Jack Ryan - Staff Writer
jackryan@uab.edu
The fifth annual "Hoops on the Green" held on Thursday, Oct. 13 officially launched the 2016-17 season for the men's and women's basketball teams. The event introduced fans to the new players and to Robert Ehsan, first year head coach for men's basketball.
Here is a breakdown and preview of what to expect from the teams this year:
Women's Basketball
Randy Norton is in his fourth season as the head coach of the team. He comes into this season with an overall record of 49-44 in his previous three years at UAB.