
Michael Davis
Basketball Coach
Strategic Leader Driving Player Development and Team Success
Highly accomplished and results-oriented Basketball Coach with over 15 years of experience in developing elite athletic talent and fostering championship-winning teams. Proven expertise in advanced game strategy, player skill development, and building cohesive team dynamics across high school and collegiate levels. Adept at leveraging video analysis and data-driven insights to optimize performance and achieve measurable improvements. My career is marked by a commitment to mentorship, academic success, and instilling strong work ethic in athletes. Seeking to lead a program dedicated to competitive excellence and holistic player growth.
Northwood High School - Chapel Hill, NC
Head Varsity Basketball Coach August 2015 to Present 10 years & 11 months
Developed and implemented comprehensive offensive and defensive schemes, resulting in a 75% winning percentage (168-56 record).
Mentored 12 student-athletes who received NCAA Division I and II scholarships.
Managed annual budget of $25,000 for equipment, travel, and assistant coach stipends.
Implemented a rigorous academic monitoring program, achieving a team GPA average of 3.5+.
University of Central Florida - Orlando, FL
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach June 2010 to July 2015 5 years & 2 months
Responsible for scouting opponents, preparing detailed game reports, and presenting strategies to the team.
Coached individual skill development sessions for guards and forwards, improving shooting percentages by an average of 8%.
Coordinated team travel logistics for away games and tournaments.
Played a key role in recruiting 3 top-100 national prospects.
Chapel Hill Youth Sports League
Volunteer Clinic Director (June 2016 to Present)
University of Florida
Master of Science (August 2008 to May 2010)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Science (August 2004 to May 2008)
Conference Coach of the Year
Central Piedmont Conference (March 2022 to Present)
State Championship Final Four Appearance
NCHSAA (March 2021 to Present)
USA Basketball Gold Coach License
USA Basketball (March 2012 to Present)
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First Aid & CPR/AED Certified
American Heart Association (January 2023 to January 2025)
- Game Strategy & Play Calling
- Player Development
- Offensive & Defensive Schemes
- Recruitment & Scouting
- Video Analysis (Hudl, Synergy)
- Strength & Conditioning Principles
- NCAA/NFHS Compliance
- Youth Program Development
- Data Analytics in Sports
- Budget Management