Head Performance Coach, San Diego Clippers

About the role

The San Diego Clippers Head Performance Coach plays a key role in supporting player health, availability, development, and on-court performance throughout the G League season. This position is part of the Performance, Health and Wellness team and works closely with the Head Athletic Trainer, medical staff, coaching staff, and Basketball Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the San Diego Clippers' daily athletic performance program, establishing standards for player preparation, physical development, strength and conditioning, movement preparation, activation, lifting, conditioning, recovery, and post-practice/game performance readiness.
• Design, implement, and adjust individualized and team-based performance programs based on each player’s physical profile, developmental goals, workload, position, injury history, and the demands of professional basketball.
• Collaborate with Head Athletic Trainer, Performance, Health and Wellness, coaching staff, and Basketball Operations to align player training, workload, recovery, and return-to-play with team priorities, practice plans, and game schedules.
• Lead athlete monitoring and performance testing processes, using appropriate technologies and methods to evaluate readiness, workload, and overall development.
• Collect, analyze, and communicate performance data, translating insights into actionable recommendations for players, coaches, medical staff, and Basketball Operations.
• Collaborate with nutrition and culinary staff to support player fueling, hydration, supplementation, and recovery strategies.
• Support player onboarding and development through assessments, performance profiles, individualized plans, and clear performance expectations.
• Support LAC Performance, Health & Wellness team throughout the year, including training camp, pre-draft workouts, NBA Combine, Summer League, and other related initiatives as assigned.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development, innovation, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the San Diego Clippers and the broader Performance, Health and Wellness department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Sports Science, or a related field required; master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in professional, collegiate, G League, or comparable high-performance environments; basketball experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and managing individualized and team-based strength and conditioning programs, with a strong understanding of the physical demands of basketball.
• Experience using athlete monitoring and sports science technologies, including GPS, force plates, and VALD systems preferred.
• Demonstrate strong interdisciplinary collaboration, communication, and organizational skills, and handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing schedules and player needs, and maintain a high standard of detail and execution in a fast-paced environment.