LCP: From Adelphi Panther Student-Athlete to NBA Champion
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David Akinyooye ’11 started his career journey as a student-athlete playing Men’s Basketball for Adelphi University. He played professional basketball for the Springfield Armor before transitioning into a coaching position for the New York Knicks from 2012-2013. In 2013-2014, he served as a player development assistant for the San Antonio Spurs. In 2014-2015, David coached overseas for France’s ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne. In 2015-2019, he was an assistant coach for the Oklahoma City Blue. Since 2019, David has served as an assistant coach for the 2025 NBA Champion Oklahoma City Thunder. David also serves on Adelphi University’s Student Affairs Advisory Board.
Join us on Wednesday September 17, 2025 from 6-7pm in UC Room 203 as Coach David discusses his career journey and shares career-building advice and insights with students and alumni.
To complete the Leadership Certificate Program, all participants must attend at least 6 workshops, and both SafeZone and CORE training in one academic year.