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Rodriguez Thomas

Paducah,KY

Summary

Rodriguez Thomas is a former NCAA Division I basketball player and current graduate assistant coach for LSU Men’s Basketball. A native of Paducah, Kentucky, he holds a bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education from Murray State University and has completed a master’s in Leadership and Human Resource Development at Louisiana State University. Rodriguez specializes in evidence-based player development, combining sports science, analytics, and psychology to optimize performance. With experience in coaching, video analysis, and recruiting, he is equally committed to mentoring athletes beyond the game through leadership, discipline, and accountability.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Assistant

LSU Men’s Basketball
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Led individual skill workouts, including with NBA professionals
  • Organized and executed team practices, player development plans, and scouting assignments
  • Analyzed film and created video edits for player development and opponent preparation
  • Managed player progress tracking using analytics and reporting software
  • Supported recruiting operations, organized materials, and maintained recruiting databases
  • Assist with gear, equipment, and practice logistics
  • Contributed to NIT First Round appearance (2024)

Student-Athlete

Murray State University Men’s Basketball
Murray, KY
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • 2× Ohio Valley Conference Regular Season Champion
  • 1× OVC Tournament Champion & NCAA Tournament Appearance
  • Advanced to Round of 32 in NCAA Tournament (2022)
  • 18–0 conference record and 30-win season in (2022)
  • Ranked #19 in AP Poll (2022)
  • 2× OVC Medal of Honor Academic Award Winner

Education

Master’s - Leadership and Human Resource Development

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
05-2025

Bachelor’s - Health and Physical Education

Murray State University
Murray, KY
05-2023

Skills

  • Player Development & Skill Training
  • Sports Performance Analytics
  • Video Analysis (Synergy, Hudl, Sportscode)
  • Scouting & Game Preparation
  • Leadership & Mentorship
  • Organizational Communication
  • Recruiting Coordination
  • Equipment & Practice Logistics

References

  • Matt McMahon, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, LSU
  • Matthew LaBorde, Assistant AD / CFO, LSU
  • Nico Yantko, Director of Athletics, Murray State University
  • Kevin Saal, Director of Athletics, Wichita State University

Timeline

Graduate Assistant

LSU Men’s Basketball
01.2023 - 01.2025

Student-Athlete

Murray State University Men’s Basketball
01.2019 - 01.2023

Master’s - Leadership and Human Resource Development

Louisiana State University

Bachelor’s - Health and Physical Education

Murray State University

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