Anthony Richardson
Kansas City,United States
Summary
Former NBA basketball player, current coach seeking to apply my education, experience and passion to an athletic program that is dedicated to fostering an environment of excellence and growth for its athletes and coaches. With knowledge of NCAA regulations, I will apply my personal experience to building a successful sports program.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO, United States
08.2023 - Current
- Duties, Accomplishments & Demonstrated Skills:
- PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
- Spearheaded individual player development programs for four centers, whose improved performance directly contributed to increased team scoring efficiency in the paint. This involved coordinating, executing, and managing personalized development plans, including the design and instruction of drills to enhance dribbling, shooting, and defensive skills for big men. Regular weekly meetings with assigned players fostered open communication, allowing for discussions of performance, strategies, and game plans.
- RECRUITMENT AND TALENT EVALUATION
- Scouted opposing teams prior to games to inform strategic game plans. Managed the recruitment process, including evaluating talent during on-campus visits and actively contributing to the selection of the upcoming class. Coordinated campus visits with high school basketball coaches and potential players, ensuring a seamless recruitment process with local students that aligned with the team's goals and objectives. Managed recruitment forms and assessed player potential.
- ADMINISTRATIVE & SUPPORT TASKS
- Conducted student check-ins, maintaining a dual focus on academic success and athletic achievement. Kept detailed practice and game statistics, provided valuable insights for strategic improvements.
- Additionally, played a key role in official and unofficial visits, handling necessary forms and logistics to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all involved.
- COMMUNITY OUTREACH & RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
- Recognizing the importance of community engagement, developed, and executed impactful outreach initiatives for the men’s basketball team. Built strong relationships with local high school coaches, increased local student engagement, and cultivated a talent pipeline that contributed to the overall success and growth of the team.
- COACHING HIGHLIGHTS:
- Contributed to a team that earned Coach of the Year honors.
- Guided the development of four players who earned league-wide accolades: Jamar Brown (First Team All-League and League's Newcomer of the Year), Jayson Petty (Freshman of the Year), Khristion Courseault (Sixth Man of the Year), and Babacar Diallo (All-Defensive Team).
- 2024 Top Defense Team in the League
- 2025 Top Defense Team in the League
HEAD ASSISTANT - VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH
WILLIAM CHRISMAN
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Duties, Accomplishments & Demonstrated Skills:
- DEFENSE COORDINATOR
- Developed and implemented team's defensive strategies for practice and games.
- PLAYER DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGY
- Led team strategy development and in-game play calling. Created and executed practice plans focused on skill development. Managed player personnel and rotations. Coached and mentored players to improve individual performance.
- COACHING HIGHLIGHTS:
- Contributed to a team that earned Coach of the Year honors.
- District Champions 2022
- State Semi-finalist 2022
- Conference Champions 2023
- 3 players All-District
- 1 District Player of the Year
- 1 All-State Player of the Year
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH
MICHAEL PORTER JR. ELITE 16U
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Duties, Accomplishments & Demonstrated Skills:
- PLAYER DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGY
- Manage the basketball program in recruiting, scouting, managerial duties, individual basketball skill workouts, and game preparation. Supervised student athletes during all facets of participation (Examples - competition travel, meetings, practices, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring activities are conducted in an environment with minimal risk of injury.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Ranked #1on Recruit Look scouting service.
HEAD JV & HEAD VARSITY BOY'S BASKETBALL COACH
NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Duties, Accomplishments & Demonstrated Skills:
- VARSITY BOYS' BASKETBALL PROGRAM REBUILDING:
- Successfully spearheaded the comprehensive rebuilding of the Varsity Boys Basketball program. Focused on cultivating a team culture that upheld the highest standards of sportsmanship, cooperation, and personal accountability for both players and coaches. This initiative involved supervising student athletes throughout all aspects of participation, ensuring activities were conducted in an environment with minimal risk of injury.
- RECORD MAINTENANCE AND COMPLIANCE
- I maintained various records to comply with district, athletic conference, state, and MSHSAA requirements. This included implementing practice schedules and adhering to school and district policies for scheduling facilities. Practice schedules were meticulously submitted to administration and office staff to ensure the efficient operation of the program.
- SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAM RECOGNITION
- Actively conducted and attended a variety of supporting activities for the assigned sport to provide information regarding the program and recognize participants' accomplishments.
- TEAM & INDIVIDUAL PRACTICE REGIMES
- Developed team and individual practice regimes for student athletes, encompassing areas such as strength, speed, agility, nutrition, and injury prevention. This comprehensive approach is aimed at enhancing the overall performance and well-being of the players.
- ELIGIBILITY MONITORING
- Monitored student-athlete academic eligibility, ensuring compliance with MSHSAA policy. Provided appropriate intervention to students in need of assistance to maintain their academic eligibility.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Tripled win rate by third season.
OWNER/HEAD COACH
KANSAS CITY KINGS YOUTH TRAVEL CLUB
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Duties, Accomplishments & Demonstrated Skills:
- PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
- Coached, planned games, practices, scrimmages, workouts, and team meetings. Executed travel arrangement and developed relationships with athletes, athletes' families, and the public.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Applied a player-centered approach to coaching young athletes (ages 8-11) on fundamental skills such as ball handling, passing, defense, and shooting.
- 3x Tournament Champions
- 3x Tournament Champions Runner-up
DONGBU PROMY OF SOUTH KOREA
South Korea
01.2014 - 01.2015
- League play-off participant
- League Champion Runner-up
- Slam Dunk Champion (2015)
GOYANG ORIONS OF SOUTH KOREA
South Korea
01.2013 - 01.2014
- League play-off participant
- Lead team in scoring
- Slam Dunk Champion (2014)
- All-Star Team (2014)
FORT WAYNE MAD ANTZ (NBA G-LEAGUE)
01.2012 - 01.2013
- League play-off participant
- NBA D-League Player of the Week (2012)
AISIN SEAHORSE OF JAPAN
Japan
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Regular Season Champions
- League Champion Runner-up
- All-Japan Tournament Runner-up
RENO BIGHORNS (NBA G-LEAGUE)
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Starting player
- Western Conference Champions (43-12)
- Known as Greatest Minor League team: Team roster that included 10 players with NBA experience and was coached by 4 individuals who have coached in the NBA.
- League play-off participant
NEW MEXICO THUNDERBIRDS (NBA G-LEAGUE)
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Starting player
- Led team in rebounds
- Coached by Lakers Head Coach: Darvin Ham
EIFFEL TOWERS OF DENBOSCH, NETHERLANDS
Netherlands
01.2008 - 01.2010
- League Championship Runner-up (2009)
- All-Star Team (2009 & 2010)
- Slam Dunk Champion (2009)
- Euro Challenge Player of the Week (3x: 2008, 2009, 2010)
- Dutch Cup Champion (2009)
- First Team All-Dutch League (2X: 2008 & 2010)
NEW ORLEANS HORNET (NBA)
01.2007 - 01.2007
- NBA Summer League
- NBA Preseason
ASSOCIATE HEAD COACH
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2006 - 01.2007
- PLAYER DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGY
- Led team strategy development and in-game play calling. Created and executed practice plans focused on skill development. Managed player personnel and rotations. Coached and mentored players to improve individual performance.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- 1 All-Conference Player of the Year
KANSAS CAGERZ (USBL)
01.2006 - 01.2006
- League MVP - "Player of the Year" Award
- First Team All-League
- League Scoring Title
ASSISTANT HEAD COACH
LEESVILLE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL
01.2005 - 01.2006
- PLAYER DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGY
- Strategized, called plays, and managed player personnel (including rotations). Developed and executed skill-building practice plans. Coached and mentored players to maximize individual performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tallahassee, FL07.2005
Skills
Program leadership
Building championship environments
Offensive scheme Developer
Skill development Director
Opponent Analyst
Expert game coordinator
Opponent strategist
Player relationship management
HIGH SCHOOL ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- McDonald's All-American (2001)
- McDonald's All-American Slam Dunk participant (2001)
- All-American Third-Team selection by Parade Magazine
- North Carolina Mr. Basketball (2001)
- All-Southern Boy Basketball First-Team
- #1 Prospect in North Carolina (2001)
- North Carolina State Champion (Runner-up)
PASTOR EXPERIENCE
- 2020-2023 - LEAD PASTOR, Liberation Church
- Served as the primary preacher, delivering up to 80% of weekly sermons. Effectively managed staff and volunteer teams, fostering collaboration and alignment through regular monthly meetings. Provided spiritual guidance and leadership to the congregation.
- 2018-2021- YOUTH PASTOR, Kansas City Church
- Oversaw all aspects of youth ministry, including discipleship, communication, volunteer leadership, fundraising, and event planning. Provided spiritual guidance to students, managed parent communication, and empowered a team of volunteers.
Accomplishments
As an assistant coach at the University of Missouri kansascity and develop multiple front court players through individualized development plans which contributed to back-to-back top defensive teams in the league 2024 in 2025 help develop for all the players Jamar Brown👨🏽🎤 first team all league in newcomer of the year, Jayson Petty, freshman of the year Christian croissant man of the year All defensive team was a part of the staff who helped elevate our Head Coach to Coach of the year in 2024
Timeline
ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
University of Missouri - Kansas City
08.2023 - Current
HEAD BASKETBALL COACH
MICHAEL PORTER JR. ELITE 16U
03.2022 - 07.2023
HEAD ASSISTANT - VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH
WILLIAM CHRISMAN
01.2021 - 01.2023
HEAD JV & HEAD VARSITY BOY'S BASKETBALL COACH
NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
01.2018 - 01.2021
OWNER/HEAD COACH
KANSAS CITY KINGS YOUTH TRAVEL CLUB
01.2018 - 01.2021
DONGBU PROMY OF SOUTH KOREA
01.2014 - 01.2015
GOYANG ORIONS OF SOUTH KOREA
01.2013 - 01.2014
FORT WAYNE MAD ANTZ (NBA G-LEAGUE)
01.2012 - 01.2013
AISIN SEAHORSE OF JAPAN
01.2011 - 01.2012
RENO BIGHORNS (NBA G-LEAGUE)
01.2010 - 01.2011
NEW MEXICO THUNDERBIRDS (NBA G-LEAGUE)
01.2010 - 01.2011
EIFFEL TOWERS OF DENBOSCH, NETHERLANDS
01.2008 - 01.2010
NEW ORLEANS HORNET (NBA)
01.2007 - 01.2007
ASSOCIATE HEAD COACH
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2006 - 01.2007
KANSAS CAGERZ (USBL)
01.2006 - 01.2006
ASSISTANT HEAD COACH
LEESVILLE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY