Head Coach
Kevin Johnson
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Kevin Johnson | Head Men's Basketball Coach | kevin.johnson08@sus.edu |
| Jethro Hillman | Assistant Coach | Recruiting Coordinator | jethro.hillman@sus.edu |
| Phillip Shumpert | Assistant Coach | phillip.shumpert@sus.edu |
| Shembari Phillips | Assistant Coach | shembari.phillips@sus.edu |
| Laramie Immel | Director of Strength & Conditioning | laramie.immel@sus.edu |
| Rodney Kirschner | Deputy Athletic Director (FB, WBB, BOWLING, MBB, BSB) | Director of Media Relations | Director of Strategic Communicatio | rodney.kirschner@sus.edu |
About Southern Jaguars Basketball
Southern Jaguars's men's basketball program competes at the D1 level as part of the Southwestern Athletic Conference. The program is currently under the direction of Kevin Johnson. Like all D1 programs, the coaching staff recruits players who show improvement on film, academic readiness, and a track record at competitive 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 Southern Jaguars
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Southern Jaguars'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 Southern Jaguars. 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 Southern Jaguars.
Targeting Southern Jaguars?
FCP coaches understand what D1 programs like Southern Jaguars look for in a recruit. We build players' film, exposure, and eligibility profiles to match exactly what coaches at this level need to see before making an offer.
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.