Kylee Watson
Linwood,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Division I Women's Basketball player with experience at Oregon, Notre Dame, and Villanova. Two-time team captain and three-year starter at Notre Dame, recognized as a McDonald's All-American and Jordan Brand Classic All-American. Passionate about developing student-athletes by building confidence, fostering strong relationships, and teaching the values of teamwork, accountability, and leadership both on and off the court.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Coach
Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Instructed youth athletes in individual skills development, including shooting, ball-handling, footwork, defense, and offensive concepts
- Led drills, small-group instruction, and live game play while providing individualized coaching and feedback
- Fostered a positive, competitive, and engaging learning environment for players of varying ages and skill levels
- Collaborated with Villanova Men's and Women's staffs to organize daily camp activities and ensure a high-quality experience for campers
- Served as a mentor and role model by emphasizing teamwork, communication, leadership, and sportsmanship
Graduate Student Athlete
Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Team Captain, Villanova Women's Basketball
- NCAA Tournament Participant
- Competed in the Big East Conference
- Served as a liaison between the coaching staff and players through weekly leadership meetings with the coaching staff to discuss team culture and communication
- Mentored younger teammates to cultivate a positive, accountable team culture
- Demonstrated leadership through effective communication, strong work ethic, and consistent practice habits
Student Athlete
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, Indiana
06.2022 - 05.2025
- Senior Team Captain and Three-Year Starter, Notre Dame Women's Basketball
- Two-time ACC Regular Season Champion (2023, 2025)
- ACC Tournament Champion (2024)
- Three Sweet 16 Appearances (2023, 2024, 2025)
- Top five in the ACC in blocks per game (2024)
- Earned Most Improved Player Award for significant growth in performance and contribution to team success (2023)
- Selected for ACC All-Academic Team, reflecting commitment to academic excellence alongside athletic achievements
- Played under Head Coach Niele Ivey
Camp Coach
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, Indiana
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Instructed youth athletes in basketball fundamentals through individual skill work and small-group instruction
- Assisted in leading drills, competitions, and live play while providing individualized feedback
- Built relationships with campers by fostering confidence, teamwork, and a positive learning environment
Student Athlete
University of Oregon
Eugene, Oregon
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Contributed to nation's #1 recruiting class
- Sweet 16 Appearance (2021)
- Competed under Head Coach Kelly Graves and assistant coach Mark Campbell (Current TCU Head Coach)
Education
Graduate Certificate - Advanced Liberal Arts
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Film, Theatre, And Television
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN05-2025
Skills
- Player development and mentorship
- Basketball IQ and skill instruction
- Effective communication and relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork and leadership
- Practice planning and time management
- Goal-oriented mindset and work ethic
- Competitive spirit
Accomplishments
- McDonald's All-American (2020)
- Jordan Brand Classic All-American (2020)
- Two-time Team Captain (Villanova, 2025-2026; Notre Dame, 2024-2025)
- Three-year starter at Notre Dame
- Two-time ACC Regular Season Champion (2023, 2025)
- ACC Tournament Champion (2024)
- Six NCAA Tournament Appearances
- Four Sweet Sixteen Appearances
- ACC All-Academic Team
- Top five in the ACC in blocks per game
- New Jersey Gatorade Player of the Year (2020)
- New Jersey Group lll State Champion (Mainland Regional High School, 2019)
Timeline
Camp Coach
Villanova University
06.2026 - 07.2026
Graduate Student Athlete
Villanova University
06.2025 - 05.2026
Camp Coach
University of Notre Dame
07.2023 - 08.2024
Student Athlete
University of Notre Dame
06.2022 - 05.2025
Student Athlete
University of Oregon
06.2020 - 06.2022
Graduate Certificate - Advanced Liberal Arts
Villanova University
Bachelor of Arts - Film, Theatre, And Television
University of Notre Dame