Ed Gregory

Ed Gregory (Alameda, California, USA), former NBA scout, NBA coach and NBA front office executive is one of the most well known executives in the game. Ed joined the Golden State Warriors in 1986 as assistant coach under George Karl. He eventually took over as Head Coach in final 18 games of the 1997-1998 season. He continued with the Warriors as the Director of Scouting for 10 years (1988-1989). He has been called a super scout with an unbelievable eye for talent and feel for the game. In those years with the Warriors, he was responsible for the drafting of Mitch Richmond, Tim Hardaway, Tyrone Hill, Latrell Sprewell and Chris Webber. Prior to his years with the Warriors, Ed spent three years as a scout for the Portland Trailblazers and three years with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was responsible for one of the best drafts in NBA history in 1986 when he ran Cleveland's draft of Brad Daugherty, Ron Harper, Mark Price, and Johnny Newman. Ed has circled the globe seeing over 100 games a year, scouting colleges, CBA and foreign stars. Ed served as head coach at University of Las Vegas from 1963-1965 where he posted a 40-15 record (.727) record. He was the head coach at California State University of Fresno for 12 years where his record was 172-143. His 1965-1966 team went to the College Division NCAA finals.

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Soccer Career Conference
at the MLS SuperDraft and
2010 NSCAA Convention
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
January 14-15th, 2010

Sports Management Worldwide would like to invite you to join us at our Soccer Career Conference at the 2010 MLS SuperDraft and 2010 NSCAA Convention. (Including Soccer’s Largest Trade Show) This one day conference is held so that you can experience the heart of the action and mix and mingle with some of the most prominent names on the soccer landscape. The SMWW Soccer Conference provides an invaluable opportunity to learn about numerous soccer jobs and network with professionals currently working at the highest level of soccer. Head coaches, GMs, Directors of Player Personnel and Scouting, ESPN writers, experienced sports agents, former professional soccer players and many others will be in attendance. For anyone that is looking to work in soccer, you can't miss this opportunity to meet and learn from sports executives and the SMWW staff, all in the atmosphere of a soccer event you have always dreamed of participating. Watch website for more details coming soon!

Soccer Agent Course

For those individuals whose main focus is representing professional soccer players worldwide we offer Athlete Management Course. This course focuses on FIFA certification. Athlete Management offers an academic foundation for individuals interested in pursuing a career as Soccer Agents. This is designed to provide an induction into the rules and regulations set by FIFA and the football agency business. For those interested in becoming FIFA certified, this course will prepare students for the FIFA agent exam. For those already certified it will broaden your network, skill set and recruitment strategies. For more information about becoming a Soccer Agent, visit here.