Dickinson State University Men's Basketball

Derek Selvig enters his sixth season as the head men’s basketball coach at Dickinson State University, coming off his most successful season in 2024–25. He led the Blue Hawks to their first NSAA regular season and tournament championships in 20 years and was named North Star Athletic Association Coach of the Year. Under Selvig’s leadership, the Blue Hawks became the league’s top defensive team while also ranking among the most efficient offenses in the conference. Throughout his tenure, Selvig has developed numerous All-Conference players. In 2024–25, senior guard Kose Egbule was named NAIA Third Team All-American, NSAA Player of the Year, and First Team All-Conference. Senior guard John Evans earned his third career All-Conference selection, also landing on the First Team. Junior forward Cordell Stinson was named to the Second Team All-Conference and NSAA All-Defense Team, while senior guard Trey Stevens earned Second Team honors and senior guard Aidan Fishell received Honorable Mention. Before taking over at Dickinson State, Selvig served as an assistant coach at Montana Tech University (2016–2019), where he helped guide the Orediggers to their most wins in two decades, back-to-back winning seasons, and the program’s first victory over an NCAA Division I opponent. Selvig’s coaching career followed a successful playing career. He played professionally in Gotha, Germany, with the BiG Oettinger Rockets before returning to the U.S. as an assistant coach at Billings West High School in Montana. As a player, Selvig starred at the University of Montana (2007–2012), where the 7-foot power forward helped lead the Grizzlies to back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances. He finished his career with 844 points, 560 rebounds, and a 40 percent career shooting mark from three-point range. A native of Glendive, Montana, Selvig was a standout at Dawson County High School, where he led the team to a 44–4 record during his junior and senior seasons under the coaching of his father, Doug. He was a four-time state tournament qualifier, the 2007 Montana Gatorade Player of the Year, and ranked among the top 150 high school players nationally. Derek resides in Dickinson, North Dakota, with his wife, Maddie. Year-by-Year Head Coaching Record – Dickinson State Men’s Basketball Season Record 2020–2021 9–16 2021–2022 8–20 2022–2023 15–15 2023–2024 17–13 2024–2025 19–11 Total 68–75

Jacob Owsley enters his second season as assistant men’s basketball coach at Dickinson State University. In 2024–25, he helped lead the Blue Hawks to one of their most successful campaigns in recent history, finishing with a 19–11 record and capturing both the North Star Athletic Association regular-season and tournament championships. Prior to joining Dickinson State, Owsley served as an assistant coach at Rocky Mountain College, where he also led the developmental men’s basketball team. His earlier coaching experience includes working with freshman teams at Missoula Big Sky High School and Florence-Carlton High School. Owsley began his coaching career as a student assistant at Montana Western under longtime head coach Steve Keller. As a player at Montana Western, Owsley earned NAIA Second Team All-American honors, along with First Team and Second Team All-Conference selections. He was a key contributor to the Bulldogs’ Frontier Co-Conference Championship team in 2011–12, which advanced to the Sweet 16 of the NAIA National Tournament. He also played a central role in Montana Western’s 2012–13 run to the Elite Eight.

Drew Rippingham enters his first season as a graduate assistant with the Dickinson State University men’s basketball program and his fourth year in collegiate coaching. Prior to joining the Blue Hawks, Rippingham spent one season as a student assistant and two seasons as a volunteer assistant at Western Oregon University. A former collegiate guard, Rippingham played at both Western Oregon and Lassen Community College. While at Lassen, he earned Second Team All-Conference honors, averaging 11 points per game and shooting 42 percent from three-point range. His sharp shooting and leadership on the court translated naturally into coaching, where he is known for his high energy, strong communication, and commitment to player development. At Dickinson State, Rippingham brings a passion for the game and a focus on helping student-athletes excel both on and off the court. His experience at multiple collegiate levels and dedication to teaching the game make him a valuable addition to the Blue Hawk coaching staff.