Former Wolverines assistant Chris Partridge claims Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel and ex-president Santa Ono discovered evidence of the scheme in January 2023 -- 12 months before the team's national title win

Thus far, Michigan basketball lost three assistants -- Justin Joyner to Oregon State (before Dusty May's departure), as well as Drew Williamson and Mody Maor, who are following May to the NBA. Additionally, new head coach Mike Boynton Jr. was elevated from the assistant level, so there are a lot of potential vacancies on the Wolverines' coaching staff.One position is now filled, according to a Michigan basketball release.Boynton is dipping into a head coaching well -- much like May (and Juwan Howard before him) in hiring a coach who was overseeing a program. The former head coach at Brown, Mike Martin (not to be confused with the former Michigan football standout) is leaving his alma mater, where he's overseen the program for 14 years. He's departing Providence in order to join the assistant pool in Ann Arbor.You can read the full press release below.Full releaseUniversity of Michigan David and Meredith Kaplan Men's Basketball Head CoachMike Boynton Jr.announced Monday (July 13) the addition ofMike Martinas an assistant coach for the Wolverines.Martin arrives in Ann Arbor after spending the past 14 years as the head coach at Brown University, where he became the winningest coach in program history while establishing the Bears as one of the Ivy League's premier programs."Mike is someone I've admired for a long time," said Boynton. "He's an outstanding coach, an exceptional teacher and one of the best recruiters in the game, but more than anything, he's a great person who truly invests in his players. At Brown, he's built consistently competitive teams through player development and a winning culture, and those values align perfectly with what we're building here in Ann Arbor. We're excited to welcome Mike, Kristin and their daughters to the Michigan family.""I'm incredibly grateful to Coach Boynton for the opportunity to join the Michigan basketball family," Martin said. "Michigan has established itself as one of the premier programs in college basketball, and it's easy to see why. The championship culture, the people and the commitment to excellence all make this a special place. I'm excited to get to work with our student-athletes and help build on everything this program has accomplished."Martin leaves Brown as the winningest coach in the program's 120-year history with 171 career victories. In February 2023, he surpassed Stanley Ward's 54-year-old school record for coaching wins and concluded his tenure, having guided the Bears through one of the most successful stretches in school history.Named Brown's head coach in 2012 at just 29 years old, Martin was the fourth-youngest head coach in Division I men's basketball. Over the next 14 seasons, he transformed his alma mater into a perennial Ivy League contender, highlighted by the program's first 20-win season (20-12) in 2018-19. That season, Brown earned a berth in the College Basketball Invitational, recorded the program's first postseason victory, and Martin was named the Ivy League Coach of the Year.Martin's teams consistently developed some of the Ivy League's top talent. Brown produced four consecutive All-Ivy League first team selections from 2022-25, highlighted by three-time first-team honoree Kino Lilly Jr. During Martin's tenure, Bears players also earned five Ivy League Defensive Player of the Year awards, an Ivy League Rookie of the Year honor, multiple Academic All-America recognitions and numerous all-conference accolades.Before returning to Brown, Martin spent six seasons (2006-12) as an assistant coach at Penn. During that span, the Quakers won the 2007 Ivy League championship and advanced to the NCAA Tournament before returning to postseason play in 2012 with a berth in the College Basketball Invitational. Martin helped recruit and develop 2012 Ivy League Player of the Year Zack Rosen while establishing himself as one of the conference's top recruiters and player developers.Martin began his coaching career at Brown as an assistant coach during the 2005-06 season before following head coach Glen Miller to Penn the following year.A 2004 Brown graduate, Martin was a four-year starting guard and co-captain for the Bears from 2000-04. He helped Brown post a 63-45 overall record and a school-record 39-17 Ivy League mark during his career while leading the Bears to four consecutive winning seasons and an NIT appearance in 2003. Martin finished his career ranked third in school history in three-point field goals (143), ninth in steals (113) and 10th in assists (232). Following graduation, he played professionally for Dart Killester in Ireland before beginning his coaching career.Martin is a member of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Regional Advisory Committee and was inducted into the New England Basketball Hall of Fame in the Perry category, recognizing distinguished achievement as both a player and coach.This article originally appeared on Wolverines Wire: Michigan basketball adds former Brown head coach Mike Martin

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Lionel Messi is "more mortal now", former England international Gary Pallister has told GOAL, with the Three Lions considered to be capable of ending Argentina's World Cup title defense. Thomas Tuchel's side are due to lock horns with the reigning champions on Wednesday, with questions already being asked of how best to contain an evergreen all-time great. Messi The GOAT Aiming To Defend His World Cup Title Despite being 39 years of age, eight-time Ballon dOr winner Messi has been showing no sign of slowing down. He may come into contention for Golden Ball No.9, with another global crown within sight after making history in MLS at current employers Inter Miami. The South American GOAT has plundered eight goals at the 2026 World Cup becoming the competition's all-time leading scorer as he remains an inspirational talisman for his country, and has surged beyond 200 caps. He guided Argentina, in Diego Maradona-esque fashion, to the most prestigious prize in football at Qatar 2022. Bellingham, Kane Have Been Starring For England England now block Messis path in an ongoing bid to go back-to-back, with the Three Lions seeing match winners of their own emerge in the form of record-setting captain Harry Kane and Galactico midfielder Jude Bellingham. They will be giving Argentina - players, coaches and supporters - sleepless nights, but will there also be some bleary eyes in the England camp? Tuchel and Co need to come up with a tactical plan that limits Messis impact on proceedings. How Do You Stop Messi? Is That Even Possible? Quizzed on whether that is possible, or if there needs to be acceptance that the mercurial No.10 will have his say at some point, ex-Three Lions defender Pallister - speaking in association with NetBet Sport - told GOAL: "Messi's not Messi of 10 years ago, I don't think. "Yes, he's still pivotal to Argentina, he's still the go-to man, but I don't think he can do the damage that he did when he was at his peak. I don't think he can waltz through teams like he used to. "He's still a wonderful technician. The goal he scored the other night [against Cape Verde] when he took it down with the outside of his foot and slammed it in the roof of the net was exquisite. "He can score goals. He is the team leader in that side. He was four years ago and he still is now. But I don't think hes the player he was when he was taking Barcelona to European Cups and La Liga titles. "Obviously he's still dangerous. He's more of a mortal now, I would say. He can be ingenious in those little small pockets, can manipulate the ball, can score a goal. "I don't think they'll man-mark him or anything like that. But he's a player that, obviously, you have to be aware of and try and nullify. We've been looking at the weaknesses of the England team, and that probably has been at the back. But I think we have too much for Argentina on the night. "I don't think that heat is going to be an issue. I think its being played indoors at the arena in Atlanta. I think the lads will be pleased about that. They'll be more comfortable with the environment. "I think there'll be a belief in that team that they can win that game. And let's hope Spain beat France, because I think they're the team of the tournament, France. I think they'll take some stopping." 2026 World Cup: Four Heavyweights In Semifinal Action France, with Kylian Mbapp topping the Golden Boot chart at present, are set to take on Spain 24 hours prior to England locking horns with Argentina. Whatever happens across both fixtures, an epic final showdown on the outskirts of New York will be lined up. Messi is hoping to be there, but so too are Kane, Bellingham and a pack of lions that are seeking to end 60 years of trophy-chasing hurt. Somebody is likely to produce a moment of magic in Atlanta that alters the course of the game, but it is yet to be determined who that will be and whether another iconic figure will join the likes of Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo in taking a "last dance" on the grandest of sporting stages.

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Leeds United Push Verbal Proposal For 40m Defender: Right Choice For Farke?The transfer window is heating up. Leeds United are pushing hard to wrap up their first major defensive signing of the summer, with Elland Road chiefs launching a formal verbal contract proposal to a highly rated Serie A star.Leeds United close in on major defensive target this summerAccording to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on X, the West Yorkshire club have jumped into pole position for the Bosnian international centre-back Tarik Muharemovi. It is a bold move. They want the deal finalised next week. Two rival top-flight teams are still breathing down their necks, but Leeds United are confident they can cross the finishing line before anyone else has a chance to hijack the transfer.Direct club-to-club talks with Italian side Sassuolo are already on the calendar to thrash out the financial structure. Crucially, the player wants the move to England. That gives Leeds a massive advantage in these negotiations.Why do the club need this defensive reinforcement?SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA JULY 01: Folarin Balogun #20 of the United States fouls Tarik Muharemovic #4 of Bosnia and Herzegovina which is later reviewed by VAR and awarded as a red card foul a during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on July 01, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)The 23-year-old defender had a brilliant breakthrough year in Italy. He clocked up 32 league appearances during the recent 2025/26 Serie A campaign, even chipping in with two vital goals. He is a proper unit. He is 1.92 metres tall. The towering centre-half commands his penalty box with real authority and handles physical forwards without breaking a sweat.He offers a rare combination of brute strength and composure on the ball. Muharemovi can pick a pass from deep, making him the perfect fit for the current tactical system. Then there is his recent international form. He put in some excellent displays at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, proving he can cope with elite attackers on the biggest stage.This looks like a brilliant piece of business. The current squad desperately lacks a tall, progressive defender who can dominate aerial duels and instantly launch quick counter-attacks.The European media are hinting at a price tag close to 40m. That is steep. A fee of around 30 million feels like the absolute limit for where he is in his development. Going over 35 million carries too much financial risk, and the recruitment team must stay disciplined. If Sassuolo demand an unrealistic fee, Leeds United should look elsewhere. The board have a clear shortlist of backup options ready. Getting this signature secured before pre-season ends gives the manager a massive asset for a tough Premier League campaign. Decisive action is needed now.

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Spain captain Rodri believes his side has what it takes to overcome France in their blockbuster World Cup semifinal clash in Dallas. The Manchester City midfielder is drawing confidence from recent victories over Les Bleus as La Roja aim to reach their first global final since 2010. Confidence In "La Roja" Camp Rodri is far from intimidated by the prospect of facing one of the tournament favorites. Speaking ahead of the semi-final at the AT&T Stadium, the Ballon d'Or winner highlighted Spains previous successes over Didier Deschamps' side to prove they belong on the same level. "France are one of the best teams here, in great form, but so are Spain. We can beat them, weve seen that at the Euros and in the Nations League," the captain explained. Success against France is nothing new for Rodri. He was part of the side that beat them in the 2015 Under-19 Euros semi-final, as well as the Euro 2024 semi-final and last summer's Nations League. "Luis de la Fuente hasnt changed at all," Rodri said of his long-time coach. "Thats where he began to build everything we see now." While many expect a repeat of last year's 5-4 thriller, the midfielder anticipates a tighter affair, noting: "World Cup matches are a different beast; I dont think it will be anywhere near as open." Managing The Lamine Yamal Hype A huge part of Spains tactical plan involves 19-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal. However, Rodri has called for his young teammate to find a balance between his explosive talent and the emotional demands of the biggest stage. "I think he needs to calm down a bit, that anxiety that sometimes he has to prove himself," Rodri admitted. "He's a very important player for us because of what he does with and without the ball, and he's a very intelligent guy. It's true that he's 19 years old and that we have to calm him down at certain moments of the game." Despite the lack of goals from the Barcelona prodigy so far this tournament, the leadership group remains fully supportive. Rodri praised the teenager's attitude, noting that he is a "role model" who is always willing to improve. "He's a boy who listens, who always wants to learn," the City star added. How Will France Respond To The Challenge? The confidence radiating from the Spanish camp has not gone unnoticed by their opponents. Speaking from the French base, Real Madrid's new defender Ibrahima Konate insisted Les Bleus are remaining humble and blocking out any external claims that they should be afraid. France are looking to avenge their Euro 2024 exit, but they are wary of focusing purely on Yamal when Spain possesses quality across the entire pitch. "France have great attacking qualities, but Id also highlight their defensive strength," Rodri noted in response to the tactical challenge ahead. "They defend well in a low block, theyre very physical, very aggressive. Well have to take the game to where we want it." The Weight Of Captaincy With established leaders like Dani Carvajal and lvaro Morata no longer in the squad, Rodri has embraced the full responsibility of the armband. It is a role he takes seriously both on and off the field, particularly when it comes to supporting those who haven't seen much game time during this World Cup run. "The figure of captain is important: leadership is vital on the pitch but especially off it," Rodri said. "At times of doubt, it is down to him to bring calm to the group." For Rodri, only one goal remains: lifting the famous trophy in the United States. Having already conquered Europe and won the Ballon d'Or, the World Cup represents the ultimate peak. "The highest thing you can aspire to," he remarked. "Thats the challenge, and its only been done once in history."

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