Anthony Clayton
Fontana,CA
Summary
Dynamic Head Basketball Coach with extensive experience in coaching, team management, fundraising, and player development. Expertise in implementing innovative offensive and defensive systems to enhance basketball IQ and adaptability among players. Proven track record of building disciplined, resilient teams while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and personal growth. Committed to empowering athletes to excel both on and off the court, contributing significantly to overall program success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Varsity Head Coach Girls Basketball
Fontana High School
01.2024 - Current
- Led team to CIFSS 2A Playoffs, achieving a 62% win rate with a roster of primarily first-year players.
- Designed and implemented conceptual offensive and defensive systems that improved team adaptability, decision-making, and basketball IQ.
- Developed individualized player programs to enhance skills, resilience, and confidence, resulting in measurable growth across all positions.
- Fostered a positive team culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and leadership development on and off the court.
- Conducted thorough game preparation, scouting, and in-game adjustments, consistently improving team performance against higher-ranked opponents.
- Mentored players in academic, ensuring success on the court aligned with classroom achievement. The team achieved an average of 3.6 GPA.
- Coordinated team recruitment, tryouts, and talent evaluation, building a sustainable pipeline for program growth.
- Implemented player problem-solving strategies to teach athletes how to learn from mistakes and adapt under pressure.
Varsity Assistant Coach, Boys’ Basketball
Fontana High School
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Contributed to team success, helping lead the program to 3 League Championships, a CIFSS 5AA Championship, and the State Regional Quarterfinals, achieving an 81% win rate.
- Collaborated closely with the Head Coach to determine player lineups, rotations, and positioning, optimizing team performance and matchup strategies.
- Assisted in designing and implementing offensive and defensive systems, improving players’ adaptability, basketball IQ, and execution under pressure.
- Coached individual players to enhance skill development, confidence, and game awareness, supporting both team and personal growth.
- Participated in scouting, game preparation, and in-game adjustments, contributing to strategic planning and execution.
- Fostered a positive, accountable, and team-first culture, reinforcing discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Supported recruitment and talent evaluation, identifying prospective student-athletes who aligned with program goals and culture.
15u Head Coach Boys’ Basketball
Rancho Elite
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Led the program to win the Prep Hoops West Coast Circuit, demonstrating elite competitive performance.
- Successfully developed and placed two athletes with college scholarships, showcasing a commitment to player growth and advancement.
- Directed all aspects of the program, including practice planning, player development, recruitment, and talent evaluation.
- Implemented conceptual offensive and defensive systems that enhanced team performance and basketball IQ.
- Fostered a positive, accountable team culture, emphasizing discipline, teamwork, and leadership on and off the court.
- Recruited and integrated 27 new student-athletes into the boys’ high school program, strengthening team depth and talent pipeline while maintaining a competitive culture.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
Director & Head Coach
High Rise Hoops
01.2005 - 01.2021
- Led the program to 2 West Coast AAU Championships, developing 14 athletes who earned college scholarships (including 6 female athletes).
- Led the program to 2 West Coast AAU Championships, developing 14 athletes who earned college scholarships (including six female athletes).
- Led the program to 2 West Coast AAU Championships, developing 14 athletes who earned college scholarships (including six female athletes).
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring, and training of coaches, team parents, and board members.
Varsity Head Coach Boys’ Basketball
Fontana AB Miller High School
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Led team to CIFSS 3A Playoffs
- Developed individualized basketball training programs for student-athletes, improving skills, court awareness, and leadership, resulting in multiple collegiate opportunities.
- Enhanced team presence and community engagement, increasing attendance at games and strengthening relationships with parents, alumni, and local supporters.
- Mentored student-athletes in basketball fundamentals, strategy, and mental preparedness, promoting success on the court while reinforcing academic achievement.
- Managed program operations and logistics, including practice planning, game preparation, and staff coordination to ensure smooth and effective team performance.
Education
Ph.D. - Business Administration, Emp. Strategy & Innovation
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN11.2023
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03.2018
Skills
- Transformational Leadership
- Conceptual Offense & Defense
- Player Development
- Game & Practice Planning
- Culture Building
- Recruitment & Talent Evaluation
- In-Game Adjustments
- Academic & Personal Support
- Problem-Solving Approach
- Community & Program Development
- Performance analysis
- Motivational techniques
- Fundraising
Certification
USA Basketball Coach License, NFHS Coaching Certification
Coaching Profile
- Primary Sport: Men’s and Women’s Basketball
- Coaching Level Experience: 20 years
- Varsity: 8 years
- Junior Varsity: 2 years
- Club Youth: 20 years
- Collegiate Training: 6 years
Player Development & Camps
- Organized and instructed at basketball clinics and summer camps for youth and high school athletes
- Designed training regimens to improve individual and team performance
- Evaluated player progress and provided constructive feedback
- Facilitated off-season conditioning and skill-building sessions
Coaching Philosophy
I lead with a transformational approach, focusing on player development on and off the court. My system emphasizes conceptual offense and defense, empowering athletes to think critically, problem-solve through mistakes, and grow into confident, resilient leaders.
Timeline
Varsity Head Coach Girls Basketball
Fontana High School
01.2024 - Current
Varsity Assistant Coach, Boys’ Basketball
Fontana High School
01.2021 - 01.2024
15u Head Coach Boys’ Basketball
Rancho Elite
01.2021 - 01.2022
Varsity Head Coach Boys’ Basketball
Fontana AB Miller High School
01.2010 - 01.2012
Director & Head Coach
High Rise Hoops
01.2005 - 01.2021
Ph.D. - Business Administration, Emp. Strategy & Innovation
Capella University
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Redlands
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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