Joe Ramey
Greenwood,IN
Summary
Dedicated and passionate about developing skilled, confident, and high-character players through a strong emphasis on fundamentals, basketball IQ, and accountability. Committed to creating a competitive but supportive environment that prepares athletes for long-term success on and off the court.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Varsity Assistant Coach
Greenwood Community High School
Greenwood, IN
04.2023 - Current
- Key Leader in overall program direction and culture
- Lead practice planning and execution, ensuring high-intensity, detail oriented and player focused development
- Design and implement comprehensive player development plans to support individual growth and team success
- Direct opponent scouting, film breakdown, and game planning to support strategic preparation and adjustments
- Mentor student-athletes on and off the court, emphasizing accountability, discipline, and team-first mindset
- Helped organize team events, including fundraisers, hosting youth tournaments and leagues, and community clean up days, fostering team cohesion
- Achieved an improvement in win totals from 8 to 15 wins in three seasons. Made it to the Johnson County Championship and Sectional Championship in 2 of the 3 seasons.
- Coached 6 all county team players and all conference team players. Coached 2 players that broke school records in assists and 1 player going on to play collegiate basketball on a scholarship
Greenwood Youth Basketball Program Director/Lead
Greenwood Community High School
Greenwood, IN
04.2023 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of the youth program (Grades 3rd-8th) helping to build a development pipeline to the high school
- Directed and manage key program initiatives: Week-long summer camp, Woodmen skills academy, and feeder team programs (MYT and Indiana Ball school leagues)
- Helped increase youth athletic participation by 40% in 3 years
Indiana Blue Demons- Founder/Coach/Youth Travel
Self-employeed
Greenwood, IN
05.2023 - Current
- Founded and currently run youth travel basketball program
- Handle all aspects of the program
- Practice planning and execution
- Tournament and league scheduling
- Communication with players and parents
MS4 Stormwater Manager
City of Beech Grove
Beech Grove, IN
04.2021 - Current
- Manage and oversee the day to day operation of the MS4 stormwater program for the City of Beech Grove
- Guide and lead 12 guys to provide the best practices in public administration and operational management
- Coordinated training sessions for staff, promoting professional development and skill enhancement.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed budget allocations, ensuring compliance with municipal regulations and fiscal responsibility.
Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
Beech Grove Community High School
Beech Grove, IN
04.2016 - 02.2018
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Coordinated communication between players, parents, and school administration.
- Assisted the JV and Varsity teams with practices, scouting, skills training, and stats as needed.
- Implemented game strategies to improve on-court performance.
- Evaluated player performance to provide individualized feedback for improvement.
Education
No Degree - Physical Education
St. Josephs College
Rensselaer, INHigh School Diploma -
Franklin Community High School
Franklin06-2005
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Indiana University East
Richmond, INNo Degree - Criminal Justice
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, INSkills
- Practice planning and player development
- Skill development
- Scouting and Film analysis
- Game preparation and strategy
- Youth program development
- Leadership, communication, and parent/athlete engagement
Timeline
Indiana Blue Demons- Founder/Coach/Youth Travel
Self-employeed
05.2023 - Current
Head Varsity Assistant Coach
Greenwood Community High School
04.2023 - Current
Greenwood Youth Basketball Program Director/Lead
Greenwood Community High School
04.2023 - Current
MS4 Stormwater Manager
City of Beech Grove
04.2021 - Current
Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
Beech Grove Community High School
04.2016 - 02.2018
No Degree - Physical Education
St. Josephs College
High School Diploma -
Franklin Community High School
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Indiana University East
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Indiana University Northwest
Playing Career
Franklin Community High School- 3-year varsity letter winner at Franklin Community High School, finished second all time leading scorer in school history at the time (2005) and was a 1000-point scorer. Made 1st team all Johnson County team 3 times, Johnson county player of the year my senior year. 1st team all mid-state team and first team all Indy metro south team, and was selected Indiana junior all-star team. Honorable mention my senior year for the Indiana All-star team.
College Career- Played 2 seasons at NCAA division 2 Saint Joseph's College. Played final 2 seasons at IU East/ IU Northwest (NAIA). While playing at IU East I led the nation in scoring average (28.6 points ppg). Hold school records for 3-pointers made in a game and in a season. Hold records for points scored in a season.
Pro Career- Played in the American Basketball Association (ABA) for 3 seasons. 1 with the Chicago Steam and 2 with the Indiana Diesels.