Anthony Dixon
Hilliard
Summary
Dynamic basketball coach focused on developing winning teams through strategic player recruitment and mentoring. Proven track record of leading teams to NCAA tournament success, enhancing player performance through analytics, and fostering a positive environment that promotes both athletic and personal growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Assistant Coach
Otterbein University
04.2019 - Current
- Recruit prospective student-athletes who align with program culture, talent expectations, and academic standards
- Support player development through individual instruction and relationship-building
- Mentored underclassmen during academic, athletic, and personal transitions, enhancing their college experience
- Helped lead the program to a conference tournament runner-up finish and advancement to the NCAA Division III National Tournament Round of 32
- Helped guide the program to six conference tournament appearances
- Contributed to re-establishing the program's reputation as a respected Division III basketball program in Ohio
- Part of the winningest team in the last 20 years, finishing with a 23-9 overall record
- Develop detailed opponent scouting reports using FastScout and FastModel
- Utilize Synergy Sports technology to evaluate team analytics and opponent tendencies
- Assisted with day-to-day basketball operations and practice execution, fostering a competitive team environment
- Assisted in the development of two conference Freshman of the Year award winners
Bartender & Restaurant Supervisor
Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill
04.2016 - Current
- Supervised staff operations to uphold high standards of customer service and hospitality, enhancing guest experiences
- Coordinated workflow and ensured staff accountability in fast-paced environment to meet service demands
- Executed beverage and service operations efficiently, contributing to overall guest satisfaction
- Exhibited leadership and communication skills in team settings
Skills Trainer / AAU Program Assistant
Just Hoops Columbus
11.2025 - 09.2026
- Conducted basketball skill-development training in shooting mechanics and footwork, enhancing athletes' performance on court
- Led group clinics emphasizing teamwork, basketball IQ, and team-oriented concepts
- Collaborated with one of nation's largest AAU basketball organizations to assist in camps, clinics, and player development initiatives, fostering athlete growth and engagement
- Assisted organizational leadership with team placement and college placement opportunities for student-athletes
- Guided youth athletes in building confidence, discipline, and skill development, contributing to their overall athletic and personal growth
Varsity Assistant Coach
Gahanna Lincoln High School
06.2016 - 04.2019
- Assisted Head Coach with game strategy, scouting preparation, and practice planning
- Oversaw player development and athlete relationships
- Helped mentor multiple student-athletes who earned Division I and Division II basketball scholarships
- Contributed to maintaining a positive and competitive team culture
Education
High School Diploma -
Hilliard Bradley High School
01-2012
Studies in Leadership and Management -
Capital University
Skills
- Recruiting & Player Evaluation
- Practice & Game Planning
- Opponent Scouting Reports
- Player Development
- Basketball Skill Development
- FastScout & FastModel
- Synergy Sports Analytics
- Leadership & Team Culture Development
- Mentorship & Student-Athlete Development
- Communication & Relationship Building
- Camp & Clinic Operations
- College Placement Assistance
Additional Information
Strong background in mentoring and relationship-building with student-athletes, Experience balancing collegiate coaching responsibilities with leadership roles in hospitality management, Passionate about building winning programs and developing athletes on and off the court
Coaching Experience
- Part-Time Assistant Coach, Otterbein University, 04/01/19, Present, Assist with day-to-day basketball operations and practice execution to maintain a competitive team environment, Recruit prospective student-athletes who align with program culture, talent expectations, and academic standards, Develop detailed opponent scouting reports using FastScout and FastModel, Utilize Synergy Sports technology to evaluate team analytics and opponent tendencies, Mentor underclassmen through academic, athletic, and personal transitions to college life, Support player development through individual instruction and relationship-building, Helped guide the program to six conference tournament appearances, Contributed to restoring the program as a respected Division III basketball program in Ohio, Part of the winningest team in the last 20 years, finishing with a 23-9 overall record, Helped lead the program to a conference tournament runner-up finish and advancement to the NCAA Division III National Tournament Round of 32, Assisted in the development of two conference Freshman of the Year award winners
- Skills Trainer / AAU Program Assistant, Just Hoops Columbus, 11/01/25, 09/01/26, Conducted basketball skill-development training focused on shooting mechanics and footwork, Led group clinics emphasizing teamwork, basketball IQ, and team-oriented concepts, Worked with one of the nation's largest AAU basketball organizations assisting with camps, clinics, and player development initiatives, Assisted organizational leadership with team placement and college placement opportunities for student-athletes, Helped youth athletes improve confidence, discipline, and overall skill development
- Varsity Assistant Coach, Gahanna Lincoln High School, 06/01/16, 04/01/19, Assisted Head Coach with game strategy, scouting preparation, and practice planning, Oversaw player development and athlete relationships, Helped mentor multiple student-athletes who earned Division I and Division II basketball scholarships, Contributed to maintaining a positive and competitive team culture
Timeline
Skills Trainer / AAU Program Assistant
Just Hoops Columbus
11.2025 - 09.2026
Part-Time Assistant Coach
Otterbein University
04.2019 - Current
Varsity Assistant Coach
Gahanna Lincoln High School
06.2016 - 04.2019
Bartender & Restaurant Supervisor
Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill
04.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hilliard Bradley High School
Studies in Leadership and Management -
Capital University