Head Coach
Pat Duquette
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pat Duquette | Head Coach | patrick_duquette@uml.edu |
| Matt Graves | Assistant Coach | matthew_graves@uml.edu |
| Bryan Dougher | Assistant Coach | bryan_dougher@uml.edu |
| Octavius Hinnant | Assistant Coach | octavius_hinnant@uml.edu |
| Nick Schmidt | Assistant Coach | nicholas_schmidt@uml.edu |
| Marcus Williams | Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance | marcus_williams@uml.edu |
| Neil Ehlers | Associate Athletic Trainer | neil_ehlers@uml.edu |
| Alison Quandt Westgate | Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Excellence | alison_quandtwestgate@uml.edu |
About UMass Lowell River Hawks Basketball
UMass Lowell basketball competes in the America East Conference, offering student-athletes a rigorous academic environment at a respected institution in Massachusetts. Head coach Pat Duquette leads a program committed to developing well-rounded players who excel both on the court and in the classroom. The River Hawks play competitive Division I basketball within a conference known for talented rosters and quality competition. The program emphasizes a winning culture built on discipline, hard work, and accountability while maintaining high academic standards for all athletes. Lowell provides excellent facilities and support services designed to help players succeed during their collegiate careers. Student-athletes benefit from coaching staff expertise and a strong tradition of player development. High school players seeking a balance between serious basketball competition and a quality education in a supportive team environment should reach out to Coach Duquette's staff to explore what UMass Lowell basketball can offer their future.
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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.