Shaka Smart

GPTKB entity

Properties (61)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Basketball Coach
gptkbp:affiliatedWith gptkb:University_of_Florida
gptkbp:almaMater gptkb:California_State_University,_Bakersfield
gptkbp:birthDate 1977-04-08
gptkbp:birthPlace gptkb:Madison,_Wisconsin
gptkb:Madison,_Wisconsin,_USA
gptkbp:championshipsWon 5
gptkbp:children 2
gptkbp:coachingCareer 2001
2001-2003
2009-2015
2021-present
Community engagement
Head Coach
2003-2009
Adaptability
2000-2001
Player development
Team chemistry
Fast-paced offense
Over 200 wins
Promoting sportsmanship
Building confidence in players
Game preparation
Emphasis on academics
Motivational techniques
Scouting opponents
Encouraging teamwork
Emphasizing fundamentals
Fostering resilience
Instilling discipline
Defensive intensity
Building relationships with players
Encouraging leadership among players
Encouraging self-improvement
Offensive versatility
Creating a winning culture
Havoc defense
Developing a strong work ethic
Promoting a positive mindset
Utilizing analytics in coaching.
In-game_adjustments
gptkbp:currentTeam gptkb:Virginia_Commonwealth_University
gptkb:Texas_Longhorns
gptkbp:draft 1999
Not drafted
gptkbp:fullName Shaka Dingani Smart
gptkbp:height 6 ft 2 in
gptkbp:highSchool gptkb:Germantown_High_School
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Shaka Smart
gptkbp:influences gptkb:Billy_Donovan
gptkbp:nationality American
gptkbp:notableEvent Led_VCU_to_the_Final_Four_in_2011
gptkbp:position Point guard
gptkbp:spouse Megan_Smart
gptkbp:team NCAA Tournament games
gptkbp:weight 180 lb
gptkbp:yearsActive gptkb:Atlantic_10_Conference_Championship
gptkb:CAA_Championship
NCAA Tournament games
Big 12 Conference Championship