CHRISTIAN NUNEZ
White Plains
Summary
Support and motivate athletes to maximize their potential on and off the court. Lead by example with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Committed to continuous improvement through coaching and ongoing learning to enhance knowledge and better serve student athletes and colleagues within the basketball community.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach/Director of Player Development
University of Delaware - Men's Basketball
Newark
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated player recruitment efforts and evaluated prospective athletes to strengthen team roster.
- Led skill development sessions focusing on fundamental basketball techniques.
- Developed game strategies and practice plans to enhance team performance.
- Analyzed game footage to provide feedback and improve player performance.
- Collaborated with head coach on team dynamics and player management.
- Mentored student-athletes on academic and personal development to promote holistic growth.
- Facilitated communication between coaching staff, players, and administration officials.
Director of Player Development
Saint Louis Men's Basketball
Saint Louis
01.2020 - Current
- Developed players through targeted coaching, scouted opponents to inform game strategy, recruited top talent to enhance team competitiveness, and monitored academic progress to support player eligibility.
- Secured NCAA tournament appearance and achieved 20+ wins in 3 of last 4 seasons, demonstrating consistent team success despite challenges posed by COVID.
- Developed player training programs for skill enhancement and performance improvement.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to identify player development needs and strategies.
- Organized workshops and seminars featuring guest speakers from the basketball community.
Graduate Assistant
Saint Louis Men's Basketball
Saint Louis
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed players and analyzed game film using SportsCode to enhance team strategy and performance.
- Contributed to NCAA tournament appearance through effective player development and operational support.
Assistant Coach, 16U
PSA Cardinals EYBL
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Responsible for recruiting, skill development, & served as offensive coordinator.
- Helped lead 16U team to Peach Jam semi-finals.
Assistant Coach
Iona Prep
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Responsible for skill development, film, opponent scouting, recruiting, and served as offensive coordinator.
- In first year, helped win the NYCHSAA league & sent 5 players to Division 1 schools.
Assistant Coach
White Plains HS
White Plains
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Primarily responsible for player development.
Education
Master of Arts - Higher Ed Administration
SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY
Saint Louis05-2021
Skills
- player development
- Game strategy
- Performance assessment
- opponent scouting
- video analysis
- Recruiting tactics
- team building
- Team dynamics
- athlete academic support
- player mentorship
- Leadership training
- stakeholder engagement
Player Development
University of Delaware: Recruited and developed the 2026 CUSA Rookie of the Year and 2nd team All-Conference player
Saint Louis: 4, 2X 1st Team All-A10 Conference, 2X All-Defensive Team, Improved 3PT% from junior to senior season, Led the nation in assists, A-10 1st Team All-Conference, Led nation in assists for second year in a row, A-10 1st Team All-Conference, 3, 3, A-10 Sixth Man of the Year, A-10 2nd Team All-Conference
Organization
Saint Louis Men's Basketball
Mission Statement
To help support and motivate everyone that I work with in order to maximize their full potential on and off the court. I am committed to lead by example with a positive attitude, passion, and a strong work ethic on a daily basis that will be contagious. Understanding that there will always be room for improvement with coaching, I will continue to be a student of the game and help sharpen my knowledge to better serve the student athlete, as well as my colleagues, and the basketball community.
Personal Information
Title: Dir. of Player Development
References
- Travis Ford, Head Coach, Saint Louis University, (413) 658-8716, travis.ford@slu.edu
- Corey Tate, Associate Head Coach, Saint Louis University, (314) 422-4577, corey.tate@slu.edu
- Will Bailey, Assistant Coach, Saint Louis University, (803) 243-6595, will.bailey@slu.edu
- Van Macon, Associate Head Coach, St. John's University, (732) 853-4071, maconv@stjohns.edu
- Terrance Williams, PSA Cardinals, (860) 463-0525
- Mark Carter, PSA Cardinals, (914) 830-0162
Recruiting Philosophy
Recruiting is extremely pivotal to any program in the country. Being able to recruit based off style of play, personnel, and the right fit for program culture is a recipe for success. Recruiting success is related to one's ability to nurture relationships on a daily basis. I will utilize my connections with the grassroot level programs in New York, as well as junior colleges and the transfer portal to ensure that we are competing to win championships and make the NCAA tournament yearly.
Coaching Experience
- Director of Player Development, Saint Louis, 01/01/20, Responsible for player development, opponent scouting, recruiting, and academic monitoring, NCAA tournament appearance and 20+ wins in 3 out of last 4 seasons (COVID)
- Graduate Assistant, Saint Louis, 09/01/19, 05/31/20, Responsible for player development, film breakdown (Sportscode), & assisting staff with all other program operations, NCAA tournament appearance
- Assistant Coach, 16U, PSA Cardinals EYBL, 01/01/18, 12/31/18, Responsible for recruiting, skill development, & served as offensive coordinator, Helped lead 16U team to Peach Jam semi-finals
- Assistant Coach, White Plains HS, 01/01/13, 12/31/17, Primarily responsible for player development
- Assistant Coach, Iona Prep, 01/01/17, 12/31/19, Responsible for skill development, film, opponent scouting, recruiting, and served as offensive coordinator, In first year, helped win the NYCHSAA league & sent 5 players to Division 1 schools
Timeline
Assistant Coach/Director of Player Development
University of Delaware - Men's Basketball
07.2024 - Current
Director of Player Development
Saint Louis Men's Basketball
01.2020 - Current
Graduate Assistant
Saint Louis Men's Basketball
01.2019 - 01.2020
Assistant Coach, 16U
PSA Cardinals EYBL
01.2018 - 01.2019
Assistant Coach
Iona Prep
01.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Coach
White Plains HS
01.2013 - 01.2017
Master of Arts - Higher Ed Administration
SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY