Keith’s Story

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I look forward to helping others grow not only as players but into successful individuals as well.“

- Keith Friel

“My decision to get into coaching was simple; I have loved the game of basketball for as long as I can remember. Basketball has afforded me a top-notch education, allowed me to see the world, and has provided me with lifelong friendships. As the son of a Division 1 coach, I was exposed to an endless pool of information and varying coaching styles. Once my professional career began to wind down I knew that coaching was all that I wanted to do. I sought to spread the same knowledge, passion, and love of the game that has been instilled within me. I look forward to helping others grow not only as players but into successful individuals as well.“

 

Playing Career:

Professional - Rochester Razorsharks:

  • All time leader in

    • Scoring

    • Field Goals

    • Three Pointers Made

    • Free Throws Made/Free Throw Percentage

    • Steals

College - University of Virginia (1998-2001):

  • Tri-captain of nationally ranked team

  • All Time Three-Point Percentage Leader (41%)

  • 90% Free Throw Shooter

College - University of Notre Dame (1996-1998):

  • Top 5 three point shooter in school history (46%)

  • Holds record for three pointers made in a single game, going 8-10 in 26 minutes

High School - Oyster River High School (1992-1996):

  • All time leading scorer (2,148 points)

  • 2-time State Champion

Other Awards:

  • ESPN’s Jay Bilas’ Top 5 Shooters in the Nation

  • 1999 10-Man NIT Nike Select All-Star Team

  • Big East Player of the Week

  • CNN Play of the Week - Buzzer Beater Against Ranked West Virginia

  • NBC Player of the Game - Victory over ranked St. John’s University at Madison Square Garden

  • 1996 New Hampshire Gatorade Player of the Year

  • 1996 Hoosier Lottery All-America Game

  • McDonald’s All-American Nominee