Program Director / Academy Director

Name:  Everett D. Thomas

Oversees the entire academy operations.
Duties:

• Develop program vision, structure, and policies. 
• Manage staff and coordinate schedules.
• Handle player recruitment and parent communication. 
• Supervise academics, housing, and compliance. 
• Build partnerships with colleges, sponsors, and schools.

Name: ______________________

Lead basketball training and competitive strategy.
Duties:

• Conduct daily practices and game preparation. 
• Develop player skills, IQ, and conditioning. 
• Handle game schedules and film sessions. 
• Evaluate player progress and communicate with college coaches. 
• Manage assistant coaches and support staff.

Name: ______________________

Main Role:

Support head coach and focus on skill growth.
Duties:

• Run small group or positional workouts. 
• Monitor player stats, shooting percentages, and improvement areas. 
• Help with recruiting highlight videos and film analysis. 
• Assist during games and scouting.

Name: ______________________

Main Role:

Build athletes’ physical performance.
Duties:

• Design and lead weight room, agility, and recovery sessions. 
• Track player progress (speed, vertical, strength). 
• Ensure safe and proper training techniques. 
• Manage nutrition and injury-prevention routines.Assist during games and scouting.

Name: ______________________

Main Role: 

Oversee players’ part-time or online college coursework.
Duties:

• Coordinate with partner colleges (e.g., Southern Union State CC). 
• Set up tutoring and study hall hours. 
• Track academic progress and eligibility. 
• Provide college prep support (FAFSA, applications, SAT/ACT).Assist during games and scouting.

Name: ______________________

 Main Role: 

Maximize players’ exposure to college programs.
Duties:

• Send out player profiles, highlight films, and academic info. 
• Maintain relationships with college coaches and scouts. 
• Manage social media recruiting pages and updates. 
• Track offers, interests, and recruiting communication.

Name: ______________________ 

Main Role: 

Handle logistics and organization.
Duties:

• Manage travel plans, meals, uniforms, and game-day setup. 
• Oversee housing, vehicles, and facility usage. 
• Order and track gear/equipment. 
• Maintain practice and game calendars.

Name: ______________________

 Main Role: 

Player health and injury management.
Duties:

• Handle injury prevention, taping, and recovery. 
• Coordinate with local clinics or sports medicine providers. 
• Manage hydration, rehab, and health forms.

Name: ______________________

 Main Role: 

Grow brand and online visibility.
Duties:

• Run social media pages, livestream games, and post highlights. 
• Create promotional videos and photos. 
• Design graphics for players, teams, and events. 
• Coordinate with local media outlets.

Name: ______________________

 Main Role: 

Oversee player living arrangements and discipline.
Duties:

• Supervise housing and curfews. 
• Maintain code of conduct and player accountability. 
• Plan life-skills workshops (finance, time management, nutrition).

Name: ______________________

 Main Role: 

Guide players spiritually and emotionally.
Duties:

• Lead devotionals, prayer, and mentorship sessions. 
• Build team unity and character-based leadership.