Valentine joined Mitchell's staff on August 4, 2022, and brings over 22 years of experience in player development and recruiting to the Huskies, most recently as an Assistant Coach at UIC.
Prior to UIC, Valentine was an Assistant Coach at new CAA member Hampton University. During his stint with the Lady Pirates, Valentine was named MEAC Assistant Coach of the Year, guiding Hampton to a 19-win season that culminated in the team’s fifth-straight MEAC Regular Championship and a Women’s National Invitational Tournament Second Round Appearance.
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Before Hampton, Valentine spent two years as the First Assistant Coach at Georgetown University, where he served as the team’s academic advisor, strength coach, and the team’s liaison for potential WNBA draftees.
He received a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from Southern Wesleyan with a minor in Athletic Coaching. He then went on to receive a Master of Science in Sport Administration from Hampton.
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