Monty Gray
Kernersville,NC
Summary
Proven basketball coach with 17+ years of head coaching experience and 200+ career wins. Skilled in program building, player development, and recruiting. Seeking to lead Winston-Salem State University Men’s Basketball to CIAA championships while fostering student-athletes’ success on and off the court.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boys Varsity Head Coach
Ronald Reagan High School
Pfafftown, NC
01.2024 - Current
- Leading program with focus on culture, development, and competitiveness
- Current season record: ~8–9
- Recruiting and developing local talent for collegiate opportunities
Boys Varsity Head Coach
East Forsyth High School
Kernersville, NC
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Record: 65–31, multiple state playoff appearances
- Developed college-level players
- Built one of the most successful program stretches in school history
Boys & Girls Head Coach
Forsyth Country Day School
Lewisville, NC
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Boys: 18–34 | Girls: 15–9
- Rebuilt program culture and competitiveness
Boys Head Coach
Glenn High School
Kernersville, NC
06.2000 - 06.2009
- Focused on player development and competitive program building
Girls Head Coach
R.J. Reynolds High School
Winston-Salem, NC
06.2000 - 06.2003
- Turned winless program into 25–4 team in three seasons
- Developed college-level players
- Established program culture and discipline foundation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC05-1998
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Queens University of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-2017
Skills
- Program building & team culture
- Player skill development & leadership
- Recruiting & talent evaluation (NC & Southeast)
- Defensive/offensive strategy implementation
- Academic mentorship & student-athlete growth
- Community engagement & alumni relations
Certification
- Physical Education (Grades K - 12)
- Certified Teacher, State of North Carolina
- School Administrator Licensure
Timeline
Boys Varsity Head Coach
Ronald Reagan High School
01.2024 - Current
Boys Varsity Head Coach
East Forsyth High School
01.2020 - 01.2024
Boys & Girls Head Coach
Forsyth Country Day School
01.2017 - 01.2020
Boys Head Coach
Glenn High School
06.2000 - 06.2009
Girls Head Coach
R.J. Reynolds High School
06.2000 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Winston-Salem State University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Queens University of Charlotte
COACHING ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- 200+ career wins across boys and girls programs
- Multiple state playoff appearances & conference championships
- Developed numerous all-conference players & college recruits
- Expertise in program rebuilding, culture development, and leadership
- Extensive North Carolina recruiting network
- Strong focus on academic accountability and character development
KEY METRICS
- Career Wins: 214+
- Seasons as Head Coach: 17+
- East Forsyth Record: 65–31
- Program Rebuilds: 3 (Reynolds girls, FCD boys & girls, East Forsyth boys)
- College-Level Players Coached: Multiple
- Local Recruiting Network: Extensive (NC & Southeast)