Dartmouth men's basketball head coach Brett MacConnell has announced the hiring of Amir Bell and Eamonn Kearney as assistant coaches for the 2026-27 season. Bell joins from Stanford, where he was the Assistant GM, contributing to a 20-win season. He was previously a standout player at Princeton, winning an Ivy League title and earning multiple individual honors. Kearney comes from Kenyon College, where he helped the team achieve its best non-conference record since 1996, and has experience as a video coordinator at Princeton during a successful season.

By the Numbers
  • Bell scored 1,043 points at Princeton, ranking 35th in program history.
  • Kearney contributed to Kenyon’s best non-conference record in 27 years.
State of Play
  • The hiring comes as Dartmouth aims to elevate its men's basketball program.
  • Both assistants have proven track records in player development and recruiting.
What's Next

With the new coaching staff, Dartmouth is positioned to improve its competitive edge in the Ivy League and attract talent. Upcoming recruiting efforts will be crucial for building a strong roster for the season.

Bottom Line

The addition of Bell and Kearney underscores Dartmouth's commitment to developing a successful basketball program through experienced coaching and a focus on student-athlete support.