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About UAB Blazers Basketball
The UAB Blazers compete in the American Conference, one of college basketball's most competitive mid-major leagues featuring tournament-caliber programs and NBA talent development. Located in Birmingham, Alabama, UAB offers student-athletes access to a rigorous academic environment within a research-focused university committed to balancing excellence on and off the court. Head Coach Andy Kennedy brings extensive coaching experience and a proven track record of player development to the program. The Blazers emphasize a team-oriented culture that prioritizes both individual growth and collective success. Recruits joining UAB gain exposure to high-level competition, professional coaching instruction, and a supportive community invested in their basketball and academic development. High school players serious about competing at an elite mid-major level while pursuing meaningful education should reach out to Coach Kennedy's staff to learn how the Blazers program can shape their future both athletically and academically.
Competing at the D1 level means your recruitment timeline, film quality, and academic eligibility all need to align precisely. Learn how to get recruited to play college basketball and what it really takes to earn a look from a program at this level. Once you're in contact, a strong highlight film is the single most important asset you can send a coaching staff.
What Recruits Should Know About Targeting UAB Blazers
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on UAB Blazers'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.
Film Preparation: Getting Ready for UAB Blazers's Coaching Staff
D1 coaches don't have time to watch unorganized raw footage — they need a film package that immediately shows what you can do in a system that mirrors college-level play. FCP's post-grad program builds your highlight film through a structured competitive schedule against opponents that D1 coaches recognize, so your footage carries real weight when it arrives in their inbox.
We coach players on exactly how to present their film to programs like UAB Blazers, including timing, format, and the specific moments coaches focus on. Apply now to start building footage worth sending.
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 UAB Blazers.
Build the Profile UAB Blazers Coaches Want to See
Coaches at D1 programs aren't just looking for talent — they're looking for the right film, academic eligibility, and competitive résumé. FCP gives you all three, structured around the evaluation standards that programs like UAB Blazers use every recruiting cycle.
Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated April 2026