Brandon Mayhan is a rising collegiate basketball coach whose leadership philosophy is rooted in servant leadership, player development, and competitive excellence. With coaching experience spanning NCAA Division II and NAIA programs, Mayhan has quickly established himself as a driven and detail-oriented coach committed to building cultures centered on accountability, discipline, and growth. His passion for mentorship and developing student-athletes extends beyond the court, using basketball as a platform to teach leadership, character, and life skills that prepare athletes for long-term success.
Currently serving as an Assistant Coach for Fort Valley State University Men's Basketball, Mayhan has already contributed to significant program success during the 2025–2026 season. His efforts helped the Wildcats secure a notable victory over Tuskegee while also contributing to one of the top defensive units in NCAA Division II basketball. Fort Valley State finished first in the SIAC in opponent three-point field goal percentage defense at 29.3% and ranked among the top 15 nationally in that category. He also played a major role in player development, helping mentor the SIAC Freshman of the Year, two SIAC All-Freshman selections, and an All-Conference Third Team honoree.
Prior to joining Fort Valley State, Mayhan served as an Assistant Coach at Indiana University of Pennsylvania during the 2024–2025 season. There, he contributed to the team’s PSAC Tournament First Round victory and assisted with game planning for a key win over nationally recognized Ashland. His work in player development continued to stand out, helping guide the PSAC Freshman of the Year and two Second Team All-Conference selections.
Mayhan previously spent four seasons on staff at Southeastern University, where he gained extensive experience contributing to championship-caliber teams. During the 2022–2023 season, Southeastern captured both the Sun Conference Regular Season and Tournament Championships while advancing to the NAIA Sweet 16. The team posted more than 20 wins and led the conference in scoring defense. He assisted in the development of multiple All-Conference players, including a back-to-back Sun Conference Player of the Year.
In the 2021–2022 season, Mayhan was part of a coaching staff that earned Sun Conference Staff of the Year honors after leading the program to another 20-win season and an NAIA National Tournament appearance. The team ranked first nationally in scoring offense and three-point field goals made per game while also leading the conference in multiple statistical categories. During his tenure, Southeastern earned signature victories over nationally ranked opponents and consistently competed among the top programs in the NAIA.
Beyond collegiate coaching, Mayhan has also served as a Camp Director and Counselor at Southeastern University from 2022 to 2024, where he oversaw daily camp operations, coordinated logistics, and instructed athletes in skill development, leadership, and mental toughness. Additionally, he has worked with PGC Basketball since 2022, mentoring athletes through on-court instruction, performance evaluation, and leadership development while fostering confidence and accountability in young players.
Mayhan earned his Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Southeastern University after completing his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with a minor in Athletic Coaching at Chowan University. His educational background, combined with his rapidly growing coaching résumé, reflects his commitment to leadership, team culture, and the holistic development of student-athletes.
