Cameron Turner has been officially named the head basketball coach at Alaska Anchorage, as announced by acting athletic director Tanya Pont. Turner, a former UAA assistant from 2011 to 2017, returns after establishing a strong coaching record at Eastern Arizona College, where he led both men's and women's teams to success. His tenure includes impressive accomplishments, such as winning back-to-back Arizona Community College Athletic Conference titles. Turner expressed excitement about returning to UAA and aims to build on the program's legacy by developing high-character student-athletes and competing at a championship level.

By the Numbers
  • Turner accumulated a 95-32 (.748) record as EAC's men's coach over the past four years.
  • He led the EAC monsters to consecutive titles and recorded 28 wins, third-most in NJCAA.
State of Play
  • Turner is the seventh head coach in UAA history, succeeding retired Coach Rusty Osborne.
  • Turner previously assisted at UAA, contributing to a 116-60 overall record during his tenure.
What's Next

Turner will focus on recruiting talent and enhancing player development as he aims to elevate the Alaska Anchorage basketball program to new heights. He plans to leverage his past experiences to achieve success in the GNAC and beyond.

Bottom Line

Cameron Turner鈥檚 return to Alaska Anchorage as head coach heralds a new chapter for the Seawolves, with expectations for a competitive and successful basketball program under his leadership. His track record suggests a promising future, emphasizing both athletic and academic excellence.