Introduce The Moose: Kade Heitzman

Kade Heitzman joins the Moose as a 2020 graduate of Wood River High School.  At Wood River, he was the sportsman of the year for the Great Basin conference.  Heitzman, the 6’8 center, first started playing team basketball in his local rec league when he was 8 years old, however he has been playing basketball outside with his dad and brother for as long as he can remember.

Heitzman is the son of Kristy and Trent Heitzman.  He has two younger siblings Korbin and Taylor.  In his free time, he enjoys badminton and fly fishing.  At UMA, Heitzman is majoring in Biology with aspirations to work in Orthodontics.

Coach Coleman’s Thoughts:

Kade is what every coach looks for while recruiting student-athletes. He excels academically and is very eager to be coached. Since he has stepped foot on our campus, not only has he improved drastically on the court, he has quickly become one of his teammates favorites. Kade’s personality allows him to get along with everyone and his work ethic has set the tone for what he expects from himself and others. 

Why did you choose UMA?

I chose to attend UMA because both the academic and athletic sides of the school had a lot of potential and seemed like it would be a good fit for me. 

How do you balance both academics and athletics?

It was a pretty smooth transition from my high school classes to the college level and anytime I’ve had any difficulties my professors have been quick to help me which has definitely made my life easier. The resources I’m provided as a student athlete have also been greatly beneficial.

What is your favorite meal? 

My favorite meal is homemade Mac and cheese. 

Do you have any pets?

I have two cats, snickers and chubby. I also have a dog named lulu

What is your favorite part about UMA?

My favorite part about attending UMA has been meeting new people and getting the chance to play college basketball. 

What is your favorite thing about being a part of a team?

My favorite part of being on a team is the sense of camaraderie that it brings and how easy it made finding new friends. 

Who is your mentor/role model?

My heroes and mentors are my dad because he got me into the sport of basketball and always encouraged and played with me throughout the years and my longtime coach John Radford because he's supported me and spent so much time working with me to get me where I am today.