KYLE BENGE
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Proven basketball coach with high school and collegiate experience leading programs, developing athletes, and building winning cultures. Demonstrated success in guiding teams to championships, state tournament appearances, and sustained competitive growth. Strong background player development and community engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Warren East High School
04.2021 - Current
- Lead all aspects of varsity basketball program including player development, game strategy, staff leadership, and culture
- Won 15th District Championship (2022–2023) — program's first since 1989
- Advanced to 4th Region Semifinals
- Led team to KHSAA 2A State Tournament appearances (2023–2024, 2024–2025)
- Named 4th Region Coach of the Year (2023-2024)
- Named KABC 4th Region Coach of the Year (2023-2024)
- Kentucky 2A Section 2 Champion (2023-2024, 2024-2025)
- Built a disciplined, competitive program emphasizing accountability and academic success
- Developed year-round training programs and offseason development plans
- Increased community engagement, fundraising, and program visibility
Head Boys Basketball Coach
LaPorte High School
07.2017 - 04.2021
- Directed all aspects of high school basketball program including operations, scheduling, and player development
- Built strong relationships with administration, boosters, and community stakeholders
- Implemented offseason training and skill development systems
- Organized fundraising efforts for uniforms, equipment, and program needs
- Established program expectations, accountability standards, and team culture
- Monitored academic progress and supported student-athlete success
Top Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator
Saint Joseph's College
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Served as Head Recruiting Coordinator targeting Division I, II, and junior college prospects
- Helped lead team to first GLVC Tournament appearance since 2012
- Earned Top 25 win over nationally ranked University of Wisconsin–Parkside
- Directed strength and conditioning and post player development
- Oversaw academic monitoring through study tables and class checks
- Developed scouting reports, film breakdown, and game strategies
Top Assistant Coach
Graceland University
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Recruited and developed student-athletes at NAIA level
- Contributed to five Top 25 wins against NAIA Division I teams
- Assisted with practice planning, scouting, and game preparation
- Maintained film, stats, and scouting databases
Assistant Coach / JV Head Coach
Kentucky Wesleyan College
07.2014 - 05.2015
- Part of 22–8 collegiate program
- Led inaugural JV team to 8–7 record
- Designed practice plans, game strategies, and team operations
- Assisted with recruiting, scouting, and film analysis
Varsity Assistant Coach
Plymouth High School
01.2011 - 07.2014
- Contributed to 48–21 record and sectional championship team
- Developed guards and led skill-specific training
- Built and managed team film system (Hudl)
- Organized youth camps (100+ participants annually)
- Assisted with fundraising initiatives
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Huntington University
Huntington, INSkills
- Program Leadership
- Culture Development
- Player Development
- Skill Training
- Talent Evaluation
- Game Strategy
- Scouting
- Strength & Conditioning Oversight
- Community Engagement
- Fundraising
Timeline
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Warren East High School
04.2021 - Current
Head Boys Basketball Coach
LaPorte High School
07.2017 - 04.2021
Top Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator
Saint Joseph's College
05.2016 - 06.2017
Top Assistant Coach
Graceland University
05.2015 - 05.2016
Assistant Coach / JV Head Coach
Kentucky Wesleyan College
07.2014 - 05.2015
Varsity Assistant Coach
Plymouth High School
01.2011 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Huntington University
Playing Career Highlights
- 1,659 career points at Huntington University (Top 15 all-time)
- 2-year Team Captain | Career Record: 103–33
- NAIA National Championship Runner-Up
- All-Conference Honors (2nd & 3rd Team)
- Professional experience with Athletes in Action (Israel / Palestinian League)
- Indiana All-State | 1,979 career high school points (Top 100 in state all-time)