Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Sam Serata

Cherry Hill

Summary

Knowledgeable about the game of basketball with a proven ability to develop talent through strategic assessment and engagement. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and results-driven approach, as well as a demonstrated success in building strong relationships while consistently enhancing the team dynamics and achieving success on and off court.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Scout Team

University of Maryland Women's Basketball
01.2021 - Current
  • Practice 3X-4X weekly during season
  • Assist coaches with every aspect of practice and training
  • Travels on selected away games

Training Assistant

Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted training coach Dave Williams with every aspect of training
  • Individual daily workouts (4X weekly)

Training Assistant

Aaron Bradshaw (University of Kentucky)
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Individual daily workouts (2X weekly)
  • Concentration on ball handling & shooting

Training Assistant

Obi Toppin (Indiana Pacers)
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Assisted training coach with individual workouts

Assistant Basketball Coach

NJ Scholars
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Assistant basketball coach, 17U
  • Nike EYBL Circuit - National Team

Assistant Basketball Coach

Camden High School
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assistant basketball coach to current NBA Rick Brunson
  • Pre-Season National Ranking #5
  • NJ State Championship - 2022
  • Daily practice & weekly games
  • Additional responsibilities included scouting and film breakdown

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Sociology

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK
01.2025

Skills

  • Basketball coaching
  • Player development
  • Developing relationships
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Character development
  • Motivational leadership

Accomplishments

Basketball Player– Varsity 3yr Starter

Varsity Captain 2018 & 2019

Awarded 1st Team All-Conference 2018

Awarded 1st Team All-South Jersey 2018

Scout team- BIG10 champions Women's Basketball

Coach- 2021 NJ State Championship Camden High


Timeline

Training Assistant

Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks)
06.2022 - 06.2023

Training Assistant

Obi Toppin (Indiana Pacers)
06.2022 - 09.2022

Training Assistant

Aaron Bradshaw (University of Kentucky)
01.2022 - 06.2023

Assistant Basketball Coach

NJ Scholars
01.2022 - 06.2022

Scout Team

University of Maryland Women's Basketball
01.2021 - Current

Assistant Basketball Coach

Camden High School
01.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor's Degree - Sociology

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK
Sam Serata