Courtney McDaniel

An innovative and transformational coach who is equipped to support the mission and vision of an athletics program. Confident communicator with the ability to build positive relationships while teaching new skills and guiding the development of the existing culture. Passionate about mentoring young adults, developing positive leaders, and challenging young adults to reach their full potential. A former collegiate and high school head women's basketball coach, with direct experience assisting with day-to-day team/program operations and with proficient knowledge, strategies, and techniques that will provide opportunities to be successful on and off the basketball court. Confident in the ability to use the game of basketball to propel others to succeed in life. A relentless work ethic and years of experience in teaching, motivating, and instilling standards that will positively impact the lives of student-athletes, develop the culture of the program, and enhance school community involvement.

• Founder-Director-Coach, Tennessee Attack Girls AAU Basketball Organization, 01/01/09, 12/31/10, Oak Ridge, TN
• Director of Player Development, Tennessee Flight Select Girls AAU Basketball Organization, 01/01/10, 12/31/13, Knoxville, TN
• Assistant Coach Basketball, Christian Academy of Knoxville, 01/01/06, 12/31/08, Knoxville, TN
• Assistant Coach Basketball and Softball/ Para-Pro, Gatlinburg Pittman High School, 01/01/11, 12/31/12, Gatlinburg, TN
• Girls' Basketball Head Coach/Teacher Assistant, Greenback School, 01/01/12, 12/31/13, Greenback, TN
• Head Women's Basketball Coach, Northwood University (now Keiser University), 01/01/13, 12/31/15, West Palm Beach, FL
• Assistant Women's Basketball Coach, King University, 01/01/15, 12/31/17, Bristol, TN
• Girls' Basketball Head Coach, Archbishop Coleman Carroll High School, 01/01/17, 12/31/18, Miami, FL
• Girls Basketball Head Coach, Somerset Academy, 01/01/18, 12/31/19, Boynton Beach, FL
• Girls' Basketball Head Coach, Doral Academy Preparatory School, 01/01/19, 12/31/22, Miami, FL

• Strength and Conditioning Coach, Courtney McDaniel Basketball Clinics, Camps, and Training, Knoxville, TN
• Strength and Conditioning Coach, Johnny Long's Training Academy, Knoxville, TN
• Sports Training SAQ Coach, Performance Training Incorporated, Knoxville, TN

• University of Tennessee Women's Basketball Player, 08/01/00, 05/31/04, SEC Academic Athlete 2000-2004, Team Member as Coach Summitt won her 1000 game, 4-Time SEC Regular Season Championships, 3 NCAA National Championship Final Four Appearances
• Limerick Aughinish Basketball Club, Ireland, 01/01/05, 12/31/08, Professional Basketball Player/Coach, A 3-year professional basketball career in Limerick, Ireland, Led UL to 2 National Cup Championships, Awarded Most Valuable Player Irish League play 2005, 2006, 2007, Female Forward of the Year 2007

• Head Girls' Basketball Coach, Doral Academy Preparatory School, 03/01/19, 11/03/22, Doral, FL, Worked with other members of the school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of all student-athletes., Organized, developed, and conducted yearly team playdays, tournaments, and clinics., Instructed and advised students on regulations concerning academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices., Coordinated school gym scheduling for all athletics and academics., Helped all upperclassmen who aspired to play at the next level obtain college scholarships., 2019-20: 13-10 record, Signed 1 of 2 seniors to Athletic Scholarship, 2020-21: 14-10 record District Champions, Signed 2 of 2 seniors to Athletic Scholarships, 2021-22: 12-13 record District Runner up, Regional Semifinals, Signed 1 of 2 seniors to Athletic Scholarship, Increased the number of student-athletes involved in the girls' basketball program each year which helped us begin a girls' middle school team.
• Assistant Women's Basketball Coach, King University, 01/01/15, 12/31/17, Bristol, TN, In charge of player development and skills workouts., Developed a successful strength and conditioning program with various measurements to track play improvement., Responsible for in-state athletic recruitment and academic scholarships., Assisted in day-to-day administrative duties such as compliance meetings of rules and regulations, academic monitoring, and budgeting program expenses., Responsible for strength and conditioning regimen throughout the season and managing community services events for the program., 2015-2016: 19-12 record, Signed a dominant recruit class for 2016-17, 2016-17: 25-7 record, Conference Carolina Tournament Champions, 1st ever NCAA tournament appearance
• Head Women's Basketball Coach, Northwood University (Now Keiser University), 01/01/13, 12/31/15, West Palm Beach, FL, Maintained open and effective avenues of communication with players, parents, and school representatives., Innovated academic standards and disciplines to help our program maintain a 3.5 G.P.A. through two seasons., Planned, maintained, and monitored the program budget by meeting with the athletic director., Provided mental focus exercises, team enhancement development, and leadership training to improve player performance and personal character., 2013-2014: Hired as an assistant and took over Head Coaching position, 15-14 record, Sun Conference Tournament Runner-up, Finished 2nd in the conference, Team received academic honors from Sun Conference for GPA, 2014-2015: 5-22