Thatch Unruh enters into his first year as a member of the Hendrix men's basketball coaching staff in 2026 following a five-year collegiate career at the University of Central Arkansas and five years playing professionally overseas.
During his collegiate career at UCA, he was a four-year starter and helped lead the program through a significant turnaround that produced three straight conference tournament appearances and the second-winningest season in program history. He finished his collegiate career with 1,066 points (17th in school history) and 186 three-pointers made (3rd in school history). He was named All-Southland Conference Honorable Mention his senior season.
Unruh spent his professional career competing in Spain, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, and Georgia before transitioning into coaching and player development. Throughout his professional career, Unruh averaged 17 points, 4 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1 steal per game while shooting 57% from two-point range, 35% from three-point range, and 84% from the free-throw line.
Unruh graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with a Bachelor's degree and Master's degree in Business Administration. Since retiring from playing, he has continued working in player development and mental performance while transitioning into coaching. He brings a wealth of playing experience, a player-first approach, and a strong emphasis on culture, accountability, and development.
