Alabama’s men’s basketball coach Nate Oats said “I do” to former team operations director Alex Accetta in a ceremony that drew a who’s who of Crimson Tide leadership, including athletic director Greg Byrne and several assistant coaches.
The marriage comes after Oats’ 26‑year union with Crystal Oats ended in divorce last year, a split that was shadowed by Crystal’s 2015 diagnosis of an aggressive lymphoma that she has since overcome.
Oats, 51, has steered the Crimson Tide to six consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances and holds the program’s record with 13 tournament victories, achievements that have cemented his reputation despite recent on‑court controversies.
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The coach’s decision to bring in G‑League prospect Charles Bediako sparked criticism, and the player’s appeal was ultimately rejected, limiting him to just five appearances for the Crimson Tide.
Opinions about Oats’ personal and professional choices remain split, with some observers condemning the timing of the wedding while others defend it as a private matter separate from his coaching record.