University of the Cumberlands Athletics

Ethan Faulkner is entering his 3^rd season as an Assistant Coach for the University of the Cumberlands Men’s Basketball program.

Faulkner, a native of Sandy Hook, Kentucky, is a 2014 graduate of Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights, Kentucky, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Physical Education.  During his time at Northern Kentucky, Faulkner was a team captain for two years while playing in 117 games with 73 starts in his career. He currently stands in the top 10 in all-time career assists and 11^th in all-time free throw percentage at his alma mater. Another notable collegiate achievement is the 2011-2012 All-GLVC selection he received.

After his playing days were over, Faulkner took to the coaching ranks where he was an assistant coach at Northern Kentucky.  During his time at NKU, he coached an A-Sun Freshman of the Year and two 2nd Team All-Conference players. Next, Faulkner was an assistant coach for Mount Vernon Nazarene University. While at MVNU, Faulkner coached a Crossroads League 3rd Team player and an All-Newcomer Team player.

Before attending NKU, Faulkner attended Elliott County High School where he scored over 2500 career points. He was also a two-time 16th Region Player of the Year, three-time 16th Region Tournament MVP, and three-time Kentucky All-State Selection. During his time at Elliot County, his team saw three 16th Region Championships/Kentucky State Tournament appearances with a Final Four presence in 2009.

“I have an opportunity to not only help teach and coach young men each and every year, but I also have the opportunity to learn from a successful coach like Coach Butcher,” said Faulkner. “This program is full of tradition and I love being able to be a small part in continuing to uphold the standard of excellence that has been established here for many years.”

Coaching History

• 2013-2014 – Student Assistant, Northern Kentucky University
• 2014-2015 – Assistant Coach, Northern Kentucky University
• 2015-2016 – Assistant Coach, Mount Vernon Nazarene University
• 2016-Present – Assistant Coach, University of the Cumberlands

• Two MSC First-Team All-Conference Selections
• Five MSC Second-Team All-Conference Selections
• Nine MSC Academic All-Conference Honorees
• Two NAIA All-American Honorable Mentions
• Four NAIA Scholar-Athlete Honorees