Head Coach
Tony Pujol
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tony Pujol | Head Men's Basketball Coach | tpujol@una.edu |
| Ahmad Smith | Associate Head Men's Basketball Coach | asmith72@una.edu |
| Drew Stutts | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | dpstutts@una.edu |
| Perin Foote | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | mfoote1@una.edu |
| Will Soucie | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach / Player Development | wsoucie@una.edu |
| Jalen Patton | Director of Basketball Operations | jpatton4@una.edu |
| Cam Madding | Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach | cmadding@una.edu |
About North Alabama Lions Basketball
North Alabama basketball offers student-athletes a solid blend of competitive basketball and academic rigor in a supportive collegiate environment. Head coach Tony Pujol has built a program committed to developing players both on the court and in the classroom within the ASUN Conference, which provides consistent mid-level Division I competition. The Lions play in an athletic conference featuring talented teams and experienced coaches, giving players exposure to quality opponents and improving their game against strong competition. North Alabama emphasizes player development, basketball fundamentals, and the importance of balancing athletic pursuits with meaningful academic progress. The program culture prioritizes professionalism and work ethic. Recruits seeking an opportunity to play Division I basketball at a program that values character and development should seriously consider reaching out to Coach Pujol and his staff to learn how they can contribute to the Lions' success.
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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.