Matt Figger
Edinburg,PA
Summary
Committed Head and Assistant Coach with 31 years of experience developing athletes by mentoring and motivating. Talented at recruiting key players, leading practices and actively coaching during games. Taught ethical conduct and good sportsmanship to promote professionalism and positive image for players and institution.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Men's Basketball Coach
UTRGV
Edinburg, TX
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Organized, directed, and supervised all aspects of the men's basketball program.
- Created an effective practice plan that maximized the team's efficiency and prepared them for competitive play.
- Scheduled regular meetings with staff to review progress, assess performance, and develop strategies for improvement.
- Evaluated opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to devise game plans accordingly.
- Monitored the academic progress of players on a regular basis to ensure eligibility standards were met.
- Provided leadership guidance for student-athletes both on and off the court .
- Supervised assistant coaches in their daily tasks and duties as assigned by head coach.
- Enforced NCAA regulations pertaining to student-athlete recruitment, eligibility requirements.
Head Men's Basketball Coach
Austin Peay University
Clarksville, TN
04.2017 - 03.2021
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive recruiting strategy to identify and evaluate prospective student-athletes.
- Created an effective practice plan that maximized the team's efficiency and prepared them for competitive play.
- Organized, directed, and supervised all aspects of the men's basketball program.
- Monitored the academic progress of players on a regular basis to ensure eligibility standards were met.
- Evaluated opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to devise game plans accordingly.
- Assisted with budgeting responsibilities related to the men's basketball program.
- Provided leadership guidance for student-athletes both on and off the court .
Associate Head Coach
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
04.2012 - 04.2017
- Coordinated with the head coach to develop strategies for upcoming games.
- Assisted in developing practice plans, drills, and exercises for team members.
- Created scouting reports for upcoming opponents.
- Provided guidance to players on technique and strategy during practices and games.
- Conducted individual meetings with players to discuss their progress and goals.
- Enforced team rules, policies, regulations, and codes of conduct.
- Supervised assistant coaches in their daily duties.
- Developed a positive rapport with student-athletes to foster an inclusive environment.
- Attended recruiting events such as college showcases or tournaments to scout potential talent.
- Scheduled team activities such as practices or community service projects.
Recruiting Coordinator
Kansas State University Foundation
Manhattan, KS
06.2007 - 04.2012
- Assisted head coach with game and practice planning.
- Conducted individual workouts to improve players' basketball skills.
- Monitored student athletes' academic eligibility status according to NCAA rules.
- Oversaw all aspects of Recruiting
- Assisted with the development of recruiting strategies to attract top talent.
- Monitored student athletes' academic progress to ensure eligibility for participation in athletic activities.
- Provided individual instruction and mentoring for student athletes on technical skills, tactics, and game strategy.
- Conducted scouting of opposing teams to help devise effective game plans.
Assistant Basketball Coach
University of South Alabama Medical Center
Mobile, AL
04.2002 - 04.2007
- Assisted head coach with game and practice planning.
- Developed a system for tracking player performance, stats, and analytics.
- Organized team travel arrangements, including hotel reservations and transportation.
- Conducted individual workouts to improve players' basketball skills.
- Provided guidance to players regarding their academic progress and career goals.
- Monitored student athletes' academic eligibility status according to NCAA rules.
- Attended recruiting events to identify potential student athletes for the program.
- Created scouting reports for upcoming opponents.
Assistant Basketball Coach
Odessa College
Odessa, TX
07.1999 - 04.2002
- Assisted head coach with game and practice planning.
- Organized team travel arrangements, including hotel reservations and transportation.
- Conducted individual workouts to improve players' basketball skills.
- Provided guidance to players regarding their academic progress and career goals.
- Monitored student athletes' academic eligibility status according to NCAA rules.
- Attended recruiting events to identify potential student athletes for the program.
- Created scouting reports for upcoming opponents.
- Collaborated with Head Coach to plan and coordinate practice sessions.
- Monitored All Academics
Assistant Basketball Coach
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN
07.1994 - 07.1999
- Assisted head coach with game and practice planning.
- Organized team travel arrangements, including hotel reservations and transportation.
- Conducted individual workouts to improve players' basketball skills.
- Worked with the strength and conditioning coach on designing off-court training programs.
- Provided guidance to players regarding their academic progress and career goals.
- Monitored student athletes' academic eligibility status according to NCAA rules.
- Attended recruiting events to identify potential student athletes for the program.
- Created scouting reports for upcoming opponents.
Assistant Basketball Coach
Wabash Valley College
Mount Carmel, IL
04.1993 - 04.1994
- Assisted head coach with game and practice planning.
- Organized team travel arrangements, including hotel reservations and transportation.
- Coordinated team meals before games and practices.
- Conducted individual workouts to improve players' basketball skills.
- Provided guidance to players regarding their academic progress and career goals.
- Monitored student athletes' academic eligibility status according to NCAA rules.
- Attended recruiting events to identify potential student athletes for the program.
- Created scouting reports for upcoming opponents.
- Evaluated video footage of both our own team's performance as well as opponents' performances.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY12-1995
Skills
- Scouting
- Physical Conditioning
- Skills Assessment
- Staff Management
- Offensive strategy
- Recruiting
- Game management
- Game Strategy Development
Accomplishments
- 2018 OVC Coach of The Year
- 2018 National Finalist For Hugh Durham Coach of The Year
- 2017 Final Four Participant
- Two Elite Eights
- 7 NCAA Tournament Appearances
- 2 Sun Belt Conference Championships
- 4 NJCAA National Tournament Appearances
- 1 CBI Tournament
- 3 NIT Appearances
- National Leader in Community Services All Men's Division 1 sports 2023
- NABC Academic Honor Court 2018
Timeline
Head Men's Basketball Coach
UTRGV
03.2021 - 03.2024
Head Men's Basketball Coach
Austin Peay University
04.2017 - 03.2021
Associate Head Coach
University of South Carolina
04.2012 - 04.2017
Recruiting Coordinator
Kansas State University Foundation
06.2007 - 04.2012
Assistant Basketball Coach
University of South Alabama Medical Center
04.2002 - 04.2007
Assistant Basketball Coach
Odessa College
07.1999 - 04.2002
Assistant Basketball Coach
Vincennes University
07.1994 - 07.1999
Assistant Basketball Coach
Wabash Valley College
04.1993 - 04.1994
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Eastern Kentucky University