Men's Basketball
Maye, Riley
Riley Maye
- Title:
- Director of Basketball Operations
- Email:
- rlm317@lehigh.edu
Riley Maye begins his first season at Lehigh as Director of Basketball Operations in 2017-18. Maye replaced Noel Hightower, who was promoted to an assistant coaching position. An East Stroudsburg native, Maye has extensive basketball experience, both as a coach and player.
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"I'm pleased to have Riley join our program," said Reed. "Our DOBO position is very important for our program's success. There are a number of great professional experiences that he can gain this season with us. Riley has a passion for coaching and this can be a great place for him to continue to develop."
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Maye played college basketball at Norfolk State, graduating in 2014 with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. He was a member of the 2012 Norfolk State team, a No. 15 seed that defeated second-seeded Missouri in the NCAA Tournament - the same day 15th-seeded Lehigh topped Duke. Maye worked his way into more playing time as his collegiate career progressed and as a senior, he averaged 4.5 points per contest, competing in 33 games with 10 starts.
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A member of Norfolk State's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Maye was also recognized as the 2015-2016 Image Award recipient recognizing the Outstanding Collegiate Athlete in Monroe County.Â
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After college, Maye went on to play professional basketball in Beijing, China, competing on a traveling professional tour team in numerous tournaments around the country in different cities and villages.
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Maye has continued his extensive involvement with the sport of basketball. He has served as a varsity assistant coach at his former high school (Stroudsburg) and has served as a personal basketball trainer for CoachUp. Maye has led individualized basketball workouts and skills training for young athletes, high school, college and professional players.
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In addition, Maye has served as Camp Counselor for Hoop Group, helping young athletes enhance their basketball skills during their stay at various camps throughout the spring, summer and fall.
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"I'm pleased to have Riley join our program," said Reed. "Our DOBO position is very important for our program's success. There are a number of great professional experiences that he can gain this season with us. Riley has a passion for coaching and this can be a great place for him to continue to develop."
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Maye played college basketball at Norfolk State, graduating in 2014 with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. He was a member of the 2012 Norfolk State team, a No. 15 seed that defeated second-seeded Missouri in the NCAA Tournament - the same day 15th-seeded Lehigh topped Duke. Maye worked his way into more playing time as his collegiate career progressed and as a senior, he averaged 4.5 points per contest, competing in 33 games with 10 starts.
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A member of Norfolk State's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Maye was also recognized as the 2015-2016 Image Award recipient recognizing the Outstanding Collegiate Athlete in Monroe County.Â
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After college, Maye went on to play professional basketball in Beijing, China, competing on a traveling professional tour team in numerous tournaments around the country in different cities and villages.
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Maye has continued his extensive involvement with the sport of basketball. He has served as a varsity assistant coach at his former high school (Stroudsburg) and has served as a personal basketball trainer for CoachUp. Maye has led individualized basketball workouts and skills training for young athletes, high school, college and professional players.
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In addition, Maye has served as Camp Counselor for Hoop Group, helping young athletes enhance their basketball skills during their stay at various camps throughout the spring, summer and fall.
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