Graduate Assistant Coach | Men's Basketball
Angela Alfaro joined the North American University men's basketball coaching staff as a Graduate Assistant Coach, bringing a unique combination of professional playing experience, coaching expertise, and academic achievement to the program. She made history as the first woman to serve on the North American University men's basketball coaching staff, further reinforcing the university's commitment to excellence and innovation in athletics.
Prior to arriving at North American University, Alfaro served as an Assistant Coach for Correcaminos UAT Women's Professional Basketball in Mexico's LNBPF while building an impressive resume both on and off the court. As a player, she enjoyed a professional career with Correcaminos UAT and Algodoneras, and served as the team captain for Correcaminos UAT during the 2024 season.
Alfaro's collegiate playing career took place at St. Thomas University, where she distinguished herself as a student-athlete while earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Leadership, graduating Cum Laude. She later completed a Master's degree in Sport Psychology and is currently pursuing an MBA in Leadership and Change Management at North American University.
Originally from Mexico, Alfaro is passionate about basketball, leadership development, mental performance, and helping student-athletes reach their full potential both on and off the court. Her diverse experiences as a professional athlete, coach, and scholar provide valuable insight as she mentors and develops the next generation of student-athletes at North American University.
Coach Information
Name: Angela Alfaro
Position: Graduate Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball
Hometown: Mexico
Education
- MBA in Leadership & Change Management (In Progress) | North American University
- M.S. in Sport Psychology
- B.A. in Psychology, Cum Laude
- Minor in Leadership | St. Thomas University
Coaching Experience
- Graduate Assistant Coach, North American University
- Assistant Coach, Correcaminos UAT Women's Professional Basketball (LNBPF)
Playing Experience
- Professional Player, Correcaminos UAT
- Team Captain, Correcaminos UAT (2024)
- Professional Player, Algodoneras
- Collegiate Student-Athlete, St. Thomas University
Areas of Interest
- Basketball Development
- Leadership Development
- Mental Performance
- Student-Athlete Success
Notable Achievement - First woman to join the North American University Men's Basketball coaching staff
Angela Alfaro
Graduate Assistant Coach | North American University Men's Basketball
