“We are very fortunate to have Jackie join our staff,” Finley said. “Her experience, knowledge of the game, and passion for connecting people have an immediate impact on our program. Jackie has an infectious personality and a desire to cheer up the people around her. Born and raised in Florida, we are excited to welcome Jackie home. It’s part of the Gatenation! “
Originally from Panama City, Florida, Moore joined the Gators after spending the last 10 seasons at Arizona State University, where he was Deputy Head Coach for the last five seasons.
“I’m excited to participate Kelly Ray Finley, Her staff and Gator Nation to win the championship at the University of Florida, “Moore said. Looking forward to our partnership with Kelly, we will continue to bring the coaching experience to the University of Florida Women’s Basketball and continue to build a culture and tradition of victory. “
“Needless to say, Florida is one of the best athletic departments in the country. Scott StricklinWomen’s commitment and support for sports in college is not overlooked. Growing up in Florida, I was a lifelong gator fan, but now it’s official. Let’s get to the job of Gatornation. “
Originally joining Arizona staff on June 14, 2012, Moore boasts over 20 years of coaching experience as an assistant at UMass, Boston College, Miami (Florida), and Nevada. While she was at ASU, Moore’s guidance and recruitment helped ASU record 20 wins (2014-20) for seven consecutive seasons. The stretch included six consecutive NCAA tournament appearances in the school record – ASU was preparing for a seventh consecutive NCAA trip to the NCAA prior to the cancellation of the 2020 NCAA tournament by COVID-19. – And the share of the 2016 Pac-12 Regular Season Championship.
Prior to entering Arizona State University, Moore spent three seasons (2005-08) as an assistant coach at the University of Nevada. During her time in Nevada, where she was the recruitment coordinator, Wolfpack made their first postseason appearance in school history during the 2006-07 campaign.
Moore also served as a co-recruitment coordinator while performing short-term missions in Miami, Florida, organizing scouts, and developing border players to help hurricanes reach the NCAA tournament in 2004. ..
In 2002-03, Moore served as a coaching staff, leading Boston University to finish the season with a 22-9 record and appear in the first NCAA Sweet 16 in school history.
Prior to working at Boston University, Moore spent three years as an assistant coach at the University of Massachusetts. At Minutewomen, she was responsible for recruiting future student athletes for the team, scheduling and scouting opponents, and overseeing the team’s pre-season conditioning program.
Moore was the head coach of Santa Fe Community College in Gainesville, Florida for six seasons (1993-99). Moore began his coaching career at his alma mater, Armstrong State University in Savannah, Georgia, and served as two assistants. season.
Four years as a security guard, two years at Santa Fe CC, two years at Armstrong, and Moore earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Armstrong in 1991. Panama City, Florida holds a Master’s degree in Health Sciences from the University of Georgia. Southern University in 1993.
What they are saying about Jackie
“One of the things I want to share about Jackie is that she has never had a bad day for 10 years. She always shows good energy and offers everything she has every day. She is a great mentor and our student athletes loved her not only because she is good at cooking, but also because she is a great person. Jackie, we are student athletes I agreed with our vision of how we want to be there and how we want to run our program. The experience she brings helps Kelly and her staff do whatever they need. Please. She is a great coach, good scout and has experience in all areas, so she is in the best position to assist her staff. In addition, Jackie is a good recruiter and has a relationship. A person and it is shown in the body of her success and work. “
-Char Returner Thorn, Head Coach of Arizona from 1996 to 2022
“”Kelly Ray Finley The Gator’s has taken the SEC’s ladder one step further in hiring Jackie Moore. Originally from Florida, Jackie has an impressive coaching experience and an infectious personality that makes people better. What a wonderful addition to the Gator program! Gatornations will love the energy, passion and experience Jackie brings to women’s basketball. “
-Carol Ross, former Florida Gators / Los Angeles Sparks head coach
“Jackie is a great teacher of games. The passion she brings to the program speaks for itself. Moore Coach is a great communicator and knowledgeable. She is in training players and studying games. I’m working. She’s just a great person. I’m very happy that she’s a Gator. I’m lucky to have her in Florida. “
-Ferne Labati, former Miami (FL) head coach
“Moore is an elite national recruiter and coach of passionate players. She will soon have a positive impact. This is a great job for the University of Florida.”
-Latricia Trammell, Los Angeles Sparks Assistant Coach
“I’ve known Jackie for a long time and realized that she’s a coach who really cares for others first and foremost. She’s a great guy coaching for all good reasons. Most importantly. Helping athletes reach their goals. Life and Court Dreams She plays a big role in winning the program at the highest levels and knows what it takes every day to be the best as a team. This is a very good job for Florida, not only because she is a very talented coach, but also because she is a true team player who will be an integral part of the future success of the Gators.
-Former Boston Celtics NBA Championship Coach Kevin Eastman
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