The University of North Alabama has appointed Perin Foote as an assistant coach for the men's basketball team. Foote transitions from Florida State, where he was the Director of Operations and contributed to an 18-15 season. His prior experience includes serving as an assistant coach at Virginia Military Institute, leading to the program's best single-season turnaround. Head coach Tony Pujol emphasized Foote's diverse coaching experience as an asset for recruitment and player development. He replaces Andrew Steele, who has taken a position at Butler University.

By the Numbers
  • Foote's tenure at Florida State included assisting in the development of nine NBA draft picks.
  • During his time at VMI, he helped the team improve from four wins to 15 wins in one season.
State of Play
  • Foote joins a coaching staff that includes associate head coach Ahmad Smith and assistant coaches Drew Stutts and Will Soucie.
  • The program seeks to build on its recent successes in recruiting and player development.
What's Next

Foote is expected to implement his strategic insights and strong relationship-building skills to enhance the players' performance and overall team success as the season approaches.

Bottom Line

Perin Foote's extensive coaching background and notable achievements position him as a critical asset for the North Alabama men's basketball program, promising an impactful contribution to their future success.