HBCU fires coach after 10 DI wins in four seasons

Mississippi Valley State Athletics Announces Leadership Change for Men’s Basketball Program - Mississippi Valley State University Athletics

Itta Bena, Miss. - Mississippi Valley State University Athletics has announced that head men's basketball coach George Ivory will not be returning next season.

Ivory out as Head Basketball Coach at Mississippi Valley State

Mississippi Valley State University Athletics has announced that head men’s basketball coach George Ivory will not be returning next season.  “MVSU Athletics would like to thank Coach Ivory for his unwavering contributions to Mississippi Valley State University as both a student-athlete and head coach,” said Dr. Alecia Shields-Gadson. “His impact on the institution spans decades and reflects a lasting commitment to the Delta Devils men’s basketb…

HBCU fires coach after 10 DI wins in four seasons

HBCU Mississippi Valley State, one of the toughest jobs in Division I basketball, is reportedly parting ways with coach George Ivory. A tough HBCU homecoming George Ivory returned to Mississippi Valley State University in 2022. The job was always going to be uphill. Mississippi Valley has long been one of the most difficult positions in Division I basketball. Limited resources, recruiting challenges and location have defined the program for year…

HBCU coach who won 12 games in four seasons reportedly dismissed

Mississippi Valley State University has reportedly parted ways with men’s basketball head coach George Ivory after four seasons at the helm of the Delta Devils. Ivory, a former MVSU standout and longtime figure in Southwestern Athletic Conference circles, compiled a 12–118 overall record and an 8–67 mark in SWAC play since taking over in 2022. Photo: Mississippi Valley State Athletics The news was first reported on Tuesday by Delta Sports, a Mis…