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Sunrise/Sunset, Coos Bay, OR

Coos Bay, OR, Thursday, March 12, 2026 – Sunrise:  7:33 a.m., and Sunset:  7:19 p.m., offering, 11-hours & 46-minutes of daylight. 

Tides, Coos Bay, OR Estuary

Tides for the Coos Bay, OR Estuary, Thursday, March 12, 2026 – Low tide:  1:53 a.m., 3.79 ft.; High tide:  8:08 a.m., 6.2 ft.; Low tide:  3:57 p.m., 1.15 ft.; High tide:  11:17 p.m., 4.86 ft. 

CBPL Event

Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay, OR - Art with Tymberhavene, Thursday, March 12 in the Cedar Room. 6:00pm – 8:00pm.  Tymberhavene welcomes you to learn about pre 1600 arts and sciences.  Join them with your questions, projects, and enthusiasm.  Learn new skills, and meet your local SCA group.  Age Bracket: Everyone.

NBPL Events

North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend - Lapsit Storytime (Under 2), Every Thursday in March at 10:30 AM.  Enjoy stories, music, & play designed to encourage early literacy skills.  A Novel Idea Book Club, Thursday, March 12 at 2:30 PM.  Discuss The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.

Oregon State University Board of Trustees to meet March 12 and 13

By Sean Nealon, OSU release - CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Oregon State University Board of Trustees will meet March 12 and 13 to consider approving tuition and fee rates for the next school year and a 10-year capital forecast.  Board committees will meet from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 12 and the full board is scheduled to meet from 9:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. March 13. All meetings will take place in the Memorial Union Horizon Room.   Three board committees will meet on March 12. All committee meetings (after the first of the day) may start as much as 30 minutes before their published time.  The Executive, Audit and Governance Committee will meet from 8 to 9:05 a.m. and consider approving a progress report and hotline update from the Office of Audit, Risk and Compliance and hear a report about the university’s information technology ecosystem.  The Finance and Administration Committee will meet from 9:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. and consider approving tuition rates and fees, the 10-year capital forecast, a biennial capital project proposal to the state’s Higher Education Coordinating Commission, investment reports and an investment management review and internal bank report. The committee will also discuss the university’s strategic resource renewal program and hear reports on investment performance and financial aid.  The Academic Strategies Committee will meet from 2:10 to 4p.m. and hear briefings on academic programs and enrollment management.  Board meetings are open to the public and can be attended in person, on Zoom or on the phone by calling 1-888-475-4499 (meeting ID: 655 466 888), unless otherwise noted. Meeting agendas and materials are posted as they become available on the?board’s website.  The public comment period for the March 13 meeting of the full board is scheduled to begin at 10:45 a.m. There will also be a public comment period before the board votes on action items listed on the full board agenda. Public comment can be made in person, via Zoom or provided in writing at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting [email protected]. More detailed instructions are available here.  Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made by noon March 11 to [email protected] or Stacy Jeffries at 541-737-3449.

Transportation Commission to meet March 12 in Salem

ODOT release - SALEM — The Oregon Transportation Commission will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, March 12 at 9 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Gail Achterman Conference Room of the Transportation Building, 355 Capitol Street NE.  Items on the agenda include:  HB 3991 Update: An update on implementing HB 3991 and ODOT’s budget situation.  I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project Update: An informational update on the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project funding and progress.  I-205 Abernethy Bridge: An informational update on the I-205: I-5 to OR 213, Phase 1A project.  2027 Legislative Concept Development Update: Conduct an initial review and discussion of ODOT’s 2027 legislative concepts ahead of the 2027 legislative session.  STIP Amendments: Approve added, modified or canceled projects to the State wide Transportation Transportation Improvement Program.  Audit Accountability Committee: Approve the revised Internal Governance Policy to establish a new Audit Accountability Committee to oversee corrective actions on audit findings.  Meeting materials are available on the OTC Website.  How to watch or listen to the meeting.  Join the meeting via YouTube Livestream: www.youtube.com/c/OregonDOT (closed captioning provided). 

Snowy Plover Nesting Season Coming Up

OPRD release - Corvallis, OR – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department and Siuslaw National Forest remind visitors to the Oregon Coast that western snowy plover nesting season begins March 15 and runs through Sept. 15. Beachgoers can help recovery efforts for the threatened shorebird by observing recreation restrictions at designated plover beaches.  Sensitive plover nesting areas are identified on maps for the northern Oregon Coast and southern Oregon Coast. Western snowy plovers nest in dry sand above the high tide line and are often difficult to see because they camouflage well. To help protect these tiny shorebirds, please stay on wet sand and leave your dogs at home or at your campsite, even if they are leashed. Visitors may notice signs at trailheads with additional rules and limitations. There may be rope fencing in dry sand areas; this fencing delineates some, but not all, of the critical plover habitat that should be avoided.  Seasonal recreation restrictions have helped protect and recover the western snowy plovers living on Oregon’s beaches. Nests, and especially chicks, are well-hidden. During the nesting season, human disturbances can flush adult plovers away from their nests as they attempt to defend their young. Left alone too long, or too often, eggs or chicks can die from exposure and predators. Habitat loss from invasive plants and human disturbances—including litter and discarded food scraps that attract predators— also contribute to the birds’ decline.  Recreation restrictions occur only in designated plover management areas where plovers nest or might nest. These areas combined make up about 40 miles of Oregon's 362 miles of shoreline.  Reminders for recreation on designated plover beaches March 15 - Sept. 15:  The following are not permitted: dogs (even on a leash), driving a vehicle, riding a bicycle or e-bike, camping, burning wood, flying kites or operating drones.  Foot and equestrian traffic are permitted below the high-tide line on wet, hard packed sand.  Respect signs and barriers to protect nesting habitat.  The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listed western snowy plovers as a threatened species in 1993 when officials counted only 45 breeding adults. Populations have steadily increased since then due to ongoing efforts. Officials counted 546 during the breeding season survey in 2025.  "We appreciate visitors' support in keeping these shorebirds safe. We invite visitors to enjoy permitted recreation in sensitive areas or to recreate without seasonal restrictions on beaches not designated as plover nesting areas," said Laurel Hillmann, ocean shore specialist for the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.  More information on the snowy plover, including detailed maps of nesting sites, can be found on the Oregon State Parks website (oregon.gov/plovers) and on the Siuslaw National Forest website (fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/animals-plants/western-snowy-plover).  Visitors to the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area can review Off-highway Vehicle (OHV) maps to identify unrestricted recreation areas and information on riding motor vehicles on the sand at fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/recreation/rules-and-guidelines.

Ocean Salmon Fishing Season Alternatives - INFORMATION UPDATE

ODFW release - On March 9 the Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC) adopted a range of ocean salmon fishing season alternatives for the 2026 fishing year (May 16, 2026 - May 15, 2027). The alternatives also reflect any seasons in effect prior to May 16 as the impacts from those seasons are assessed in the development of the coming season. Interested individuals may provide comment on the proposed season alternatives including a mix of preferences between alternatives to the PFMC through several avenues.  First, you may attend the Newport, Oregon public hearing that starts at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. There is also an online option to attend this meeting. Second, you may submit written testimony up until April 6, 2026 via the PFMC's Public Comment Portal.  Third, you may register and testify on any of the PMFC's April Meeting agenda items for the meeting that is scheduled in Portland, OR from April 7-12. You may sign up and testify remotely at this link please make sure to review the FAQ on how to testify including timeframes and how to connect using the RingCentral app.

You may review the PFMC adopted salmon season alternatives at the following links:  Graphic representation of the sport alternatives for Oregon  PFMC alternatives regulation table

Be Alert for Landslides and Debris Flows Across Northwest Oregon

News Release from Oregon Dept. of Geology and Mineral Industries - Portland, OR—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Northwest Oregon from 5 PM Wednesday (3/11/2026) through Friday evening (3/13/2026). Heavy rainfall from a forecasted atmospheric river event may result in landslides and debris flows in areas of steep terrain, as well as debris flows in and near burned areas from recent wildfires. The watch area includes the Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, Clatsop County Coast, East Central Willamette Valley, East Portland Metro, Inner Portland Metro, Lower Columbia River, North Oregon Coast Range, North Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Outer Southeast Portland Metro, Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain, Tillamook County Coast, Tualatin Valley, West Central Willamette Valley, West Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor and West Columbia River Gorge of Oregon above 500 ft.  Find the latest information here: https://www.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=pqr&wwa=all  Debris flows are rapidly moving, extremely destructive landslides. They can contain boulders and logs transported in a fast-moving soil and water slurry down steep hillsides and through narrow canyons. They can easily travel a mile or more. A debris flow moves faster than a person can run. People, structures, and roads located below steep slopes in canyons and near the mouths of canyons may be at serious risk.  If your home, work, or travel route is in a watch area:  Stay alert. Track the flood watch by radio, TV, weather radio, or online. If told to evacuate, do so immediately.  Listen. Unusual sounds might indicate moving debris, such as trees cracking or boulders knocking together. A trickle of falling mud or debris may precede larger landslides. If you think there is danger of a landslide, leave immediately.  Watch the water. If water in a stream or creek suddenly turns muddy or the amount of water flowing suddenly decreases or increases, this is a warning that the flow has been affected upstream. You should immediately leave the area because a debris flow may soon be coming downstream.  Travel with extreme caution. Assume roads are not safe. Be alert when driving, especially at night. Embankments along roadsides may fail, sending rock and debris onto the road.  For more landslide and debris flow information: https://www.oregon.gov/dogami/landslide/Pages/debrisflow.aspx

DEQ issues enforcement order, $3 million civil penalty to Coffin Butte Landfill for air quality violations

DEQ release - Corvallis — The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an enforcement order to Valley Landfills Inc. today that includes a civil penalty of more than $3 million for air quality violations at Coffin Butte Landfill north of Corvallis.  DEQ’s order alleges that Valley Landfills Inc. – a subsidiary of Republic Services – failed to monitor, capture, and control landfill gas emissions as required under both federal and state law. Landfill gas is regulated because it includes hazardous air pollutants that may harm human health, contributes to odors, and is comprised mostly of methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change.  The exact amount of the civil penalty is $3,016,128. Most of the civil penalty – $2,265,528 – represents the economic benefit that Valley Landfills gained by avoiding the following costs:  Surface emissions monitoring.  Installing new landfill gas collection wells in response to exceedances of standards.  Installing and operating adequate and consistent landfill gas controls.  Preparing an amended design plan.  Monitoring and repairing the landfill cover.  The order requires Valley Landfills to complete multiple corrective actions to more effectively manage landfill gas. If Valley Landfills completes the corrective actions, DEQ will consider recalculating some of the avoided costs as delayed, which will reduce the civil penalty.  The enforcement order, issued by DEQ’s Office of Compliance and Enforcement, follows the pre-enforcement notice that DEQ’s air quality program issued on Nov. 6, 2025. Valley Landfills has 20 days to appeal the order. If there is an appeal, then the corrective action deadlines in the order will be stayed pending final resolution of the case.   “Landfills produce significant amounts of methane, which is a driver of climate change,” said DEQ Office of Compliance and Enforcement Manager Erin Saylor. “Landfill gas also contains hazardous air pollutants and odors that may impact human welfare. This order addresses violations of state and federal laws that are intended to mitigate these risks to human health and the environment and sets out DEQ’s expectations for Coffin Butte Landfill to return to compliance.”  This action is the result of a multi-year compliance investigation by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and DEQ. EPA formally referred the case to DEQ for enforcement in October 2025.  DEQ’s Air Quality program plans to renew Valley Landfill’s air permit this spring. The draft Title V permit has more stringent requirements that are reflected in the enforcement action and there will be an opportunity for the public to comment during the permit renewal process.  For more information about DEQ’s regulation of the landfill visit our Coffin Butte Landfill web page.

Oregon Environmental Quality Commission to meet Thursday, March 12, Portland and via Zoom

DEQ release - The Oregon Environmental Quality Commission's next public meeting is Thursday, March 12, 9 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at DEQ Headquarters, 700 NE Multnomah Street, Portland, 3rd-floor conference room, with a virtual option via Zoom.  Members of the public are invited to attend in person or remotely. Visit the EQC meeting agenda webpage for Zoom access details, the full agenda and meeting materials. Public Forum, held at every EQC meeting, is scheduled at 10:40 a.m. Attendees may provide brief comments, two minutes or less, on environmental and public health issues relevant to DEQ and EQC. Sign-ups to comment open shortly before the forum. The commission cannot accept comments on the following proposed rules during this forum: EV Rebates 2026 Rulemaking and Water Quality Fees 2026. For additional information, visit the EQC meeting agenda webpage.

Assault, Seven Devils Road, Bandon

CCSO release - Date/Time:  March 11^th, 2026, 9:11 p.m.; Case #: S2026-00372; Classification:  Assault IV (D), Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Strangulation; Location: 59981 Seven Devils Road, Bandon, Oregon 97411; Suspect(s): Robert L. Schnur (34); Summary:  On March 11^th, 2026, at 911 p.m., deputies responded to 59981 Seven Devils Road, Bandon, Oregon, after receiving a report of a woman being held against her will at the location.  During an investigation, it was learned that Robert L. Schnur (34) from Bandon had fled on foot prior to law enforcement's arrival. K9 Cena tracked and located Mr. Schnur hiding on top of a dilapidated motorhome with a 12-gauge shotgun pointed in the direction of Deputies who were investigating the case and interviewing a witness.  After the investigation, Robert L. Schnur (34) was arrested on the charges of Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Assault IV (D), Strangulation, and violation of a no-contact agreement.

 Warrant

According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 10, 1:23 p.m., 2400 block Maple Leaf, “warrant service,”  on 23-year old Keenen Douglas Smith charging FTA on DWS, “cited in lieu of custody.”

Illegal Camping, NB

According to an entry on the NBPD log for March 10, 4:22 a.m., 1611 Virginia Ave., Pony Village Mall, “illegal camping.”  At 5:56 p.m., 2100 block Union Ave., “illegal camping.”  At 6:53 p.m., 1800 block Union Ave., “illegal camping.”  At 7:21 p.m., 1800 block Union Ave., “illegal camping as result of found property,” 54-year old Trevor Stephon Fero charged with Prohibited Camping, “released on citation.”  At 9:50 p.m., 1800 block Union Ave., “illegal camping.”  AT 11:03 p.m., 1900 Virginia Ave., Knutson’s Carpet Hut, “illegal camping.”  At 11:12 p.m., 2265 Newmark St., Kozy Kitchen, “illegal camping.”  At 11:37 p.m., 2265 Newmark St., Kozy Kitchen, “illegal camping.”

Illegal Camping, CB

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 10, 6:25 a.m., 4^th & Lockhart, “illegal camping.”  At 6:47 a.m., 300 block So. 6^th St., “illegal camping.”  At 6:53 a.m., Anderson & 3^rd, “illegal camping,” 68-year old David Fitzhenry & 39-year old Don Boyd, both “Ticket.”  At 6:59 a.m., 525 Anderson Ave., CBPL, “illegal camping.  At 7:06 a.m., 100 block Anderson Ave., “illegal camping,” 49-year old Jason King, “Ticket.”  AT 7:24 a.m., 400 W. Anderson Ave., “illegal camping,” 50-year old Lamont DeRoss, “Ticket.”  AT 8:13 a.m., 705 So. Empire Blvd., American Market, “illegal camping.”:  At 8:44 a.m., Star of Hope, Newmark Ave., Empire, “illegal camping.”  At 8:49 a.m., So. Schoneman & Salmon, “illegal camping,” 48-year old Kimberly Roth “Ticket.”  At 11:16 a.m., 200 block So. Broadway, “illegal camping,” 56-year od Gregory Kuehne, 68-year old David Fitzhenry, & 39-year old Don Boyd, all received “Ticket.”  At 7:18 p.m., Michigan & So. Wall, “illegal camping.”

Unlawful Vehicles, CB

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 10, 6:25 a.m., 300 block No. 2^nd St., “unlawful vehicle.”  At 9:14 a.m., 1100 block Fenwick St., “unlawful vehicle.”  AT 9:14 a.m., 5^th & Hall, “unlawful vehicle.”  At 9:511 a.m., So. 2^nd & Lockhart, “unlawful vehicle.”

Warrant

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 10, 6:50 a.m., 525 Anderson Ave., CBPL, “result of patrol check,” 39-year old Dallan Joal Annon arrested on CBPD warrant charging Criminal Trespass I & Theft III, “Annon lodged CCJ.”

Disorderly Conduct

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 10, 9:34 a.m., Elrod & 12^th, “disorderly conduct,” 28-year old Joseph Linh Lisby charged with Disorderly Conduct II, “Lusby transported to CCJ.”

UEMV

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 10, 800 block Arago Ave., “unlawful entry into MV.”

Arrest

According to an entry on the CBPD log for march 10, 12:24 p.m., 100 block So. Wall St., “result of follow up,” 35-year old Deven Lee Dunn charged with NBPD PC on DWS-Misdemeanor, “Dunn cited in lieu of custody.”

Warrant

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 10, 12:56 p.m., 1000 block Newmark Ave., 23-year old Diego Martine Whitney arrested on Oregon State Parole Board warrant charging Parole Violation No Bail; and, NBPD warrant for FTA on Theft II, Felon in Possession of a Weapon, Carrying a Concealed Weapon; additional charge of False Info to Police, Felon Possess Restricted Weapon, Probation Violation, “Whitney lodged CCJ.”

Counterfeit

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 10, 2:05 p.m., 300 block So. 4^th St., VP Racing Fuel, “counterfeit money.”

Warrant

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 10, 2:42 p.m., 1360 Airport Ln., North Bend, OSP Coos Bay Command, John Thomas Twyman arrested on OSP warrant charging FTA on FTA II, also CBPD warrant for FTA on two-counts Menacing, Harassment, Criminal Mischief, and two-counts Disorderly Conduct.

Wanted

According to an entry on the CBPD log for March 11, 4:27 a.m., 190 Johnson Ave., Dominos Pizza, “located wanted subject as result of persons contact,” 38-year old Natasha Lynn Foskitt arrested on CBPD warrant charging Felon in Possession of a Restricted Weapon & Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, “arrested and transported CCJ.”

WX

Hazardous Sea Warning along the South Oregon Coast.  Steady light rain this morning, showers continuing into the afternoon with highs in the mid 50s and winds from the South to Southwest at 10-15 mph.  Cloudy tonight with lows around 50 and winds continue from the South to Southwest at 5-10 mph.  Showers in the  morning on Friday, then cloudy in the afternoon with highs in the upper 50s and winds out of the South to Southwest at 10-20 mph. 

Sports

OSAA 4A BXB Tournament

The OSAA/OnPoint Community Credit Union 4A Boys’ & Girls’ State Basketball Tournaments get underway Thursday afternoon at Forest Grove HS.  In the girl’s bracket, Joe Moran Court, 1:30 p.m., No. 9 Philomath opens against No. 1 Stayton.  Henley & Marist Catholic at 5:15 p.m., St. Helens & Seaside at 6:30 p.m. and Cascade & Baker at 8:15 p.m.  The Boy’s bracket in the Viking Gym has No. 8 La Grande & No. 1 Scappoose in the opener at 1:30 p.m., followed by St. Helens & Madras at 3:15 p.m.  Marist Catholic & Molalla at 6:30 p.m. and Hidden Valley & Estacada at 8:15 p.m.   The 5A tournament also begins Thursday afternoon at Linfield College, McMinnville. 

Prep BB Poll

The first prep baseball poll for the 2026 season has been released.  In the 4A classification, Marist Catholic is No. 1, followed by Henley, Pendleton/Nixyaawii, Junction City, Scappoose, Philomath, Molalla, La Grande, Tillamook and Stayton at No. 10.  In the 3A, Cascade Christian is No.1, followed by Taft at No. 2, Warrenton at No. 5, & Brookings-Harbor at No. 8.  Myrtle Pt. is No. 6 in the 2A/1A.  Thurston tops the 5A & So. Salem is No. 1 in the 6A Classification. 

SWOCC Sports

Southwestern’s baseball doubleheader at Mt. Hood on Wednesday, cancelled.  Next game with Clackamas, Wednesday, March 18, moved to SWOCC.

OSU sb

Oregon State’s softball team dropped a non-conference game Wednesday, March 11, to visiting Penn State, 3-1, Kelly Field, Corvallis.  The Beaver (10-18) host Weber State in a doubleheader, Friday, March 13, 3:00 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.  The two will also play on Saturday, noon. 

UO bb

Oregon’s baseball game completed a two-game sweep of visiting Xavier, 6-3, Wednesday, PK Park, Eugene.  The Ducks (2-1, 14-3) return to Big 10 Conference play at home beginning today against visiting Indiana.  Friday, 4:05 p.m., Saturday, 2:05 p.m. and Sunday, 12:35 pm., all televised on the B1G+ Network.

New OSU MBXB Coach

OSU release - CORVALLIS – Justin Joyner has been named the next head coach of the Oregon State men's basketball team, Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Barnes announced on Wednesday.  "It is vitally important that we create momentum and an upward trajectory for this program," Barnes said. "Our move to the new Pac-12 demands a leader like Justin who has an unmatched commitment, passion and energy. Justin will build a men's basketball program all of Beaver Nation will be proud of. He is a relentless competitor and has a great pedigree, having coached under some of nation's best coaches. He is a skilled communicator who prioritizes connecting with the student athlete and advancing their holistic development. These qualities along with a strong recruiting acumen and record of success in player development makes Justin the right leader at this critical time in the program's history."  "Coach Joyner's record of achievement and his extensive experience in winning programs position Oregon State's men's basketball program to excel as we launch the new Pac-12 Conference," OSU President Jayathi Murthy said. "I am delighted to welcome him to OSU and to support the program's future success."  Joyner will come to Oregon State following two seasons as an assistant coach at Michigan under head coach Dusty May. The Wolverines are currently 29-2 on the year, and are ranked No. 3 in the AP poll. Joyner helped guide Michigan to a Big Ten conference regular season title, and the No. 1 seed in the conference tournament.  "I'm deeply grateful for the opportunity to coach Oregon State Men's Basketball," Joyner said. "Joining an athletic department that aligns with my beliefs and values is a dream come true. I am very thankful to Athletic Director Scott Barnes and President Murthy for this special opportunity. My wife Tracy and our daughter Weslee are excited to ingrain ourselves into the University and the Corvallis community whole heartedly. I come to Oregon State ready to empower our student athletes to chase greatness both on and off the court. Go Beavs!"  Overall, Joyner has a record of 56-12 in his two years at Michigan. The Wolverines finished the 2024-25 season tied for second in the Big Ten on their way to winning the conference tournament. Michigan proceeded to beat UC San Diego and Texas A&M in the NCAA Tournament before falling to No. 1 seed Auburn in the Sweet 16. Vladislav Goldin and Danny Wolf earned 2025 All-Big Ten Honors.  "Justin has one of the best young minds in coaching," said May. "His ability to teach the game, connect with players and build a program the right way makes him a tremendous fit at Oregon State. He sacrificed a lot over the last two years to help build what we have at Michigan, and we are incredibly grateful. We're excited for this opportunity for Justin, Tracy and Weslee, and I know he's going to do a terrific job leading the Beavers."  Coach Joyner will be introduced in a press conference in Corvallis on Monday.  Joyner's appointment is contingent on the completion of all university hiring processes.  Prior to his time at Michigan, Joyner spent seven seasons on the Saint Mary's coaching staff, under legendary head coach Randy Bennett.  Bennett appointed Joyner as the associate head coach for the 2022-23 campaign after four successful seasons as an assistant and one as director of operations. During his two-years as associate head coach, Joyner played a crucial role, guiding the Gaels to an impressive 53-16 record. He helped the team win two West Coast Conference (WCC) regular season titles, the 2024 WCC Tournament title, and made two consecutive appearances in the NCAA Tournament. The Gaels also recorded a WCC Tournament title in 2019 with Joyner as an assistant coach.  "Justin Joyner has many outstanding qualities, but the two that I believe will be keys to success at Oregon State are his recruiting ability and his competitiveness," Bennett said. "Justin has a strong ability to recruit high level talent, and that should continue in Corvallis. Justin has also won at every level he's played and coached at, and that drives his competitiveness and his hunger to win."   During Joyner's seven seasons under Bennett, the Gaels achieved a 171-60 record, with an 83-24 mark in WCC play. The team had six seasons with 20 or more wins, including a 30-6 mark in the 2017-18 campaign. Overall, Saint Mary's maintained a winning percentage of nearly 75 percent during Joyner's tenure.  Saint Mary's made six postseason trips with Joyner on staff, including four NCAA Tournament appearances. The Gaels made two appearances in the NIT in 2018 and 2021, advancing to the quarterfinals in 2018.