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1. Torero Mobile: Support USD While You Text | San Diego Toreros Basketball News

   Torero Mobile is the ultimate fan plan for USD supporters—pay your bill, and a portion goes straight back to the university. With blazing-fast 5G nationwide, no contracts, and plans starting at just $15/month (taxes included), it’s easy to switch and stay connected. Whether you’re a student,...

   Sep 12, 2026

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2. Baker Electric: Employee-Owned Powerhouse | San Diego Toreros Basketball News

   Baker Electric, a veteran player since 1938, is redefining large-scale electrical construction with its employee-owned model, blending deep expertise, renewable energy solutions, and seamless project execution across industries — from solar and EV charging to complex infrastructure — all backed…

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   Sep 12, 2026

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3. Toreros Summer Training Ignites Team Spirit

   The Toreros basketball team kicked off summer training with relentless discipline, hitting the court at 6:30 AM to build unity and consistency. Beyond the early mornings, they’re bonding through team meals, yoga, and even dodgeball—balancing grit with camaraderie. Standouts include Dusty…

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   Jun 15, 2026

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4. Mike Brown Finally Claims Head Coach Championship

   Mike Brown’s dream culminates in glory: after decades as a championship-winning assistant for legends like Tim Duncan, LeBron James, and Stephen Curry, he finally lifts the NBA title as head coach of the New York Knicks, ending a 53-year drought with a commanding Finals win over the Spurs. Rooted...

   Jun 14, 2026

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5. Knicks vs Spurs Roots at USD

   The NBA Finals are heating up with a surprising twist: behind the scenes, a small college called the University of San Diego is quietly shaping the minds behind this year’s championship showdown. From coach Mike Brown to the San Antonio Spurs’ legendary staff, many of the strategic architects of...

   Jun 5, 2026

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6. USD Athletics' New Era: Strategic Plan for Success

   New Era Plan: University of San Diego Athletics Unveils Strategic Roadmap for Success The University of San Diego Athletics has unveiled a new strategic plan, New Era, focusing on collaboration, data, and core values. The plan aims to enhance the student-athlete experience, boost campus and...

   May 20, 2026

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7. USD Basketball Staff Strengthens with Key Additions

   University of San Diego mens basketball coach JR Blount bolsters his team with four new support staff members: Josh Calbert as recruiting coordinator, Jawaun Newton as director of player development, Patrick Gallagher as video coordinator, and Jackson Carter as director of operations. These...

   Apr 14, 2026

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8. JR Blount: New USD Coach, Big Dreams

   Milwaukee native JR Blount, fresh off a successful stint as an assistant at Iowa State, takes the reins as head coach at the University of San Diego. With a loaded resume and a passion for building a powerhouse, Blount aims to turn the Toreros into West Coast Conference contenders. Support the...

   Apr 9, 2026

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9. Blount & Bienne Reunite for San Diego Basketball

   San Diego Mens Basketball Secures Dynamic Duo: JR Blount and Henoc Bienne Reunite for Exciting Era Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues…

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   Apr 3, 2026

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10. David Gale Joins USD Men's Basketball Staff

    San Diego mens basketball welcomes back David Gale as new assistant coach, a former teammate and friend of head coach JR Blount from their Loyola Chicago days. Gale brings an impressive resume, including recent stints as head coach in the Czech Republic and at Vandercomb and Georgia. With eleven...

    Apr 2, 2026

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11. JR Blount Hires Jeremy Pope for USD Men's Basketball

    San Diego Mens Basketball Hires Jeremy Pope as Assistant Coach: A Strong Addition to the Toreros Staff San Diego mens basketball head coach JR Blount has hired Jeremy Pope as the new assistant coach. Pope brings a wealth of experience from his time at UT Arlington and the University of Portland,...

    Mar 31, 2026

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12. Baldwin Joins USD: Higher Standards Ahead

    San Diego States mens basketball team has hired Patrick Baldwin, a seasoned coach with over 25 years of Division One experience, as their new assistant coach. Baldwin, a Northwestern alum, brings a wealth of knowledge from his time at Milwaukee and Valparaiso, where he helped turn the team around...

    Mar 27, 2026

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13. Blount's D1 Debut: San Diego's New Coach

    JR Blount, a Dominican High School alum, lands his first Division One head coaching job at San Diego. After years as an assistant, including a stint with T J Otzelberger at Iowa State, Blount aims to revitalize San Diegos program, facing challenges like conference realignment and a recent history...

    Mar 10, 2026

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14. J R Blount to Head Coach at San Diego

    J R Blount, Iowa States assistant coach, is set to become San Diegos new head coach, known for his defensive strategies and role in crafting the Cyclones top-ranked defense. Despite Iowa States successful season, Blount will depart after their postseason, following San Diegos decision to part…

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    Mar 9, 2026

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15. San Diego Hires JR Blount as New Men's Basketball Coach

    San Diegos Toreros mens basketball team welcomes new head coach JR Blount, a top recruiter from Iowa State, to lead their rebuild. Blount, a former Loyola Chicago star, takes over after a challenging season, aiming to shake up the roster and draw in talent. Support the show: Get a discount at...

    Mar 9, 2026

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16. Toreros' Tournament Run Ends in Heartbreak

    San Diegos Toreros mens basketball team, despite a heartbreaking loss in the West Coast Conference tournament, ended the season with double the wins of the previous year, showcasing progress. Key players like Vuk Boskovic and Gavin Ripp performed well, but the team struggled in the second half,...

    Mar 7, 2026

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17. Toreros Advance to WCC Tournament Round 2

    USD Mens Basketball Secures WCC Tournament Spot, Faces Seattle U in Next Round The University of San Diego mens basketball team secured a spot in the second round of the West Coast Conference Tournament with a thrilling 66-62 victory over Loyola Marymount. The Toreros, led by standout…

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    Mar 7, 2026

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18. Toreros Snap Losing Streak, Advance in WCC Tournament

    📣 Exciting News: University of San Diego Mens Basketball Secures Victory, Advances to WCC Championship! 🏀 The University of San Diego mens basketball team clinched a spot in the second round of the 2026 Credit Union One West Coast Conference Championship Tournament with a thrilling 66-62 win…

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    Mar 6, 2026

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19. West Coast Conference Honors Academic All-Stars

    The West Coast Conference unveiled its 2025-26 mens basketball all-academic team, featuring eleven standout student-athletes who excelled in both sports and studies. Gonzaga, Santa Clara, Seattle University, Saint Marys, Loyola Marymount, San Diego, and others were represented. Notable members...

    Mar 5, 2026

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20. Toreros Face Lions in WCC Championship

    San Diego Toreros face Loyola Marymount in the WCC Championship, seeking to reverse their season series after a twenty-point loss and a close defeat. Despite a strong second half against Portland, they fell short. Standout guard Toneari Lane, leading the conference in three-point shooting, leads...

    Mar 5, 2026

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21. USD Basketball vs Bethesda: Toreros Aim for Win

    USD Mens Basketball Faces Bethesda, Seeking Rebound After Seattle Loss The University of San Diego mens basketball team, currently at one win and thirteen losses, aims to bounce back against Bethesda University. The Toreros, led by junior guard Ty-Laur Johnson, showed resilience in their recent...

    Mar 4, 2026

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22. San Diego Basketball's Winning Streak Continues

    San Diegos mens basketball team, the Toreros, travel to Malibu for a West Coast Conference matchup against Pepperdine. The Toreros have a strong recent record against Pepperdine, winning eight of the last eleven meetings and three of their past four trips there. Pepperdine has just one conference...

    Mar 4, 2026

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23. USD Basketball vs Oregon State: Coaches vs Cancer

    University of San Diego mens basketball hosts Oregon State in a Coaches vs. Cancer event, aiming to secure a win at home. The team, led by head coach Steve Lavin, who has personal experience with cancer, seeks momentum after a thrilling overtime victory against Pepperdine. With standout...

    Mar 4, 2026

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24. Bernie Bickerstaff Speaks at USD's Empowering Black Legacy

    Bernie Bickerstaff, a basketball legend and USDs first Black head mens basketball coach, will be the keynote speaker at the University of San Diegos 2026 Empowering Black Legacy event. The event, open to the public, will take place on February 15th at the Jenny Craig Pavilion. Bickerstaff, known...

    Mar 4, 2026

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25. USD Basketball Faces Saint Mary's in Crucial Matchup

    The University of San Diego mens basketball team faces a tough road challenge against Saint Marys, a team with a strong record and efficiency ratings. Despite their last road victory against Saint Marys dating back to 2006-2007, the Toreros have been performing well, with players stepping up and...

    Mar 4, 2026

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26. USD Basketball Hosts Washington State

    University of San Diego mens basketball hosts Washington State, seeking to capitalize on a dominant non-conference finish. The Toreros, led by Ty-Laur Johnsons impressive conference stats, aim for a strong finish to their home stand, with momentum building after a career-high performance from Tim...

    Mar 4, 2026

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27. USD Toreros' Overtime Triumph Over Pepperdine

    USD Mens Basketball Stuns Pepperdine in Overtime Thriller The University of San Diego mens basketball team defied the odds, rallying from a nine-point deficit to win against Pepperdine in overtime. With star player Ty-Laur Johnson fouled out, analytics gave them just a 6.3% chance to win.…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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28. Toreros Fall Short in Seattle

    USD Mens Basketball Falls in Close Matchup: Toreros Mount Comeback, Fall Short Against Seattle U Support the show Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to...

    Mar 4, 2026

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29. USD Men's Basketball Dominates Bethesda

    USD Mens Basketball Dominates Bethesda, Sets Season Highs: Tim Moore Jr. scores 32 points, Assane Diop records triple-double in 113-67 victory. Support the show Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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30. Coaches vs Cancer: Steve Lavin's Personal Fight

    Coaches versus Cancer Suits and Sneakers Week highlights the thirty-two-year partnership between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. University of San Diegos Steve Lavin, a prostate cancer survivor, shares his personal journey and dedication to raising...

    Mar 4, 2026

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31. San Diego University Parts Ways with Coach Lavin

    San Diego University parts ways with head coach Steve Lavin after an underwhelming four-year tenure, marked by a 46-79 record. Despite a promising start at St. Johns, Lavins recent stint at San Diego was plagued by struggles, including a 17-44 record over the last two years and the departure of…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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32. Toreros Fall in OT to Oregon State

    USD Mens Basketball Falls in Overtime to Oregon State: Despite Strong Rebounding and Shooting, Twenty Turnovers Prove Costly Support the show Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public...

    Mar 4, 2026

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33. San Diego Basketball vs Oregon State

    San Diego Mens Basketball Embarks on Crucial Road Trip to Oregon The San Diego mens basketball team is set to face the Oregon State Beavers in Corvallis, aiming for their first victory in the city since joining the conference. The Beavers, with a 15-14 record, hold an 8-8 mark in the West Coast...

    Mar 4, 2026

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34. USD Men's Basketball Secures Victory Over Portland

    USD Mens Basketball Secures Victory Over Portland: Gorosito Shines with 1K Career Points, Team Play Key The University of San Diego mens basketball team triumphed over Portland, 71-58, on Wednesday night. Down at halftime, USD turned the game around with impressive three-point shooting, going…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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35. USD vs San Francisco: Empowering Black Legacy Game

    San Diego Mens Basketball Hosts San Francisco Dons in Empowering Black Legacy Game The San Diego Toreros host the San Francisco Dons this Sunday, aiming to even their season series and build on their recent defensive performance. The game tips off at 2 PM PT on ESPN+, with Jack Cronin on...

    Mar 4, 2026

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36. USD Men's Basketball Hosts LMU for Senior Day

    USD Mens Basketball Hosts LMU in Senior Day Showdown on ESPN Plus The University of San Diego mens basketball team concludes its home schedule this Saturday against Loyola Marymount in a crucial West Coast Conference matchup. The Toreros, with a 13-15 overall record and 4-11 conference standing,...

    Mar 4, 2026

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37. USD vs LMU: Battle for WCC Supremacy

    San Diego Mens Basketball faces LMU Lions in a crucial WCC matchup this Saturday, seeking to break a recent losing streak. The Toreros, with a 10-15 record, aim to improve their standing in the conference. LMU, with a 12-13 record, looks to extend their recent winning streak against USD. The…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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38. Toreros Fall to Saint Mary's, Head to LMU

    San Diego Toreros suffered an 87-60 loss against Saint Marys, despite keeping turnovers low and out-rebounding them in the second half. Toneari Lane led with 16 points, while Tim Moore Jr. scored in double figures and had a SportsCenter top play. The Toreros face LMU in Los Angeles on February…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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39. Toreros Host Broncos in WCC Showdown

    San Diego Toreros Mens Basketball Team Prepares for West Coast Conference Showdown The San Diego Toreros mens basketball team is set to host the Santa Clara Broncos in a crucial West Coast Conference matchup on Saturday night at the Jenny Craig Pavilion. The game will be streamed live on ESPN…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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40. Lavin Departs San Diego, Toreros Seek New Leadership

    Steve Lavin Departs San Diego: Toreros Seek New Leadership After Four Seasons San Diego coach Steve Lavin is leaving after four seasons, with the team ending the year at 11-17. Despite a strong resume earlier in his career, including five NCAA appearances at UCLA and two tournament bids at St....

    Mar 4, 2026

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41. USD Men's Basketball Falls to LMU, Prepares for Portland

    USD mens basketball suffers a tough loss to LMU, falling eighty-three to sixty-three. Despite a strong second-half performance, the Toreros couldnt overcome an early seventeen-point deficit. Standouts included Dominique Ford and Brandon Benjamin, who scored fourteen and ten points respectively.…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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42. Toreros Host Surging Portland in WCC Clash

    San Diegos mens basketball team, the Toreros, host the Portland Pilots in a crucial West Coast Conference matchup. The Pilots, fresh off back-to-back upsets, aim to extend their momentum, while the Toreros seek to bounce back from a tough loss. The Toreros hold a strong all-time record against…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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43. Toreros' Thrilling Comeback Falls Short vs. Oregon State

    USD Mens Basketball Falls in Overtime to Oregon State: A Thrilling Comeback and Program Records The University of San Diego mens basketball team showcased their resilience against Oregon State, mounting a remarkable comeback in the final minutes of regulation. Despite trailing by eight points…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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44. USD Basketball Coach Lavin Departs, Search for Next Leader Begins

    University of San Diegos mens basketball head coach, Steve Lavin, will not return for the 2026-27 season, concluding his fourth year with the Toreros. Lavin, who joined the program in 2022, was praised for his commitment to academic success, player development, and alignment with university…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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45. Bernie Bickerstaff's Inspiring Legacy in USD Athletics

    Bernie Bickerstaff, the first Black head coach at University of San Diego, returned to campus as the keynote speaker for the Empowering Black Legacy event. He shared his journey, starting as team captain and leading the Toreros to the N-C-double-A Division Two tournament. His success opened doors...

    Mar 4, 2026

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46. USD Men's Basketball Falls to USF, 92-79

    USD Mens Basketball Falls to USF in High-Scoring Affair The University of San Diego mens basketball team suffered a ninety-two to seventy-nine loss to the University of San Francisco Dons on Sunday. Despite a five-point halftime lead, USD couldnt keep up with USFs second-half surge, which…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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47. San Diego Toreros Set Program Record with 15 3-Pointers

    San Diego mens basketball shatters program records, defeating Washington State 96-92 with a career-high 28 points from Ty-Laur Johnson and a game-sealing performance from freshman Gavin Ripp. The Toreros set a new mark with 15 three-pointers, marking their highest point total in regulation…

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    Mar 4, 2026

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48. San Diego vs Portland: Three-Point Battle

    San Diego mens basketball, with a strong all-time edge against Portland, heads to Portland for the regular season finale. Both teams are tied for tenth place in West Coast Conference play, but San Diego holds a psychological advantage after their recent win. Juanse Gorosito, a senior guard who...

    Mar 4, 2026

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49. Steve Lavin Departs USD Basketball After 2025-26 Season

    Steve Lavin, head coach of the University of San Diego mens basketball team, will not return after the 2025-2026 season. Despite his solid resume, including five straight NCAA Tournament trips with UCLA and a revival of St. Johns, his time at San Diego has been challenging, with a 46-79 record....

    Mar 4, 2026

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50. Toreros Lose Final Home Game, Head to Oregon

    The University of San Diego Toreros mens basketball team concluded their home season with a loss to Loyola Marymount, 65-77. The game marked senior day for several key players, including Toneari Lane, Adrian McIntyre, Juanse Gorosito, Tim Moore Junior, Neel Beniwal, and Emmanuel Callas. LMU led...

    Mar 4, 2026

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