Des Moines, IA, June 11, 2009 --(
PR.com)-- Andy Woodley joins The Orange Planet team effective immediately.
Andy Woodley served as Creighton University's assistant basketball coach after leading Iowa City High to the 2008 basketball state title. He became the youngest coach in Iowa history to win the Class 4A title and compiled a 40-8 record in two years there. He also coached Iowa's Mr. Basketball and Gatorade Player of the Year as well as two all-state selections. He previously coached two winning seasons at Sam Rayburn High School (2004-06) in Houston.
A three-year starter in the Northern Iowa basketball program from 1998-2002, Woodley ranked sixth nationally in steals per game as a junior. He graduated from UNI in 2002 with a degree in General Studies/Physical Education.
The Orange Planet, a premier Iowa athletic club focuses on hoops and health. The clubs owner, David Charleston has patiently sifted through many prospects over the past two years before connecting with Woodley. “The Orange Planet is establishing a reputation of teaching fundamental basketball while developing competitive players at levels. Andy Woodley’s winning basketball tradition and reputation of getting basketball players results simply fit into that mission and philosophy,” said Charleston.
Woodley comes from a family of coaches. His dad is head football coach at Grand View College and former assistant coach at Iowa State. His brother Matt is a men’s basketball assistant at Washington State. Brother Brian coaches football at Johnston High School (Iowa) and another brother Joe is defensive coordinator for Grand View football.
Andy and his wife, Casee, have a son, Drew (7) and a daughter, Alyx (1).
The Orange Planet basketball program teaches and trains individuals and groups from first grade all the way to college age. Their almost 30,000 sq. ft. facility is easy to find just off Hwy 5 in Pleasant Hill, IA. Complete academy and coaching information is available on the company’s website at TheOrangePlanet.com.
The BUZZ about Woodley
"Andy Woodley was always a "coach on the floor" when he played for me at UNI. He has a great feel for teaching the fundamentals of the game. His passion for helping young people reach their potential will make him a great fit for The Orange Planet." --Coach Greg McDermott, ISU Head Men’s Basketball Coach
“Andy has proven to be a fantastic teacher and coach of the game. His energy level, passion to improve his players and exceptional knowledge of the game make him a perfect fit for players of all levels to develop their basketball skill set.”--Coach Donnie Tyndall, Head Men's Basketball - Morehead State University- 2009 Ohio Valley Conference Champions - 2009 NCAA Tournament
"Andy can really coach and knows how to teach basketball. He comes from an outstanding coaching family with his Dad and brother, Matt. Andy naturally instills toughness and competitiveness into players that he coaches. He's worked for and been around some great coaches as well as winning a Championship as a head coach. He knows how hard you have to work to improve. " --Coach Lansing -Indiana State Basketball
“Andy Woodley has a great passion for teaching the game of basketball. His ability to analyze a player’s skill set and then develop an individual workout program to improve their game is very impressive. His track record of success as a high school coach is very impressive. Players of all ages in the Des Moines area will really enjoy working with Coach Woodley because of the pride he has in teaching and coaching the game of basketball. He will make you a better player!" --Todd Eisner, Creighton University Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
“Coach Woodley helped me improve my all around game. When my defense was slacking he showed me the proper techniques to make corrections. Coach Woodley and I worked endless hours in the gym developing my mid range game. In the long run, I received the player of the year award in the Missouri Valley Conference, honorable mention All-American, participant in the college three point contest and numerous NBA tryouts.” --Booker Woodfox - Creighton University- Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year ‘09
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