Pit Bulls add depth to coaching staff
May 24, 2005 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Miami Majesty News Release
Miami, FL. Tim Hardaway, President, GM and Head Coach of the ABA's 2005 expansion Florida Pit Bulls today announced the hiring of his two assistant coaches, Admore White and Rob Fodor.
Since 1999, Admore White has been the assistant basketball coach at Boyd Anderson High School in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, where he has compiled an impressive 73-11 overall record. Every year since 2001, he has also been the head camp coach at the All-American Basketball Camp in Pembroke Pines, Florida, which hosts over 100 participants per year. Mr. White played basketball for the University of Notre Dame from 1994-1997, and was the team captain in 1996 and 1997. He was nominated for Notre Dame's NAACP Athlete of the Year Award in 1996 and was a 4-year Monogram winner with the team. About Admore, Hardaway said, "Admore is a great coach and could be successful at any level, including the NBA. He is just as dedicated as I am to building a championship team and has a gift for helping young players reach their true potential. I am proud to have him on my coaching staff."
Rob Fodor has worked with Tim Hardaway in the past; he was Tim's professional shooting instructor while he played for the Miami Heat. In addition, he was also the shooting instructor for Alonzo Morning, Jim Jackson, Mike James, Darius Miles, Raja Bell and more. Rob grew up playing high school and college basketball in Detroit. At Hillsdale College, he was a 4-year starter, All-Rookie in conference, 2-year Converse All-American and 2-time All Conference and All-District and he played in the All-Tournament NAIA Final Four. Rob is Hillsdale's all-time assist leader for a single game, season and career and in the school's top 10 in scoring. His coaching experience spans 14 years. About Rob, Hardaway added, "I know what Rob can do because I've experienced it. He helped me as a shooting coach, and I know he can do the same for all our players which makes me very confident as a head coach. Rob is as good as they get, period."
For more information, visit www.floridapitbulls.com, email info@floridapitbulls.com or visit www.abalive.com.
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