One of the most interesting, and controversial, head coaches in Marshall men’s basketball history is the subject of a documentary set to debut next Saturday in downtown Huntington, West Virginia.

“Huck’s Herd” makes its world premiere at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center on Fourth Avenue on Saturday, November 7th at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at www.keithalbee.com.There will be a 30 minute acoustic performance from Coach Huckabay’s oldest son, Nashville singer/songwriter Ricky Huckabay, followed by opening remarks from Marshall University President Brad Smith, the film’s Director, and the Executive Producer Andy Huckabay. Casual attire.

The documentary chronicles the rise and fall of former Marshall men’s basketball coach Rick Huckabay and is directed by 11-time Emmy Award winner Tim Hardiman. The film is produced by Terry Bumgarner, former WOWK-TV sportscaster and the host of Inside Marshall Basketball.

Huckabay’s rise to success at Marshall quickly turned to a fall from grace when an NCAA investigation into violations including gifts to recruits, free housing and other extra benefits ultimately cut his career short, leading to his resignation and marking the end of his college coaching career, according to Bill Cornwell of WV Metro News.

Now, nearly 40 years after he left Marshall, “Huck’s Herd” explores the complicated story behind one of the most successful and controversial eras in Herd basketball history.