Head Coach
Jake Morton
Program contact: Adam Braswell, Assistant Coach
abraswell@alcorn.edu
Verified 2026-08-02 from the program's own staff page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Braswell | Assistant Coach | abraswell@alcorn.edu |
| Devon Smith | Assistant Coach | devonsmith@alcorn.edu |
About Alcorn State Braves Basketball
Alcorn State Braves competes in D1 men's basketball within the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Head coach Jake Morton leads a staff that actively scouts exposure events and evaluates recruit film throughout the year. Getting on this program's radar means having your academic eligibility certified and your highlight film circulating at the right tournaments.
Learn how to get recruited to play college basketball and what D1 coaches need to see before making contact. A strong highlight film is often your first introduction to a staff.
What Recruits Should Know About Targeting Alcorn State Braves
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Alcorn State Braves's radar requires more than sending a generic email. It means having your film, eligibility paperwork, and academic transcripts ready before you make first contact.
Players who receive roster consideration at the D1 level demonstrate improvement over time, not just raw talent at a single event. A structured development program that tracks your progress and connects you with the right coaches can significantly accelerate your recruiting timeline.
Mental Toughness and Eligibility Guidance for D1 Recruiting
The recruiting process tests players mentally before they ever step on a college campus. Delayed responses from coaches, eligibility surprises, and the pressure of high-stakes showcases all challenge recruits in ways that go beyond the physical game. FCP's post-graduate program prepares players for the mental demands of recruiting at the D1 level, including how to handle rejection, stay focused during uncertainty, and communicate professionally with coaching staffs like Alcorn State Braves's.
We provide eligibility guidance, recruiting strategy sessions, and the mental skills training that separates players who sign from those who stall out during the process. Apply to FCP to get the full support system behind your recruitment.
Whether you're a current high school player exploring options through our high school program or a graduate looking for a post-grad year, FCP provides the coaching, competition, and college placement support to help you reach programs like Alcorn State Braves.
The Commitment Alcorn State Braves Respects
D1 coaches at programs like Alcorn State Braves extend offers to players who show commitment: to their development, their academics, and the process. FCP gives you the structure to demonstrate that commitment in every metric a coach evaluates.
Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-08-13.