Coach Bios


Andre Smith
Head Coach
(951) 442-7997
Head Coach at Scale Prep Academy. Head Coach Scale Leadership Academy 2015-Present Developed of winning varsity athletic program including recruitment of players within district, supervision of coaching staff, and established a reputation as a coach that sets the highest standards for achievement on the court and in the classroom. Developed and monitored study hall for student athletes, created practice schedules and game plans, scouted opposing teams and established key strategies for wins over ranked opponents. Completed administrative duties in a timely and professional manner. Created strong ties with the faculty and staff at Scale Leadership Academy by contributing to committee work, volunteer work, and school fundraising events. Emphasized the character development of student athletes by including them in volunteer work, like organizing and participating in food and toy drives for underprivileged members of the Riverside community. • First Year 23-10 • Second Year 28-7 • National Prep Champions 31-6 TEACHING AND Coaching Experience: Head Coach Fullerton College (Fullerton, CA) 2009-2015 Recruited players, developed game plans and program management, developed strong ties to the community for public relations and fundraising, demonstrated a personal commitment to values-based coaching, and created a positive environment for young men to develop player potential, academic goals, and life skills. Assisted with the promotion of logger athletics and summer camps. Established a positive reputation with the community, founded by team volunteer work for charitable causes, including Toys for Tots. I have served on the student senate committee, along with being on the UMOJA Associate Head Coach Fullerton College (Fullerton, CA) 2006-2009 Recruited players, developed game plans, worked in cooperation with Head Coach in game and program management, developed strong ties to the community for public relations and fundraising, demonstrated a personal commitment to values-based coaching, and created a positive environment for young men to develop player potential, academic goals, and life skills. • Back to Back Conference Champions 24-3 • Overall Record 28-6 • RPI Ranking 2nd in the State • State Runner-up 2008 Associate Head Coach Riverside Community College (Riverside, CA) 2001-2004 Coordinated the recruitment of players, developed recruiting material, evaluated prospective student-athletes in terms of academic potential and character development, and coordinated on-campus visits. Planned and executed team travel and made equipment and uniform orders, and scheduled games and practices. Supervised assistant coaches and managers and assisted in their professional development. Handled administrative duties including (but not limited to) developing media material with Sports Information Director, participated in campus-wide committees and meetings within the PE/Athletics Division, and monitored the eligibility process in compliance with COA standards and codes of conduct. Assisted with the promotion of logger athletics and summer camps. Established a positive reputation with the community, founded by team volunteer work for charitable causes, including Toys for Tots. • Conference Champions 2001, 2004 • Elite 8- 2004 • Final Four 2001 TEACHER/HEAD COACH Perris High School (Perris, CA) 1998-2001 Developed of winning varsity athletic program including: recruitment of players within district, supervision of coaching staff, and established a reputation as a coach that sets the highest standards for achievement on the court and in the classroom. Developed and monitored study hall for student athletes, created practice schedules and game plans, scouted opposing teams and established key strategies for wins over ranked opponents. Completed administrative duties in a timely and professional manner. Created strong ties with the faculty and staff at Perris High School by contributing to committee work, volunteer work, and school fundraising events. Emphasized the character development of student athletes by including them in volunteer work, like organizing and participating in food and toy drives for underprivileged members of the Perris community. • 100% Graduation of Student Athletes • League Champions 1998 • CIF Second Round 1998-2001 Professional & College Basketball Playing Experience. Overseas Professional Basketball, 1985-1992. Southern California College Basketball Player Accomplishments. MVP All League All District Headliner of the Year (Orange County Register Newspaper.
Former player for head coach Andre Smith at Fullerton College. •Born and raised in Luanda, Angola. •Earned a bachelor Degree in International Business and marketing. • Skill development coach for JW Basketball in Orange County. •Skill Development for San Gabriel Valley and Byron Scott Basketball Camp Academy. •Assistant and Skill development Coach for the Philadelphia Ballers with Big Baller Brand. •Scale Prep National Academy Assistant coach and Head coach for the regional team. Professional and college basketball experience. •Played for the junior national team before moving to United States. •A scholar athlete who earned all league defense player for the sac conference in North Carolina for Mars Hill University. •Top 10 rebounds and blockers in the same conference for junior and senior year. •Excellence in Athletic Academics Senior Award •Drew League and Venice beach player for Pro Shot West and Chance Athletics •Headliner on the National Sports Newspaper (Angola) for International Student-Athlete Achievement. My goal is to inspire young athletes to know more than just basketball, and to learn life skills on and off the court. We push young men to achieve their highest potential in everything they do. Contact info: Cellphone: (828) 319-7605 Email: [email protected] https://youtu.be/FCzGC6M1fwY
Anthony Nichols
Assistant Coach
(909) 717-7031
Coach Anthony Nichols has over 11 years coaching experience. He has coached at the High School level @ Canyon Spring High School and Scale Prep Academy, he is the founder of Cali Elite Basketball. A graduate of Grand Canyon University- BS Applied Management Coach Anthony spent 13 Years working in the Fitness industry with Bally Total Fitness as The Regional Director of Fitness and Exercise Science. He is National Academy Sports Management & CSCS Certified , and has trained & development of athletes of every of any caliber from beginner to advance professionals. Building Character through Faith, Commitment and Hard work! There are many things that are essential to arriving at true peace of mind, and one of the most important is faith, which cannot be acquired without prayer. “John Wooden”

Team Admins


Konnie Vu
Fundraising Coordinator