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Mortensen’s Fresh Start at UAB | Huntsville News
Alex Mortensen kicks off his first full season as UAB football’s head coach with a no-nonsense, foundation-first approach, embracing the massive roster overhaul and his own coaching inexperience. With just four offensive and defensive starters returning and nearly 50 new players, Mortensen vows to build toughness through relentless work ethic, quoting Churchill’s “blood, toil, tears, and sweat.” He’s clear: high standards are non-negotiable, but adaptable and grounded. Confidence runs high on offense, where he previously served as coordinator and where key pieces like QB Ryder Burton return…
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