University of North Carolina Ashville Athletics
Jonathan Steelman - Staff Directory
- Title:
- General Manager/Assistant Coach
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Steelman enters his third season with the UNC Asheville men's basketball program in 2026-27, having been promoted to Assistant Coach/General Manager during the summer of 2026. In his expanded role, Steelman oversees all basketball operations while assisting with the day-to-day management and development of the program.
Steelman previously spent two seasons (2024-25 and 2025-26) as the Bulldogs' Video Coordinator, playing an integral role in the program's preparation, scouting and video operations. During his first season in Asheville, Steelman helped the Bulldogs navigate the challenges presented by Hurricane Helene, which forced the program to temporarily relocate to Charlotte as the Asheville community recovered from the storm.
Throughout his tenure as Video Coordinator, Steelman was also instrumental in helping the program adapt to the implementation of the replay and review system in NCAA Division I basketball, assisting with the technology and operational adjustments necessary for its integration.
Prior to arriving in Asheville, Steelman spent one season as a Graduate Assistant at the University of Arkansas, gaining experience at the Southeastern Conference level.
A native of Aiken, S.C., Steelman played collegiately at Wofford College, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Finance.
