Hofstra University Athletics

Michael Gibson, a 2008 graduate of Boston College, is in his 10th season on the Hofstra staff and his third as an assistant coach. He had served as Hofstra's Director of Women's Basketball Operations for seven years.

In his first season in a coaching capacity, the Pride posted a 25-9 record, including a 14-1 mark at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex. Hofstra earned a berth in the Women’s National Invitational Tournament, advancing through the first three rounds before falling to Florida Gulf Coast in the quarterfinals. The Pride returned to the CAA Quarterfinals in 2016-17, with Ashunae Durant earning Second-Team All-CAA honors.

As director of women’s basketball operations, Gibson was responsible for all aspects of team travel, practice schedule coordination, monitoring and completion of all compliance logs, assisting with equipment orders, and serving as the program liaison with marketing and facilities. In addition, he served as the non-conference game scheduling coordinator for the program, and was the director of the Krista Kilburn-Steveskey Basketball Camp.

While a student at Boston College, Gibson served as a student manager for the women's basketball team from 2004-2008. He was promoted to head student manager in 2006 and served in that capacity until his graduation. During his tenure with the Eagles, Gibson coordinated practice and game assignments for the student managerial staff and also assisted the coaching staff with the filming and breakdown of game tape, as well as the Eagles' film exchange program. Gibson also aided in the operations of the Cathy Inglese Basketball Camp at Boston College.

Gibson also helped in the facility department, as he was responsible for the setup and breakdown of the court and locker rooms at practices and games. As the head manager, he also worked hand-in-hand with the director of basketball operations to ensure that all aspects of team travel were executed.

As a result of his time served as a student manager, Gibson received membership into Boston College's Varsity Club, which is BC's athletic alumni organization.

During his tenure at Boston College, the Eagles made two NCAA Tournament appearances, reaching the Sweet 16 in 2006 following a second round showing in 2005. In 2008 the Eagles advanced to the third round of the WNIT.

Active in the greater Boston community, Gibson has served as a referee and scorekeeper with the Andover Church Basketball League.

Gibson holds a degree in accounting and finance from Boston College, and also minored in history. He is currently pursuing a master's degree in educational leadership and policy at Hofstra.