Blake ROGERS
Starkville,Mississippi
Summary
Dynamic basketball coach with extensive experience in scouting, player development, recruiting, and program operations at the NCAA level. Recognized for strong communication skills and proven leadership abilities as a former collegiate athlete and current assistant coach. Passionate about fostering the growth of student-athletes, emphasizing development both on and off the court. Dedicated to creating an environment that promotes excellence, teamwork, and personal growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS
06.2025 - Current
- Assist with opponent scouting reports and game plan preparation.
- Coordinate and lead film sessions for player development and game review.
- Assist in designing practice plans and skill development drills.
- Coordinate team meals and assist with team operations logistics.
- Assist with recruiting including prospect communication and campus visits.
- Organize and run Summer Elite Camp and Youth Camps.
- Connor Rogers- MIAA 2nd Team
- Mason English- MIAA Honorable Mention
- Landon Short- Player of the Week
Graduate Assistant Coach
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Assist with opponent scouting reports and game plan preparation.
- Coordinate and lead film sessions for player development and game review.
- Assist in designing practice plans and skill development drills.
- Coordinate team meals and assist with team operations logistics.
- Assist with recruiting including prospect communication and campus visits.
- Organize and run Summer Elite Camp and Youth Camps.
- CJ Ray- ALL-GAC 2nd Team
- BJ Davis- ALL-GAC Honorable Mention
- Greg Hammond- ALL- GAC Honorable Mention
- Anthony Igiede- Player of the Week
Education
Master of Business Administration - Management
Southern Arkansas University
05-2025
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Southern Arkansas University
05-2022
Skills
- Player Development
- Recruiting & Talent Evaluation
- Opponent Scouting
- Game Film Analysis (FastScout, Synergy Sports, JustPlay)
- Practice Planning
- Leadership & Communication
Accomplishments
- 137 career starts in 138 games played
- 2× Great American Conference All-Tournament Team
- Member of first team in school history to win the GAC Tournament
- Member of team with the most wins in a single season in program history
- Two NCAA Tournament appearances
Affiliations
- Vice Basileus – Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
- Student-Athlete Advisory Council (2021–2023)
- Youth Representative – Griffin United Methodist Church
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Pittsburg State University
06.2025 - Current
Graduate Assistant Coach
Southern Arkansas University
08.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Southern Arkansas University
Master of Business Administration - Management
Southern Arkansas University