a video coordinator intern and an operations intern. Check the DFO Scoop for more information on both openings.

Frostburg State (D-III - MD): Frostburg State University is accepting applications for a full-time Football Intern. This is a full-time 40 hr per week, one year internship which is renewable for an additional year based on performance. Hourly rate $10.34 with limited benefits included. RESPONSIBILITIES:  Monitor and advise student-athletes in order to ensure academic progression. Evaluate video and develop realistic plans for improvement. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree at time of hire and two years of coaching at the high school or collegiate level. The ability to recruit student-athletes. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: DVSport video experience and background of playing or coaching experience with emphasis on defense. Visit https://frostburg.peopleadmin.com to apply.  Application deadline is May 16, 2013.

Massachusetts: Former Georgia State offensive coordinator John Bond has taken the offensive coordinator job at Massachusetts according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

UTEP: Defensive coordinator Jeff Choate is leaving for an unspecified position on Florida's staff according to Bret Bloomquist of the El Paso Times. Gators defensive line coach Bryant Young resigned last week to spend more time with his family. Update: We have confirmed the hire. Further update: Florida has now confirmed the hire. Choate will coach outside linebackers and special teams in Gainesville. 

West Hills College (JC - CA): Sources tell us Cal Tincher is out as the head coach at West Hills College. 

Tuesday April 16, 2013

McMurry (D-II - TX): Head coach Mason Miller has promoted quarterbacks coach Chase Holbrook to offensive coordinator and defensive backs coach Kendall Roberson to defensive coordinator. 

Texas: The Longhorns have hired Texas A&M graduate assistant Riley Dodge to a quality control spot according to a report from Orangebloods.com. Dodge is the son of former Texas quarterback and former North Texas head coach Todd Dodge. 

Louisiana - Monroe: The school has announced athletic director Bobby Staub is stepping down after nine years at the school. The resignation goes into effect on July 1. 

Manchester University (D-III - IN): Sources tell us former West Virginia offensive graduate assistant Vince Cashdollar has been hired at Manchester. 

University of Wisconsin-Stout (D-III): UW-Stout is looking for a Home and Home Week 3 or 4: Sept 20th or 27th, 2014 and Sept. 19th or 26th, 2015. If interested, please contact Head Coach Clayt Birmingham at birminghamc@uwstout.edu

Alabama: As we posted this morning, Kirby Smart will make $1.15 million in 2013 and $1.35 million in the following two years. The Tide assistants also received raises, and the contracts for Nick Saban's new hires were approved. Here's what you need to know.

Stonehill College (D-II - MA): Stonehill College is accepting applications for a defensive seasonal intern (Assistant DB Coach). The internship program is designed to provide coaches with a rich blend of coaching and administrative experience at a competitive NCAA Division II private college. This seasonal intern position runs from Aug. 1st 2013 to Jan. 31st 2014. Compensation includes a stipend of $6,000 and a campus meal plan.  No housing is provided. No Education/Medical Benefits provided. The position includes the following job duties: coaching your own position, practice planning, scouting, video analysis, skill and team instruction, all phases of recruiting and responsibilities as assigned by the head coach. Coaching and/or playing experience preferred. Minority applications are strongly encouraged. Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to Defensive Coordinator Eli Gardner at egardner@stonehill.edu .  Phone calls from applicants will NOT be accepted.

Oklahoma State: New offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich will make $400,000 in his first season on the job according to Gina Mizell of the Oklahoman. Here's what you need to know.

Manchester University (D-III - IN): Manchester University invites applicants to apply for the position of Defensive Intern LB’s or DB’s. This 10 month position receives an Hourly salary that is capped at $12,500.00, benefits, meals, and housing at a reduced rate. Position will also involve a recruiting area and special consideration will be given to those candidates that have experience with HUDL. To apply for this position candidates must complete an on-line application here. You can submit resume and cover letter to ajjudy@manchester.edu. Anticipated start date will be August 1st. Review of candidates will start immediately. Please no phone calls.

Ellsworth Community College (JC - IA): Ellsworth Community College is seeking an Offensive Line Coach that has experience coaching zone and man blocking schemes. The ideal candidate will have football coaching and/or playing experience at the collegiate level. This position also requires independent decision making, budgeting, recruiting and the ability to exercise good judgment and use of critical thinking skills. Excellent human relation skills with the ability to communicate and supervise student athletes. Associate degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Extensive knowledge and experience in football. Please send resume and credentials to Josh Lattimer, head football coach at josh.lattimer@iavalley.edu. No phone calls please.

Montana State (FCS): Montana State is looking to start home and home series with (FCS) 2014 and 2015. Can start away 9-13-14 and need home 9-12-15. Also looking for guarantee game with FBS on 8-30-14 or could play 8-28-14. Please contact senior associate athletic director Dan Davies at ddavies@msubobcats.com or at (406) 994-2301.

Kennesaw State (FCS - GA): Head coach Brian Bohannon has made the first three hires for his new program according to Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Central High School (Carrollton, GA) head coach Grant Chestnut will be the offensive coordinator and offensive line coach. Bohannon is also bringing two Georgia Tech assistants with him to fill two yet-to-be-determined roles: director of player personnel Liam Klein and former Yellow Jackets graduate assistant Shane Bowen. Bowen spent the 2012 season as a defensive graduate assistant at Ohio State. 

Alabama: Former Alabama head coach Mike DuBose has been named the head coach at Luverne High School in Alabama. 

Alabama: Nick Saban and his on-field staff are expected to receive approval for raises from the University of Alabama's Board of Trustees at a Tuesday afternoon Compensation Committee meeting according to Andrew Gribble of AL.com. Update: Saban will not receive a raise, but his bonus structure will be updated. Defensive coordinator Kirby Smart's salary will move to north of $1 million according to Jeremy Fowler of CBSSports.com.