HENDERSON — After leading Freed-Hardeman University to four consecutive Mid-South Conference championships, two regular-season titles, and two NAIA National Championships, FHU men's basketball head coach Drew Stutts is set to join his alma mater, the University of North Alabama, as an assistant coach.

Stutts, who has served as head coach since 2019, compiled a 139-51 record and became the fastest coach in program history to reach 100 career wins. During his tenure, he built a culture defined by excellence, discipline, and Christ-centered development for student-athletes.

"These past seven years at FHU have been better than anything I could have ever dreamed," Stutts said. "This place, this program, and these people have been incredibly special to me and my family. We have been blessed beyond measure, and we will always be Lions. This season of my life has come to a close, and I truly believe God has made it abundantly clear that He is leading me to this next step at UNA."

FHU President David R. Shannon praised Stutts' impact both on and off the court.

"Coach Stutts has elevated our program while also pouring into the lives of our student-athletes, modeling Christian character and integrity every day," Shannon said. "We are grateful for his leadership and the lasting legacy he leaves at FHU, and we wish him and his family God's richest blessings in this next chapter."

Athletic Director Jonathan Estes said the university will immediately begin a national search for its next head coach. Current assistant coach Grant Burns will serve as interim head coach during the search and will be a candidate for the head coaching position as well. 

"We are committed to identifying a strong leader who will build on the foundation Coach Stutts has established and continue the tradition of excellence within our basketball program," Estes said.