Head Coach
John Shulman
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| John Shulman | Head Men's Basketball Coach | jshulman@uca.edu |
| Brock Widders | Associate Head Coach / General Manager | bwidders1@uca.edu |
| Max Shulman | Assistant Coach / Offensive Coordinator | mshulman1@uca.edu |
| Ryan Montgomery | Assistant Coach / Director of Player Development | rmontgomery@uca.edu |
| Drake Henderson | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | hhenderson8@uca.edu |
| Ivan Hadzic | Strength & Conditioning Coach | ihadzic@uca.edu |
About Central Arkansas Bears Basketball
Central Arkansas basketball competes in the ASUN Conference, offering student-athletes a genuine opportunity to play meaningful minutes at the collegiate level while earning a degree from a respected university in Conway. Head Coach John Shulman has built a program focused on development and competition within one of the nation's emerging mid-major conferences. The Bears provide a balanced student-athlete experience where academics are prioritized alongside basketball excellence. Players develop in a supportive environment that values work ethic, coachability, and character. The ASUN Conference offers consistent regional competition and postseason tournament opportunities that showcase talent against quality opponents. High school players seeking a place to grow both athletically and academically should reach out to Coach Shulman's staff to explore how Central Arkansas can help them achieve their college basketball goals while earning their degree in a welcoming community.
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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.