Providence College Men’s Basketball Head Coach Kim English announced today (July 30) the promotion of Corey Wright to assistant coach. Wright came to Providence College in 2023 to work as a graduate assistant with the men’s basketball staff.
“Corey has proved to be a valuable member of our staff over the last 16 months,” Head Coach Kim English said. “He has tremendous knowledge of the game and a strong desire to help the players improve. He has earned this promotion with his work ethic and dedication to the program. I am excited to see him grow and help us in our pursuit of championships.”
Wright joined English’s staff in May of 2023 as a graduate assistant. In this role he assisted with scouting, video, player development, recruiting, and practice and game preparations.
Prior to joining the Friars, Wright worked extensively in youth basketball, teaching skills and development. While in this role he developed strong relationships throughout the country, giving him the ability to recruit nationwide. He spent five years working as a basketball trainer, high school coach, middle school coach, and mentor in the New England area.
Wright has been familiar with Friartown since his childhood. Wright’s father, Corey Wright Sr., played for three years for the Friars, before graduating in 1999. Wright Sr., recorded 290 assists in his career and helped the Friars advance to the Elite Eight in 1997.
Wright played for the Providence Sky Chiefs of the ABA. While with the Sky Chiefs he averaged double figures in scoring and helped the team win the East Regional ABA Championship in 2015.
Wright, a New York City native, played at Long Island University and Lander University during his collegiate career. During his time at Lander, he earned all-conference honors and ranked second in the country for assists in his junior and senior year.
