Travis Nichols
| Title: | Head Coach |
| Phone: | (619) 388-2607 |
| Email: | tnichols@sdccd.edu |
DUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
College of Notre Dame, Belmont, CA
BA degree in Communications, 2000
United States Sports Academy, Daphne, Al
MA degree in Sports Science with an emphasis on Sport Coaching and Sports Management, 2012
BA degree in Communications, 2000
United States Sports Academy, Daphne, Al
MA degree in Sports Science with an emphasis on Sport Coaching and Sports Management, 2012
PLAYING BACKGROUND (HS, College or ProfessionaL)
High School: San Diego High School San Diego, CA
Community College: San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA
University: The College Of Notre Dame Belmont CA
Semi-professional: Culiacán Mexico
Semi-professional: San José del Cabo
Semi-professional: La Paz
Semi-professional: Mazatlán
Community College: San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA
University: The College Of Notre Dame Belmont CA
Semi-professional: Culiacán Mexico
Semi-professional: San José del Cabo
Semi-professional: La Paz
Semi-professional: Mazatlán
PLAYING BACKGROUND AWARDS / HIGHLIGHTS
COACHING BACKGROUND (Include HS, College, or Pro)
COACHING BACKGROUND AWARDS / HIGHLIGHTS
COACHING PHILOSOPHY OR BELIEF
WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR YOUR ATHLETES?
FAVORITE QUOTE
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO COACH AT MESA COLLEGE?
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY IN YOUR SPARE TIME?
San Diego High School: MVP/All Conference/All CIF
San Diego Mesa College: MVP/All Tournament/All Conference
The College Of Notre Dame: MVP/All Conference
San Diego Mesa College: MVP/All Tournament/All Conference
The College Of Notre Dame: MVP/All Conference
COACHING BACKGROUND (Include HS, College, or Pro)
San Diego Mesa College 2007-2019 Assistant till 2016
Hoover High School 2009-2011
Hoover High School 2009-2011
COACHING BACKGROUND AWARDS / HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights: Coached at Luke Walton/Richard Jefferson Basketball Camps
Assistant Coach: Hoover High School CIF DIV II Runner-Up/ Eastern League Champions 2010-2011
Assistant Coach: Hoover High School CIF DIV II Runner-Up/Eastern League Champions 2009-2010
Assistant Coach: Hoover High School CIF DIV II Runner-Up/ Eastern League Champions 2010-2011
Assistant Coach: Hoover High School CIF DIV II Runner-Up/Eastern League Champions 2009-2010
COACHING PHILOSOPHY OR BELIEF
My coaching philosophy focuses on respect. I treat my players the way I want to be treated, while also requiring them to treat one another with respect as well. Once I gain a player’s respect, the required discipline, determination, accountability and mental-focus falls into place.
WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR YOUR ATHLETES?
My goals are to guide my athletes to be responsible, accountable, self-motivated and hard working young men. This includes performing well academically as well as supporting them in becoming the best basketball players they can be, all while standing tall as pillars of their communities.
FAVORITE QUOTE
“The most common trait I have found in successful people is that they conquered the temptation to give up.” – Peter Lowe
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO COACH AT MESA COLLEGE?
I have had a special connection with Mesa since being a student and playing ball here myself. The compilation of fond memories, school pride, a desire to invest in my community and opportunities to expand professionally have driven me to give my best to both the students I work with and colleagues I have the pleasure of working alongside.
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY IN YOUR SPARE TIME?
In my spare time I enjoy reading, hiking, traveling, playing in men’s basketball leagues, lifting weights, opportunities for continued learning and spending time with my family and friends.
PERSONAL LIFE (MARRIED, SINGLE, KIDS)
Married