After 19 transformative years leading Radford University Athletics, Robert Lineburg is stepping down — leaving behind a legacy of championship success, facility upgrades, and a winning culture. Under his guidance, Radford captured 27 Big South titles, 24 tournaments, and 33 NCAA appearances, while 36 coaches earned Big South Coach of the Year honors and over 30 student-athletes earned All-American status. A former college basketball coach and son of a legendary high school coach, Lineburg’s passion for student-athlete success reshaped the program. President Bret Danilowicz called him the “heart and soul” of Radford Athletics. Lineburg will retire Dec. 31, 2026, with Deputy Director Cory Durand stepping in as interim leader.

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Radford men’s basketball survived a heart-stopping 76-75 loss to Winthrop, thanks to a buzzer-beating three-pointer — but it came at a steep cost. Del Jones lit up the scoreboard with 25 points and 8 rebounds, while the whole team scored, but 19 turnovers handed Winthrop 21 points. Radford won the rebounding battle (31-28) and shot 75% from the line, but couldn’t hold off a late-game surge. After Jones’ clutch three and and-one, Winthrop’s final free throw sealed the win. Up next: High Point this weekend — weather permitting.

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Radford’s men’s basketball team heads to Rock Hill for a high-stakes Big South showdown against Winthrop, two of the league’s top squads with tight head-to-head history. With Radford’s Del Jones and Frederik Erichsen on fire and Winthrop’s Logan Duncomb dominating, this matchup promises fireworks—especially as both teams chase the conference’s top spot and are riding hot streaks. Expect a barnburner as Radford’s shooting prowess meets Winthrop’s relentless defense.

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Del Jones and Frederik Erichsen are lighting up the Big South with major honors—Jones named Co-Player of the Week after dropping 52 points in two wins, including a buzzer-beating game-winner against Longwood, while Erichsen earns Freshman of the Week for his clutch scoring and defense. It’s Radford’s third and fourth weekly awards this season, joining Dennis Parker Jr.’s two honors—a first since 2017-18—and the Highlanders are riding high in the standings with big matchups ahead against Winthrop and High Point.

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The Highlanders started strong but crumbled in the second half, falling 93-83 to High Point after giving up 24 free throws and 19 points off 18 turnovers. Del Jones led the charge with over 20 points, but five players scoring in double figures wasn’t enough to overcome a foul-riddled second half. Meanwhile, Charleston Southern battled back from an 18-point deficit, Gardner-Webb earned their first D-I win at home, and the Highlanders hit the road next, starting with a trip to South Carolina.

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Radford men’s basketball is primed for a high-stakes showdown against High Point this Friday night, with the game moved to 7 PM and broadcast on ESPN Plus — a critical chance to snap a seven-game losing streak in the series. The Highlanders, fresh off a dominant season, are led by a balanced offense and are the Big South’s preseason favorite, while Radford’s sophomore guard Del Jones has been a bright spot, averaging over 21 points and shooting 50% from the field. Fans can catch both men’s and women’s games — with women’s ticket holders gaining entry to the men’s contest — as Radford looks to turn the tide against a formidable foe in their 61st all-time meeting.

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Radford hoops just moved up a day—women’s game at 4:30 PM, men’s at 7 PM on Friday, Jan. 23, to dodge nasty weather. Both stream on ESPN+ and tickets from Saturday still work. Plus, women’s ticket gets you free men’s admission—smart move for fans.

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Brandon Miller, the new Director of Basketball Performance for the Radford Highlanders, is set to revolutionize athlete development for both men’s and women’s basketball ahead of the 2026-27 season. With a proven track record from his three years at West Texas A&M — where he helped lead championship programs in basketball, track, and cross country — Miller brings elite strength and conditioning expertise, plus a passion for mentoring future coaches through his internship initiatives. His journey, from volunteer assistant at Iowa to assistant roles at McKendree and SIUE, underscores a steady climb in the coaching world — and Radford is betting big on his ability to elevate their programs both physically and mentally.

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