Alex Mortensen Named UAB's Permanent Coach

UAB Names Alex Mortensen Permanent Head Coach: A New Era BeginsUAB has appointed Alex Mortensen as the permanent head coach of the Blazers football team, following his successful six-week stint as interim coach. Mortensen, son of Hall of Fame reporter Chris Mortensen, brings extensive football experience to the role, having played college football and briefly in the NFL. He also served on Nick Sabans staff at the University of Alabama and coached in the XFL. Despite a challenging season with a four-and-eight record, Mortensen led the Blazers to two wins in their final six games, including a notable victory against Memphis. This promotion marks a new chapter for UAB football as Mortensen takes the helm. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.