Orlando Vandross
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Dynamic and experienced basketball coach with a proven track record at the collegiate level, excelling in player development and game strategy. Skilled in recruitment coordination and fostering teamwork, I effectively enhanced player performance and academic success, ensuring compliance and promoting a positive team culture. Passionate about building winning programs and nurturing talent.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia
06.2018 - 03.2025
- Conducted skill development sessions to enhance player techniques and fundamentals.
- Analyzed opponent game footage to identify strengths and weaknesses for preparation.
- Collaborated with head coach on recruitment efforts for prospective student-athletes.
- Assisted in developing practice plans and game strategies for team performance.
- Facilitated communication between players, coaching staff, and administration regarding schedules.
- Monitored player academic progress to ensure eligibility and support education goals.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Consulted with athletic director and coaching staff to assess team structure and devise recruitment strategies.
Men's Basketball Director of Recruiting
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Developed comprehensive recruiting strategies to attract top talent across multiple departments.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, including screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates.
- Established relationships with external agencies to supplement internal recruiting efforts.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics to refine strategies and improve candidate experience.
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
UNC Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
03.2011 - 03.2015
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Coordinated and executed strategic game plans to secure wins in competitive environments.
- Analyzed player performance and game footage to identify areas for improvement and strategic adjustments.
- Fostered a positive team environment, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
- Monitored academic progress of athletes to ensure eligibility and academic success.
- Maintained compliance with all league, association, and school regulations and standards.
Associate Men's Head Coach
Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts
05.2007 - 05.2010
- Coordinated team practices to maximize player development and teamwork.
- Organized recruitment efforts to attract top talent for the university's athletic programs.
- Facilitated communication between players, parents, and university administration regarding team policies.
- Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss goals, review strategy, motivate players.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts
06.1997 - 05.2007
- Assisted in developing practice plans and game strategies for team performance.
- Conducted skill development sessions to enhance player techniques and fundamentals.
- Analyzed opponent game footage to identify strengths and weaknesses for preparation.
- Monitored player academic progress to ensure eligibility and support education goals.
- Collaborated with team boosters to promote fundraising and program support.
- Conducted scouting of opponents to prepare effective game strategies and counterplays.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for away games, ensuring logistics are efficiently managed.
Education
Master of Science - Athletic Leadership
Rider University
Trenton, NJ05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
American International College
Springfield, MA05-1992
Skills
- Player development
- Game strategy
- Opponent analysis
- Recruitment coordination
- Practice planning
- Team management
- Compliance oversight
- Academic monitoring
- Fundraising coordination
- Performance evaluation
- Team building
Accomplishments
- 2019 NCAA National Champions.
- 4 Time ACC regular season Champion.
- 8 NCAA Tournament Appearances.
- 13 Career Post-Season Appearances.
- 8 NBA Draft Picks Developed.
Timeline
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
University of Virginia
06.2018 - 03.2025
Men's Basketball Director of Recruiting
University of Virginia
06.2015 - 06.2018
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
UNC Charlotte
03.2011 - 03.2015
Associate Men's Head Coach
Boston University
05.2007 - 05.2010
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
Boston University
06.1997 - 05.2007
Master of Science - Athletic Leadership
Rider University
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
American International College
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