Huntingdon College has appointed Carson Long as the new Head Men鈥檚 Basketball Coach. Director of Athletics Eric Levanda highlighted Long's student-centered approach and his ability to nurture a winning culture. Long joins from Hampden-Sydney College, where he contributed to three consecutive NCAA tournament appearances and received accolades for player development. He expressed enthusiasm about building a strong program at Huntingdon with his wife, Bryce. His qualifications include a successful playing and coaching career at the NCAA Division III level.

By the Numbers
  • Long's tenure at Hampden-Sydney included three NCAA tournament appearances and an ODAC championship.
  • During his playing career at Guilford College, he was named an all-conference player three times and led the Quakers to an ODAC title and NCAA Elite Eight in 2019.
State of Play
  • Long鈥檚 focus will be on developing a student-first environment aligned with NCAA Division III values.
  • The program aims to enhance both academic and athletic standards under his leadership.
What's Next

Long will begin assembling his coaching staff and outline strategies for recruitment and player development. His immediate focus will be to engage with current players and integrate new recruits into the program's culture.

Bottom Line

Carson Long's appointment signals a committed effort to elevate Huntingdon College's men鈥檚 basketball program through strong leadership and a focus on student-athlete success. His background suggests a promising future for the Hawks.