Head Coach
Rick Cabrera
Program contact: Anthony Figueroa, Associate Head Coach
figueroaa@nsula.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Figueroa | Associate Head Coach | figueroaa@nsula.edu |
| Luke Darst | Assistant Coach | darstl@nsula.edu |
| Hayden Harkins | Assistant Coach | harkinsh@nsula.edu |
| Jason Pugh | Basketball Staff | pughj@nsula.edu |
| Emily Zering | Basketball Staff | zeringe@nsula.edu |
About Northwestern State Demons Basketball
Northwestern State Demons fields a men's basketball program in D1 as a member of the Southland Conference. The program is led by head coach Rick Cabrera, who shapes a roster built through active recruiting. Coaches at D1 programs evaluate players on the quality of their game film, their academic eligibility status, and the competitive caliber of the events they've played in.
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 Northwestern State Demons
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Northwestern State Demons'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.
The Transfer Pathway Through D1 Programs Like Northwestern State Demons
For players targeting Northwestern State Demons as a stepping stone to a higher level, FCP's post-graduate program provides the development foundation and eligibility clarity needed to maximize every transfer opportunity. We understand how D1 coaches evaluate transfer candidates, and we prepare our players accordingly.
Whether you're coming out of high school or looking to transfer up after a year at a lower level, FCP builds the film profile and academic standing that D1 programs expect. Apply to FCP to start the process.
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Don't Wait to Start Your Path to Northwestern State Demons
Every month without structured development is a month where other recruits are improving their film, clearing eligibility, and building coach relationships. FCP players don't wait. They arrive at D1 evaluations already prepared for what programs like Northwestern State Demons require.
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.