With a passion for developing student-athletes and building competitive teams, I have had the privilege of contributing to several prominent Canadian university basketball programs. My coaching roles have encompassed player development, tactical planning, recruitment, and video analysis, all aimed at fostering athletic and personal growth while achieving team success.
Ryerson University — Lead Assistant Coach, Men’s Basketball Program
August 2009 – May 2012
At Ryerson, I advanced through coaching ranks to Lead Assistant Coach, playing a crucial role in elevating the Rams to consistent playoff contenders. I focused on implementing comprehensive practice plans, leading advanced scouting initiatives, and managing recruitment to build a strong, competitive roster. The team’s 2011-12 CIS Final 8 appearance and OUA second-place finish highlight this period of growth and achievement.
| Season | Role | Team Finish | League Record | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-10 | Assistant Coach | 10-12 | 12-19 | |
| 2010-11 | Assistant Coach | 11-11 | 21-16 | |
| 2011-12 | Lead Assistant Coach | CIS Final 8, OUA Second Place | 13-9 | 24-19 |
University of Toronto — Assistant Coach, Men’s Basketball Program
July 2012 – May 2013
At the University of Toronto, I concentrated on refining individual player skills and supporting the team’s strategic preparation. Despite challenging league results, my efforts focused on maintaining competitive practice standards, detailed video scouting, and enhancing recruitment communication to help the Varsity Blues sustain their OUA presence.
- League Record: 3-17 | Overall Record: 10-23
University of Waterloo — Lead Assistant Coach, Men’s Basketball Program
July 2013 – 2015
Working with the Waterloo Warriors, I dedicated myself to crafting tailored development plans for student-athletes while assisting with tactical and practice planning. My recruitment efforts aimed to bring fresh talent into the program, contributing to steady competitive improvements during my tenure.
| Season | League Record | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|
| 2013-14 | 5-17 | 8-19 |
| 2014-15 | 6-14 | 11-19 |
University of Regina — Lead Assistant Coach, Women’s Basketball Program
September 2016 – July 2019
As Lead Assistant Coach with the Regina Cougars, I contributed to one of Canada’s top women’s programs, helping the team maintain dominance in the Canada West conference and nationally. My responsibilities included developing elite player skillsets, delivering detailed opponent scouting, and recruiting high-level athletes. The team’s multiple conference titles, national medal finishes, and consistent playoff presence underscore this successful period.
| Season | Team Finish | League Record | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | U SPORTS Consolation Winner, Canada West Second Place | 17-3 | 35-5 |
| 2017-18 | U SPORTS Bronze Medal, Canada West Champion | 18-2 | 36-4 |
| 2018-19 | U SPORTS Final 8, Canada West Second Place | 17-3 | 30-9 |
University of Calgary — Lead Assistant Coach, Women’s Basketball Program
July 2019 – July 2022
At the University of Calgary, I played an integral role supporting the Dinos women’s basketball program through video coordination, player development, and recruitment. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, we sustained competitive success highlighted by Canada West playoff runs and national tournament participation. My focus on detailed scouting and individualized training helped maintain the program’s elite status.
| Season | Team Finish | League Record | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | U SPORTS Consolation Winner, Canada West Semifinalist | 18-2 | 31-5 |
| 2020-21 | COVID-19 Season (Limited Play) | N/A | N/A |
| 2021-22 | Canada West Quarterfinal | 7-9 | 16-10 |
Over 12 seasons coaching at the U SPORTS level, I have guided university basketball teams through 243 regular-season league games, earning a solid 56.8% winning percentage (138 wins, 105 losses). Including playoffs and tournament games, my teams have competed in 428 total games, achieving an overall winning percentage of 61.7% (264 wins, 164 losses).
Playoff Performance:
My teams consistently qualified for conference playoffs, advancing deep into postseason competitions on numerous occasions. This includes multiple OUA and Canada West conference final appearances, as well as several national tournament participations with the men’s basketball program at Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University) and the women’s basketball programs at the University of Regina and University of Calgary.
Notably, I led the Regina Cougars to win the Canada West Conference Championship in the 2017-18 season, along with two runner-up finishes in 2016-17 and 2018-19.
At Ryerson University, the men’s basketball team advanced to the USPORTS Final 8 in the 2011-12 season, securing second place in the OUA Conference finals.
Under my leadership, the Regina Cougars earned a USPORTS Bronze Medal in 2017-18 and reached the USPORTS Final 8 in 2018-19.
The University of Calgary Dinos women’s basketball program advanced to the Canada West Semifinals and competed in the U SPORTS National Tournament, finishing 5th, demonstrating consistent national competitiveness.
Key Achievements:
- 1x USPORTS Bronze Medalist (2017-18 University of Regina WBB)
- 1x Canada West Conference Champion (2017-18 University of Regina WBB)
- 1x OUA Conference Silver Medalist (2011-12 Ryerson University MBB — Toronto Metropolitan University)
- 2x Canada West Conference Silver Medalist (2016-17 and 2018-19 University of Regina WBB)
- 5x USPORTS National Tournament Appearances (Ryerson University MBB, University of Regina WBB, University of Calgary WBB)
Throughout my career, I have emphasized developing student-athletes’ skills, fostering team cohesion, and executing advanced tactical game plans, all contributing to sustained winning cultures and consistent postseason success.
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