Kevin Hunt enters his third season as Head Varsity Basketball Coach at Long Beach High School, bringing over two decades of coaching excellence from Arkansas and Louisiana. Known for his strategic mind and ability to build winning programs, Coach Hunt has earned District Coach of the Year honors three times in Arkansas and led teams to two State runner-up finishes.A former collegiate athlete, Hunt played basketball at Arkansas State University and Henderson State University, where he was instrumental in securing back-to-back Gulf South Conference regular season and tournament championships.Coach Hunt launched his coaching career at Holly Grove High School, guiding the team to both conference and regional titles. After Holly Grove’s closure, he took the helm at Altheimer High School, where he posted an impressive 25–2 record and a State runner-up finish. His success earned him the 6AA Coach of the Year award and a nomination to coach in the Arkansas All-Star Game.In Louisiana, Hunt helped establish Miller McCoy Academy in New Orleans and later led West Jefferson High School to the Sweet 16 in Class 5A in 2019. Across his career, he has consistently led teams to postseason play—missing the playoffs only four times in over 20 years.Coach Hunt is known not only for his winning record but also for his commitment to developing young athletes on and off the court. His leadership continues to elevate Long Beach High School’s basketball program to new heights.