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WILLIAM CZECH

Huntington Beach

Summary

Men's Basketball Head Coach | Faith-Based Leader | Teacher

Championship-driven collegiate head basketball coach with 18+ years of success, a 328–191 record, and consistent national tournament appearances in the NAIA. Proven program builder known for developing high-level talent, winning cultures, and disciplined, competitive teams. Faith-centered leader committed to developing student-athletes spiritually, academically, and athletically in alignment with Concordia University Irvine.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Hope International University
Fullerton, CA
01.2009 - Current
  • Built and sustained a highly competitive NAIA program with an overall record of 328–191
  • Led program to 15 postseason appearances (13 NAIA, 2 NCCAA)
  • 1 Final Four appearance
  • 2 Elite Eight appearances
  • 5 Sweet Sixteen appearances
  • 8 Round of 32 appearances
  • 13 NAIA National Tournament bids
  • 3 GSAC Regular Season Championships
  • 1 GSAC Tournament Championship
  • 24 All-GSAC Selections
  • 4 GSAC Player of the Year
  • 1 GSAC Defender of the Year
  • 1 GSAC Freshman of the Year
  • 9 NAIA All-American Selections
  • 5 GSAC Coach of the Year
  • Developed 15+ professional players
  • Mentored student-athletes in academic success, leadership, and personal development
  • Fostered a culture of discipline, accountability, and character development
  • Emphasized sportsmanship and program integrity

Special Education Teacher

Fullerton Joint Union High School District
Fullerton, CA
01.1994 - Current
  • Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Specialized in working with students with Autism and Down Syndrome
  • Created transition programs focused on work experience, life skills, and independent living
  • Collaborated with faculty to ensure inclusive learning environments
  • Assessed and tracked student progress using data-driven methods

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Fullerton Union High School
Fullerton, CA
1996 - 2009
  • Overall Record of 219-141 (Most wins in school history)
  • Overall Record of 195-67 over last 10 years
  • 3 Freeway League Titles
  • 12 CIF Playoff Wins
  • 3 Top 10 Orange County Rankings
  • 1997 State Academic Champions
  • Team GPA above 3.0 across entire 14 year tenure

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

National University
Costa Mesa, CA
01-1999

Master of Science - Health Education

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
01-1992

Skills

  • Program Leadership & Culture Building
  • Recruitment & Player Development
  • Game Strategy & In-Game Adjustments
  • Strength & Conditioning Integration
  • Sports Psychology & Motivation
  • Academic Monitoring & Compliance
  • Discipline & Accountability Systems

Accomplishments

  • Witnessed multiple young men from our program give their lives to Christ, go on to live quality lives, and raise great families
  • Consistent postseason success over nearly two decades
  • Long-term player development with professional placement outcomes
  • Recognized conference leader with multiple Coach of the Year honors
  • Named to Silver Waves Media 50 Impactful D2/NAIA Coaches List

Timeline

Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Hope International University
01.2009 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Fullerton Joint Union High School District
01.1994 - Current

Master of Science - Health Education

California State University, Long Beach

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Fullerton Union High School
1996 - 2009

Master of Science - Special Education

National University
WILLIAM CZECH