Kyron Cartwright
Kyron Cartwright is an American college basketball coach and former professional point guard who currently serves as the Assistant Coach and Offensive Coordinator for the Hampton University Pirates.
THE JOURNEY
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Responsible for approximately 60% of all game scouting. Led player development and helped install the offensive system during the program’s first year under a new head coach. Also served as equipment manager and played a key role in establishing the culture and day-to-day standards of the program.
Most wins in a season in 10 years.
Head all video/film breakdown. Ran a team of 4 managers and scout teams to teach players plays outside of practice time to expedite learning or out of position learning of plays.
Built various databases for players and coaches to access. Led summer workouts for multiple positions.
Player development, assistant in the weight room, and assisted in film break down.
Helped build playbook database for players in which they can see all plays offensively and defensively. It allowed them to see every play virtually with every option, in game and practice.
NCAA Tournament round of 64 appearance.
Ran player development, Scouting and recruiting.
As a player, Cartwright signed with Alba Fehérvár of the Hungarian Nemzeti Bajnokság on July 18, 2018. Cartwright averaged 9.1 points, 2.5 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.4 steals in 13 NB I/A games and 6.8 points, 2.3 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.1 steals in nine FIBA Europe Cup games.
THE STORY
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Mission
On a journey of helping young men build a foundation in life while assisting them in following their dreams.
I’ve had a lot of people come into my life through basketball who made a real impact on me and helped change my life. My goal is to do the same for young men by helping them build a strong foundation, find a sense of community and purpose, and continue developing their skills through basketball.
Aspirations
My ultimate goal is to be a head coach in the NCAA or internationally.
Leadership
I've helped support and develop 5 players reach their ultimate goal of playing in the NBA and several others of playing professionally.
Cultural Impact
Built a strong sense of community within the locker room, creating a place where players know they can always come back and feel connected. In an era where athletes move between programs more often, that sense of belonging and having a true home matters more than ever.
Recognition
College Playing Career
NCAA Tournaments: As a player, led the Providence Friars to the NCAA tournament in all four of his collegiate seasons.
All-Conference Honors: Earned Second-Team All-Big East honors and was named the Big East Most Improved Player for the 2016–17 season.
All-Time Ranks: Finished his collegiate career 3rd all-time in program history with 646 assists.
Professional Playing Career
Cartwright played three seasons of professional basketball overseas:
Hungary (2018–2019): Played for Alba Fehérvár in the Hungarian NB I/A and the FIBA Europe Cup.
United Kingdom (2019–2020): Played for the Leicester Riders in the British Basketball League, notably recording a career-high 19 assists in a single game.
Germany (2020–2021): Spent his final season of professional play with Phoenix Hagen in the ProA league.
Coaching Career
Transitioning to coaching in 2021, Cartwright worked his way up through various support and assistant positions:
2021–2022: High school assistant coach at St. Thomas Academy (MN) and NCAA DII assistant at Minnesota Crookston.
2022–2023: Special Assistant to the Head Coach (Ed Cooley) at his alma mater, Providence College.
2023–2024: Followed Coach Cooley to the Georgetown Hoyas men's basketball program as the Video and Social Media Coordinator.
2024–Present: Joined Hampton University under head coach Ivan Thomas, where he was promoted to Offensive Coordinator ahead of the 2025–26 season, helping significantly boost the team's offensive efficiency ratings.
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