Introduction

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive, age-appropriate girls basketball program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and character.
• Plan and conduct engaging, organized, and developmentally appropriate practices focused on basketball fundamentals, offensive and defensive concepts, conditioning, and game preparation.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture built on respect, accountability, discipline, and commitment.
• Work collaboratively with the varsity girls basketball coaching staff to create continuity in player development, coaching methods, and overall program philosophy.
• Establish clear expectations for attendance, effort, preparation, and sportsmanship.

Player Development

• Provide individualized instruction and constructive feedback to help student-athletes improve their technical skills, basketball knowledge, decision-making, and confidence.
• Teach and reinforce fundamental basketball skills, including ball handling, passing, shooting, rebounding, footwork, defensive positioning, and team concepts.
• Develop players' understanding of offensive and defensive strategies, including spacing, transition play, man-to-man defense, and team defensive principles.
• Encourage participation, effort, and personal growth while creating opportunities for leadership development.
• Promote good sportsmanship, resilience, self-confidence, and respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, officials, and the game.
• Prioritize player safety by teaching proper techniques, emphasizing injury prevention, and ensuring adherence to all school and league safety protocols.

Game Strategy and Management

• Prepare the team for competition through effective practice planning, game preparation, and instruction.
• Develop age-appropriate offensive and defensive game strategies that promote teamwork, communication, and sound decision-making.
• Manage games in a manner that emphasizes learning, development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Make in-game adjustments while providing positive, clear, and constructive coaching.
• Provide opportunities for all student-athletes to contribute, develop, and grow throughout the season.
• Evaluate team and individual performance to identify areas for continued growth and improvement.

Community Engagement

• Maintain open and positive communication with parents and guardians regarding team expectations, individual development, schedules, and program goals.
• Serve as a positive ambassador for Wilmington Friends School and its athletic program.
• Promote the values of Quaker education through athletic competition, leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Participate in athletic department meetings and school-wide initiatives as appropriate.
• Support the continued growth and development of the Wilmington Friends School girls basketball program.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience in girls or boys basketball at the middle school, high school, youth, or collegiate level.
• Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals, offensive and defensive strategies, player development, and coaching techniques.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to mentor and motivate middle school student-athletes.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive, positive, and supportive team environment.
• Ability to teach basketball skills and concepts to student-athletes with varying levels of experience and ability.
• Commitment to upholding Quaker values of Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality, and Stewardship.
• Willingness to complete all required background checks, clearances, and certifications as required by Wilmington Friends School and applicable athletic governing bodies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous playing experience in basketball at the high school, collegiate, or higher level.
• Experience coaching girls basketball.
• Experience working with middle school-aged students.
• Familiarity with Quaker educational philosophy and/or experience working in a Quaker school environment.
• Experience developing players with varying levels of basketball experience, from beginners to advanced student-athletes.

Application Process

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