Head Coach
Kory Barnett
Program contact: Kory Alford, Associate Head Coach
kalford@oru.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kory Alford | Associate Head Coach | kalford@oru.edu |
| Van Green | Assistant Coach | vangreen@oru.edu |
| Donovan Williams | Assistant Coach | dowilliams@oru.edu |
| Will Saxon | Assistant Coach | wsaxon@oru.edu |
| Isaac Green | Assistant Coach | igreen@oru.edu |
| Steve Upshaw | General Manager | supshaw@oru.edu |
| Max Zwerner | Basketball Staff | mazwerner@oru.edu |
About Oral Roberts Golden Eagles Basketball
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles is a D1 program in the Summit League. Head coach Kory Barnett oversees player development and recruiting for the program. Players targeting this program need to show they can compete at the D1 level through consistent film, clean eligibility, and verified exposure tournament results.
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 Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Oral Roberts Golden Eagles'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.
Skill Development That Meets D1 Standards
Talent alone doesn't get you to Oral Roberts Golden Eagles. You need to demonstrate skills within a system that translates directly to the D1 game. FCP's post-graduate program is built around skill development that mirrors college-level demands: off-ball movement, defensive positioning, late-game decision making, and the conditioning to play 30+ minutes at pace.
Players who graduate from FCP arrive at D1 programs ready to compete immediately, not just practice. Apply to FCP or explore our Spartan Training program to see the development model we use.
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 Oral Roberts Golden Eagles.
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a D1 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when Oral Roberts Golden Eagles's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.
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.