Dave Bollwinkel

Dave Bollwinkel, who has 25 years coaching experience, is blessed with a wealth of motivational knowledge and teaching experience, ranging from high school through major college and into the NBA. Dave is currently a scout for the Philadelphia 76ers, and was formerly the head basketball coach at Saint Mary's College. Having been an educator and coach throughout his professional career, he currently combines these skills to speak across the country on a variety of issues that apply to youth sports, leadership, and teamwork. Through his business, Coach On and Off the Court, he facilitates seminars and delivers keynote presentations across the country. His professional background includes serving as associate head coach at the University of Wisconsin in the Big Ten and as an assistant in the Pac-10, WAC, Big West, and Conference U.S.A. From 1987-1992, he was head basketball coach at Division II Cal Poly University at Pomona. In 1991, his peers chose him as California College Basketball Coach of the Year for the turnaround he accomplished in leading the Broncos to the top of their conference.