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Henry Dickerson: How taking a backseat means continued success for the Seahawks


December 7
, 2009


Henry DickersonPractice, practice, practice. That is the mantra of nearly every successful coach in any sport. Practice everyday, emphasize weaknesses, study the game, prepare as much as possible and then do it all over again. The formula is simple… the more one practices, plays or coaches, the more experience one will acquire. On the basketball court, experience can come from many different outlets; the tenured head coach, the long-time assistant, the four-year starter, the NBA veteran. Wherever it may come from, experience is an integral part of success on and off the basketball court.

Experience is precisely why UNC-Wilmington head coach Benny Moss hired Henry Dickerson as his top assistant this past summer. Dickerson is well known among basketball circles due to a long tenured and illustrious coaching career. Dickerson spent the last 5 seasons leading North Carolina Central University (NCCU) through the transition to Division I. Prior to arriving at NCCU, Dickerson served as assistant and head coach for UTC from 1989-2002 and helped guide his teams to six Southern Conference regular season titles, four conference tournament championships, and four NCAA tournament appearances, including a visit to the “Sweet 16” in 1997, as a number 14 seed.

Dickerson brings a breadth of knowledge and experience to the basketball court, and should have no problem making the transition back to assistant coach. Dickerson has already developed a solid relationship with head coach Benny Moss, and the two should have no problem gelling this season as Dickerson plays the role of supporting resource to Moss’ game plan and decision making. After 10+ years of serving as head coach, Dickerson will continue to be heavily involved in all aspects of the Wilmington program including; recruiting, in-game coaching, practices, and scouting.

As an assistant, Dickerson brings that extra “something” that his young peers may lack. His experience allows Moss someone to bounce ideas off of in order to gain a different perspective. He has seen the game from so many sides; the players and coaching staff will be able to draw from that knowledge. Coach Moss will be especially glad to have him on board during the recruiting period. Dickerson has strong ties to the talent-rich tidewater region of Virginia and throughout the Southeast.

Dickerson has played in the NBA and coached in the NCAA tournament (including the Sweet 16). His next task, helping the Seahawks win, will be another testament to how the game of basketball has brought him much success. There is no doubt that Dickerson, now 57, will be relying heavily on his experience … and that … he has plenty of.

 

 
 
 

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