BRUCE ARNEZ EVANS
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dynamic basketball coach with extensive experience at the University of North Florida, excelling in recruiting coordination and game strategy. Proven track record in player development and compliance management, fostering team leadership and achieving significant program growth. Adept at scouting analysis and enhancing player performance through innovative training methods.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
07.2016 - Current
- Direct Assistant to Head Coach w/ day to day program operations.
- Assisted in developing game plans, preparing game notes, and providing halftime input to support team strategy.
- Coordinated recruiting, academic support, and travel logistics, ensuring student-athlete needs were met before and after games.
- All Basketball Development, Scouting, Team Character Coach
- Led community engagement initiatives, providing personal development opportunities for student-athletes.
Director of Player Development
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA
08.2012 - 06.2016
- Oversaw recruitment processes to identify and attract top athletic talent.
- Created player engagement strategies that increased athlete retention and satisfaction.
- Academic Liaison to Student Support Services, Academic Supervisor for Current Players, Compliance Coordinator, Recruiting On-Campus, Recruiting Publication Supervisor, Organization of Team Scrimmages, Video Evaluation per Coaches, Evaluation of Game Officials, Supervisor of All Summer League Player Participation, Camp Co-Director, Team Camp Coordinator
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
04.2009 - 08.2012
- Coordinated recruiting efforts, supported academic progress, managed travel logistics including team meals on game days, and facilitated financial aid processes for student-athletes.
- Assisted in developing game plans, preparing game notes, providing halftime input, and organized Canadian foreign tour logistics.
- Enhanced basketball skills, identified potential players, and fostered positive team culture.
- Led community outreach initiatives through personal improvement programs and managed equipment inventory.
Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Lander University
Greenwood, FL
04.2004 - 03.2009
- Recruited talented players to build a competitive basketball program at the university.
- Oversaw daily operations, focusing on recruiting, coaching, and team preparation to build a successful program.
- Designed and implemented game strategies and practice schedules to maximize team effectiveness.
- Created targeted training programs for student-athletes to improve skills and overall performance.
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC
04.2000 - 04.2004
- Coordinated official and unofficial on-campus visits, oversaw admissions and financial aid process, and coached post players.
- Assist in Pre-Conditioning and Individual Workouts, Assist with Strength / Weight Program, Assist with Practice Preparation, Scouting of Opponents
- Assist with Film Exchange, Assist with Game Plan, Game Notes and Halftime Input, Assist in Scheduling Games / Opponents, Organize Summer Basketball Team Camp, Assist in Organization Individual Camp, Coordinator of NCAA Regulations, Team Discipline File, Speaker at Elementary, Middle, and High Schools, Member of “Shooting for Christ” Ministries
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Presbyterian College
Clinton, SC
06.1997 - 04.2000
- Coordinated recruiting efforts, planned on-campus visits, and managed academic support for student-athletes, overseeing admissions and financial aid processes.
- Coordinated practice sessions to maximize team performance and strategy execution.
- Post / Perimeter Coach, Assist in Pre / Post Conditioning and Individual Workouts, Scouting of Opponents, Film Exchange Coordinator, Home Game Operations, Pre / Post Game Meals, Oversee Managers’ Duties / Responsibilities, Promotions – Game Day, Sale of Media Guides Ads (1997-1998), Academic Reward Program to local schools, Organize Summer Basketball Team / Individual Camps, Speaker at Elementary, Middle, and High Schools
- Assisted in developing training programs for student-athletes' skill enhancement.
- Analyzed game footage to evaluate player techniques and improve strategies.
Resident Director under Student Services
Presbyterian College
Clinton, SC
06.1997 - 05.1998
- Georgia Hall, largest dorm on campus, Day-to-day operations of residence hall
- Supervised eight resident assistants to build a supportive community among residents.
- Supervised student housing operations and staff at Presbyterian College.
- Coordinated training programs for resident assistants and student leaders to enhance leadership skills and community engagement.
- Developed community-building activities that increased student participation and engagement.
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Furman University
Greenville, SC
06.1994 - 06.1997
- Assisted head coach in developing game strategies and practice plans, contributing to team competitive readiness.
- Coordinated player recruitment and scouting efforts, enhancing talent acquisition for the program.
- Organized and led off-season skill development sessions, fostering player growth and readiness.
- Developed post position skills and delivered presentations at various educational institutions.
- Coordinated on-campus visits for official and unofficial events and oversaw the admissions and financial aid process.
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach (Restricted Earnings)
Furman University
Greenville, SC
06.1993 - 06.1994
- Scouted opponents, oversaw managers' responsibilities to ensure team readiness
- Organized practice plans and team travel arrangements to optimize preparation
- Directed camp operations, coordinated on-campus recruiting, managed film exchange
- Pre / Post Game Meals, Post Position Coach
Professional European Player
Konyaspor Club
Konya, Turkey
09.1992 - 04.1993
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Political Science
Furman University
Greenville, South Carolina05-1992
Skills
- Recruiting / Evaluation Assessment
- Player Development
- Strategic Game Management
- Problem Solver
- Establish / Maintaining Culture of Program
- Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance
- Academic Support
- Community Engagement
Family
Conserverina Yvette Evans [Rice], wife
Colin Burke, son (Senior @ Benedict College)
Warren Brice, son (Freshman @ South Carolina)
Coaching Highlights
Assistant Coach Highlights:
Atlantic Sun Player of the Year: (Moore), Atlantic Sun Defensive Player of the Year: (Aminu), Atlantic Sun Newcomer of the Year: (Horchler), Atlantic Sun Scholar Athlete of the Year: (Oriol, Hendricksen, Escobar), 1st Team All A-Sun: (Lanier, Hendricksen, Gandia-Rosa, Sams, Moore), 2nd Team All A-Sun: (Oriol, Placer, Hendricksen, Aminu, Horchler), 3rd Team All A-Sun: (Miles, Placer), Freshman of Year: (Aminu), Atlantic Sun All-Academic Team: (Harris, Murphy, Smith, Lanier, James, Aminu (2) Escobar, Hendricksen, Bodager), Atlantic Sun Newcomer of the Week: (Harris, Hicklen, Hendricksen, Hicklen, Day, Gandia-Rosa, Holchler (5)), Atlantic Sun Player of the Week: (Oriol, Miles, Smith, Lanier, Aminu, Horchler, Gandia-Rosa), Atlantic Sun All-Freshman Team: (Harris, Smith, Ayabar, Day, Aminu, Sams), Atlantic Sun All-Tournament Team: (Hendricksen, Sams, Moore, Bodager), CoSIDA Academic All-District Team: (Miles, Smith, Placer, Lanier, James, Aminu), NABC District 3 2nd Team: (Gandia-Rosa, Sams, Hendricksen), NABC District 3 1st Team: (Lanier, Moore), AP All-American Honorable Mention: (Moore), Arthur Ashe Jr Award Winner and National Runner-up: (Escobar), Atlantic Sun Regular Seasons Champions: (2019-2020), CBI Invitational: (2019-2020).
Head Coaching Highlights:
2004-2005: 17-11 overall; 10 game swing from previous year; 3rd place finish in North Division; Defeated D1 Charleston Southern, 2006-2007: 20-11 overall; Peach Belt Conference Tournament Champs (1st time in 12 years); 1st place finish in North Division; Defeated D1 Citadel (exhibition); NCAA D2 Participant in National D2 Tournament, Peach Belt All-Conference 2nd Team: (Jackson), Peach Belt All-Conference: (Jackson), Peach Belt Player of the Week: (Jackson (2)), Peach Belt All-Tournament Team: (Evans, Hodrea), Peach Belt Tournament MVP: (Griffin)
Timeline
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
University of North Florida
07.2016 - Current
Director of Player Development
Georgia Institute of Technology
08.2012 - 06.2016
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
University of North Florida
04.2009 - 08.2012
Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Lander University
04.2004 - 03.2009
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Gardner-Webb University
04.2000 - 04.2004
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Presbyterian College
06.1997 - 04.2000
Resident Director under Student Services
Presbyterian College
06.1997 - 05.1998
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Furman University
06.1994 - 06.1997
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach (Restricted Earnings)
Furman University
06.1993 - 06.1994
Professional European Player
Konyaspor Club
09.1992 - 04.1993
Bachelor of Science Degree - Political Science
Furman University