Ray-Maurice Edwards
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Driven and accomplished Basketball Coach with a proven track record of helping athletes achieve their maximum level of athletic potential as well as increasing overall win/loss record year over year. Committed to fostering a positive team environment conducive to achieving success on and off the court. Adept in designing effective game plans, consisting of powerful defensive and offensive techniques as well as personal development for Student Athletes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Lincoln University Of Pennsylvania
Lincoln University, PA
07.2025 - Current
- Developed training programs to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
- Collaborated with head coach to strategize game plans and improve team dynamics.
- Analyzed player statistics to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Mentored student-athletes in personal development and academic success initiatives.
- Organized team practices, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Facilitated communication between coaching staff, athletes, and administration to streamline operations.
- Created detailed scouting reports to enhance team performance and player evaluation.
Men's Basketball Director
Student Athlete World USA
Charlotte, NC
06.2021 - Current
- Recruited Collegiate athletes nationwide to attend international basketball tours.
- Evaluated Players across the country at recruiting combines.
- Oversaw college coaches in international waters as they competed against european club teams.
- Coached teams compiled of Division2 annd Division3 players internationally.
- 2024 Portugal Basketball Festival Gold Medalist (23U)
- 2025 United World Games Gold Medalist (16U)
Assistant AAU Program Director
PA Coalition (Hoop Group Showcase League)
Philadelphia, PA
04.2017 - 08.2024
- Placed over 40 High school athletes on college basketball frosters ranging from Division 1 to Division 3
- Coached in Hoop Group circuit as well as EYBL/EYCL Circuit (Team Final)
- Assisted in recruiting high school student athletes from ages 14-17
- Planned logistics for travel and housing for all events and tournaments students competed in.
Head Coach
Penn State - Lehigh Valley
Center Valley
10.2019 - 05.2024
- 2019-20 (1-24) 2020-21 (Covid) 2021-22 (9-16) 2022-23(10-15) 2023-24 (16-10)
- Single Season Wins record in 2023-24 Seasons
- Recruited 9 All-Conference Players
- Designed daily practice plans, strength program, as well as academic monitoring.
- Served as a source of support and knowledge for student athletes and families.
- Word directly with athletic department in fundraising and athletic team promotion.
- Organized and dispersed program Bi-laws.
Associate Head Coach
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA
08.2016 - 10.2019
- 21016-17 (13-13) 2017-18 (19-9) 2018-19 (21-9) 2024-25 (23-6)
- Recruited Programs All-Time leading scorer.
- Recruited 11 All-Region XIX Athletes and 4 All Americans
- Won 3 conference Championships over 3 Seasons
- Assisted in the recruitment of sophomore athletes.
- Assisted in 13 Student Athletes signing Division 2 Scholarships
- Collaborated with head coach to strategize game plans and improve overall team effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
- Trained athletes and guided them to develop techniques to fit the program's system.
- Organized department fundraising efforts and collaborated with athletic administrators.
- Organized drills and implemented physical conditioning programs.
- Evaluated game video to better understand strengths and weaknesses of roster.
Education
B.S. - Athletic Training
Temple University
Philadelphia05-2015
High School Diploma - undefined
Freedom High School
Bethlehem05-2010
Skills
- Dynamic Coaching Techniques
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Program Management Skills
- Basketball Analytics
- Defense and Offense Techniques
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Student Athlete Mentorship/Personal Development
- Skill development
- Personal discipline
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Lincoln University Of Pennsylvania
07.2025 - Current
Men's Basketball Director
Student Athlete World USA
06.2021 - Current
Head Coach
Penn State - Lehigh Valley
10.2019 - 05.2024
Assistant AAU Program Director
PA Coalition (Hoop Group Showcase League)
04.2017 - 08.2024
Associate Head Coach
Northampton Community College
08.2016 - 10.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Freedom High School
B.S. - Athletic Training
Temple University