MICHAEL COPPOLINO
ODENTON
Summary
Associate Head Women's Basketball Coach with 15 years of expertise in coaching and leadership. Demonstrated success in elevating team performance, mentoring players to achieve record-breaking milestones, and fostering both academic and athletic excellence. Passionate for developing authentic relationships with student-athletes, families and colleagues.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSOCIATE HEAD WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH
Naval Academy Women's Basketball
06.2023 - Current
- Lead on-court coaching, game prep, and overall development for Naval Academy Women's Basketball
- Achieved a 13-game improvement, finishing the 2023-2024 season with a 14-17 record
- Guided Zanai Barnett-Gay to break Navy freshman scoring record with 546 points
- Enhanced team performance, ranking 5th in NCAA Division 1 Women's Basketball for season improvement
- Mentored two players to All-Patriot League Rookie Team, first dual selection since 2001
- Fostered academic and competitive success through tailored development programs
- Implemented new training techniques and tactical approaches, elevating team performance from previous season's 1-29 record to competitive 9-9 in Patriot League
- Led women's basketball program, achieving academic and competitive success with a 3.69 team GPA
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
HEAD WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH
George Fox University Women's Basketball
04.2019 - 03.2023
- During the 2019-2020 season, George Fox Women's Basketball was one of two teams in the country, consisting of 450 total teams to be ranked in the top 25 both academically and athletically to conclude the season
- Managed budget, PR, compliance, alumni relations, and directed basketball camps, raising $13,200
- Advanced to the 3rd round of the NCAA Tournament in 2019-2020 with a 23-6 record
- Coached two players to Northwest Conference 2nd Team All-Conference; one scored 1,000 career points
- Ranked 8th nationally during 2019-2020 season in WBCA and NCAA D3Hoops.com polls
- Led women's basketball program, achieving 18-0 conference record and NCAA Tournament second round
- Managed budget, public relations, compliance, alumni relations, and staff supervision
- Directed Girls Youth Basketball Camp, fostering skill development and community engagement
HEAD WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH & HEAD MEN'S GOLF COACH
Mount Saint Mary College Women's Basketball
11.2013 - 04.2019
- Assisted with all aspects of the basketball program, including season planning, on court coaching, recruiting, scouting reports and off season workouts
- The 2013-2014 season finished with a record of 21-7, 16-2 in the Skyline Conference
- The Skyline Conference record of 16-2 matched the most wins ever in a season
- Helped recruit and establish the first golf program at Mount Saint Mary College
- The 2012-2013 season finished with a record of 19-9, 14-4 in the Skyline Conference
- Guided team to top GPA among athletic programs, demonstrating academic and athletic balance
- Mentored athletes to achieve individual milestones, including All-Time Leading Rebounder Kayla Cleare who obtained 1,000 Points & 1,000 Rebounds
- Junior Joe Henain was named to the Skyline All-Conference Second Team and also selected to the Allstate NABC Good Works Team. He was one of 10 men selected from Divisions I, II & III in honor of his dedication in and out of the classroom
ASSISTANT MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH & ASSISTANT MEN'S GOLF COACH
Mount Saint Mary College Men's Basketball
08.2012 - 02.2014
- Prepared detailed scouting reports and post-game analysis, aiding player development and strategy
- Organized study hall sessions, improving team GPA from 2.5 to 3.1, the highest increase among male athletes
- Contributed to a 15-11 record in 2011-2012, the best in 15 years, and secured first ECAC postseason since 2001
CLUBHOUSE ATTENDANT
Boston Red Sox Clubhouse Staff
07.2000 - 08.2012
- Maintained visiting clubhouse, ensuring top-notch facilities and seamless operations
- Awarded 2004 and 2007 World Series rings for exceptional service
- Recognized on field for a decade of outstanding contributions
- Collaborated with top managers and executives to enhance clubhouse efficiency
GRADUATE ASSISTANT COACH
Alfred University Men's Basketball
08.2010 - 05.2012
Education
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Alfred University
Alfred, New York05.2012
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Business Management, Leadership Studies
Eckerd College
St. Petersburg, Florida05.2007
Skills
- Leadership
- Recruiting
- Compliance
- Budget Management
- Public Relations
- Alumni Relations
- Camp Director
- Scouting
- Academic Support
- Player development
- Scouting opponents
- Recruitment
- Game strategy development
Certification
Naval Academy Leadership Development
Timeline
ASSOCIATE HEAD WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH
Naval Academy Women's Basketball
06.2023 - Current
HEAD WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH
George Fox University Women's Basketball
04.2019 - 03.2023
HEAD WOMEN'S BASKETBALL COACH & HEAD MEN'S GOLF COACH
Mount Saint Mary College Women's Basketball
11.2013 - 04.2019
ASSISTANT MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH & ASSISTANT MEN'S GOLF COACH
Mount Saint Mary College Men's Basketball
08.2012 - 02.2014
GRADUATE ASSISTANT COACH
Alfred University Men's Basketball
08.2010 - 05.2012
CLUBHOUSE ATTENDANT
Boston Red Sox Clubhouse Staff
07.2000 - 08.2012
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Business Management, Leadership Studies
Eckerd College
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Alfred University
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