Bob Williams is the head coach of Fork Union Military Academy's postgraduate boys’ basketball program. Under Williams' leadership, Fork Union has achieved an impressive 102-44 record over four seasons.

Williams brought 24 years of collegiate head coaching experience to Fork Union, including a successful tenure at West Virginia University Tech from 2002 to 2019. At WVU Tech, he led the Golden Bears to the NAIA National Tournament in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2019. Williams' accomplishments at WVU Tech include being named "Coach of the Year" three times, recording his 403rd career win, producing 14 All-Americans, and securing three conference championships.

Prior to WVU Tech, Williams was the head coach at Glenville State College from 1997-2002 and the head coach at Jefferson Community College (NY) from 1995-1997.

Williams has also served as the associate head coach at Jefferson, an assistant coach at NCAA Division III Potsdam State (NY), and the head coach at Indian River High School (NY). His coaching journey began as a student-assistant coach at Ithaca College (NY).

On this episode Mike talks with Bob Williams about his extensive coaching career, which spans over two decades and includes significant achievements at various institutions, notably West Virginia Tech and Glenville State. We delve into his coaching philosophy, with particular emphasis on player development and the importance of cultivating a team-oriented atmosphere. Additionally, the conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of coaching in today’s rapidly evolving basketball landscape, particularly in relation to recruiting and player placement. Through Williams' insights, we gain a profound understanding of the dynamics of coaching at the preparatory level and the pivotal role it plays in shaping young athletes' futures.

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Website – https://athletics.forkunion.com/sports/mens-basketball

Email – [email protected]

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