Head Coach
Mick Hedgepeth
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Mick Hedgepeth | Head Coach | meh1167@uah.edu |
| Josh Hentschel | Assistant Coach | jdh1513@uah.edu |
| Alex Mastin | Assistant Coach | sam0894@uah.edu |
About University of Alabama in Huntsville Basketball
The Gulf South Conference is experiencing a shift in competitiveness, and UAH is positioned as a program that competes within that changing landscape rather than dominating it. This matters because it creates real opportunities for guards and forwards who can contribute immediately without being squeezed into a pipeline behind five-star talent. Head coach John Shulman emphasizes ball movement and perimeter shooting, a system that rewards guards with high basketball IQ and forwards who can stretch defenses. The program values consistency over flash, which means role players who understand their assignments see steady minutes. UAH recruits from a regional footprint, so the coaching staff knows the talent pool intimately and builds relationships early with prep programs and junior colleges. Huntsville itself offers Division II basketball in a mid-sized city with growing professional infrastructure, not a college town, but not isolating either. The athletic department funds the program appropriately for the GSC, meaning travel is managed reasonably and facilities receive regular investment. The Gulf South isn't a path to high-major visibility, but it's a legitimate NCAA Division II home where a player can develop, earn a degree, and compete in the postseason. Shulman's staff recruits players willing to embrace team basketball and prove themselves in a conference where individual statistics matter less than winning. The gap between a recruit who gets offers and one who doesn't is rarely talent alone, it's preparation. Florida Coastal Prep specializes in exactly that bridge year. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com or reach out via /contact/.
D2 programs offer a compelling combination of competitive basketball and strong academics. Understanding the differences between D1, D2, and D3 helps you target the right fit, and coaches at this level respond well to personalized outreach using the right email approach.
What Recruits Should Know About Gulf South Conference Recruiting
D2 programs in the Gulf South Conference offer a balance of competitive basketball and academic opportunity. Coaches at this level recruit both locally and nationally, and they move quickly on players they evaluate. NCAA D2 athletic scholarships can be partial or full, and many programs package financial aid to make attendance financially feasible.
The D2 recruiting calendar runs parallel to D1 but with more flexibility. University of Alabama in Huntsville coaching staff evaluates prospects at regional and national tournaments, and they respond well to direct contact from players who have done their research on the program. Make sure your NCAA Eligibility Center account is active and your academic records are current before reaching out.
The Transfer Pathway Through D2 Programs Like University of Alabama in Huntsville
For players targeting University of Alabama in Huntsville 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 D2 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 D2 programs expect. Apply to FCP to start the process.
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 University of Alabama in Huntsville.
FCP Has Helped Players Reach Every Level, Including D2
Our track record of placing players at D2 programs is built one athlete at a time. FCP alumni compete across the country at programs with the same standards as University of Alabama in Huntsville. Your path starts with applying and committing to the process.
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.