Dickinson State hires new head women's basketball coach

Keithan Gregg replaces Eric Nelson as the Blue Hawks' new leader

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:22pm

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Dickinson State University has announced the hiring of Keithan Gregg as the new head coach of the women's basketball team. Gregg replaces Eric Nelson, whose contract was not renewed following the 2025-2026 season.

Why it matters

This is an important hire for the Dickinson State women's basketball program, as they look to build on their recent success and compete at a high level in the upcoming seasons. Gregg brings extensive experience at the college level, which should help elevate the team's performance.

The details

Keithan Gregg was previously the associate head coach at Idaho State University, where his team went 19-11 and lost in the first round of the Big Sky Tournament. Prior to that, he spent 10 seasons with the Portland State women's basketball program. Gregg also has experience at the University of Providence and Ashland High School.

  • Gregg was announced as the new head coach on Monday, March 30, 2026.
  • He will replace Eric Nelson, whose contract was not renewed following the 2025-2026 season.

The players

Keithan Gregg

The new head coach of the Dickinson State women's basketball team, with extensive experience at the college level.

Eric Nelson

The former head coach of the Dickinson State women's basketball team, whose contract was not renewed following the 2025-2026 season.

Pete Stanton

The athletic director at Dickinson State University, who announced the hiring of Keithan Gregg as the new women's basketball coach.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to have Keithan Gregg as the next women's basketball coach at Dickinson State. He has experience at all levels of college basketball with great success. In addition, his extensive recruiting background and ties throughout Montana and the West will serve our program and university well. We look forward to this new chapter in Blue Hawk women's basketball with Keithan as our leader.”

— Pete Stanton, Athletic Director, Dickinson State University

What’s next

Gregg will begin his tenure as the new head coach of the Dickinson State women's basketball team immediately, as he prepares the team for the upcoming 2026-2027 season.

The takeaway

Dickinson State has made a strategic hire in Keithan Gregg, who brings a wealth of college coaching experience and a strong recruiting background to the women's basketball program. This move signals the university's commitment to building a competitive and successful program in the years to come.