JEROME GRAY
Huntsville
Summary
Results-driven Division I men’s basketball assistant coach with expertise in player development, recruiting, and program building. Played a key role in conference championships and NCAA Tournament success. Currently contributing to Alabama A&M's record-setting wins while leveraging extensive grassroots and national recruiting experience to cultivate NBA and Division I talent across the Southeast and Midwest.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Alabama A&M University
HUNTSVILLE
04.2025 - Current
- Tied program record for wins in a single season
- Developed players' skills through targeted training, scouting, recruiting, and game preparation.
- Assisted head coach in developing practice plans and game strategies.
- Coordinated training sessions while monitoring athlete performance and progress.
- Analyzed opponent strategies to prepare tailored game plans for competitions.
- Facilitated team meetings to strengthen communication and foster teamwork among players.
- Participated in NCAA Division I competitions to enhance athletic skills and teamwork.
Director of Basketball Operations
Alabama A&M
Huntsville
04.2025 - Current
- Coordinated travel logistics for team members, ensuring timely arrivals and adherence to budget during competitive seasons.
- Managed scheduling of practices and games for optimal team performance.
- Oversaw compliance with NCAA regulations and requirements for the basketball program.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop training programs and strategies.
- Organized fundraising events, increasing community engagement and financial support for team initiatives.
- Monitored inventory of basketball gear and supplies for team needs.
- Assisted in recruiting efforts, enhancing program visibility and attracting potential student-athletes.
Assistant Coach / Director of Operations
Grambling State University
Grambling
08.2023 - 04.2025
- SWAC Regular Season & Tournament Champions
- First NCAA Tournament appearance in program history
- NCAA First Four victory
- Developed game strategies and practice plans to enhance student-athlete performance.
- Analyzed opponent game footage to identify strengths and weaknesses.
- Collaborated with head coach to recruit top prospective student-athletes, strengthening team roster.
- Organized team events and community outreach programs to increase community engagement and support.
Graduate Assistant
Grambling State University
Grambling
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Film breakdown, player development, scouting
- Contributed to NCAA Division I basketball program.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop game strategies and practice plans.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and skill development.
- Conducted individual player training sessions to enhance skills and fundamentals.
17U Coach / Assistant Director
Kevon Looney Power 5 AAU
Milwaukee
01.2017 - 08.2022
- Coordinated travel logistics for team members, ensuring timely arrivals for competitions.
- Managed scheduling of practices and games for optimal team performance.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop training programs and strategies.
- Organized fundraising events, raising funds to enhance team initiatives and boost community engagement.
- Monitored inventory of basketball gear and supplies for team needs.
- Developed relationships with local media outlets, increasing visibility and support for the program's activities and successes.
Head Coach
Young Coggs Prep
Milwaukee
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Led strategy sessions to plan competitive game tactics and approaches.
- Developed training programs that improved player skills and fostered teamwork.
- Evaluated player performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Organized game schedules and practices to maximize student athletes' development.
- Mentored assistant coaches to improve overall coaching effectiveness.
- Collaborated with parents to align on player progress and reinforce team goals.
- Fostered a positive team culture through open communication and support.
Education
Master of Science - Sports And Fitness Administration
Grambling State
Grambling, LA05-2024
B.A. - Sociology, Criminal Justice
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-2015
Skills
- Recruiting
- Player Development
- Scouting
- Game preparation
- NCAA compliance
- Video analysis
- Program management
- Operations
- Budget management
- Managing recruitment
- Facility oversight
- Leadership
- Team building
- Mentoring skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
Recruiting Regions
Southeast (AL, LA, MS), Midwest (WI, IL, IA), Strong grassroots & AAU relationships nationwide, 6+ years with Kevon Looney Power 5 AAU (national circuit), Proven evaluator of Division I talent
Notable Players Coached
- Amari Allen (Alabama)
- Davion Hannah (Alabama)
- Jamarion Batemon (Iowa State)
- Devin Brown (Coastal Carolina)
- Devontes Cobbs (Gulf Coast CC)
- David Bolden (NJIT)
- Javante Edwards (Canisius)
- Jaiden Martin (Parkland CC)
- Dalen Davis (Princeton)
- Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers)
- Alondes Williams (Washington Wizards)
- Deonte Burton (OKC Thunder)
- Kevon Looney (New Orleans Pelicans)
- Jalen Johnson (Atlanta Hawks)
- Kobe Johnson (College Park Skyhawks)
- Amari McCottry (Saint Louis)
- Sekou Kenneh (Milwaukee)
Playing Experience
- Eastern Illinois University
- Marshalltown CC
Coaching Experience
- Alabama A&M University, NCAA Division I, Assistant Coach, 08/01/25, 05/31/26, Tied program record for wins in a single season, Player development, scouting, recruiting, and game prep
- Grambling State University, NCAA Division I, Assistant Coach / Director of Operations, 08/01/24, 05/31/25, SWAC Regular Season & Tournament Champions, First NCAA Tournament appearance in program history, NCAA First Four victory
- Grambling State University, NCAA Division I, Graduate Assistant, 08/01/23, 05/31/24, Film breakdown, player development, scouting
Previous Experience
- Kevon Looney Power 5 AAU, 17U Coach / Assistant Director, 08/01/17, 05/31/23
- Young Coggs Prep, Milwaukee, WI, Head Coach, 08/01/17, 05/31/21
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Alabama A&M University
04.2025 - Current
Director of Basketball Operations
Alabama A&M
04.2025 - Current
Assistant Coach / Director of Operations
Grambling State University
08.2023 - 04.2025
Graduate Assistant
Grambling State University
08.2022 - 03.2023
17U Coach / Assistant Director
Kevon Looney Power 5 AAU
01.2017 - 08.2022
Head Coach
Young Coggs Prep
01.2017 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Sports And Fitness Administration
Grambling State
B.A. - Sociology, Criminal Justice
Eastern Illinois University