Takima Keane concluded her third season as an assistant coach at Binghamton University in 2021-22. She has a wealth of NCAA Division I experience, both as a player and coach.
Keane has been on the coaching staffs at both Canisius (2017-18) and Northern Illinois (2015-17). She was involved in all aspects of each program, including recruiting, player development and scouting. Keane has worked individually with both guards and post players.
During the 2018-19 academic year, Keane was the head coach at the RISE Academy Prep School located in Toronto. While there, she assumed all responsibilities, including recruiting, daily operations, game strategy and both individual and team player development.
A native of Ajax, Ontario, Keane is a 2012 graduate of Cleveland State. She played four seasons for the Vikings and was part of the team that won the 2010 Horizon League championship. As a senior, Keane finished second on the team with 74 assists.
Outside of coaching, Keane has been involved with the Long Live Hoop Women’s Youth Program since 2011, serving as a Women’s Outreach and Community Relations Specialist. In addition, she has worked with The Village/Cabbagetown Youth Center Charity since 2007 as a Senior Site Coordinator/Administrator.
After earning her bachelor’s degree in psychology, Keane went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Sports Management from Northern Illinois in 2015.
COACHING EXPERIENCEÂ
2019-present: Assistant Coach, Binghamton University
2018-19: Head Coach, RISE Academy Prep, Ontario
2017-18: Assistant Coach, Canisius College
2015-17: Assistant Coach, Northern Illinois UniversityÂ
PLAYING EXPERIENCEÂ
Part of the 2010 Cleveland State team that won the Horizon League championship
PERSONALÂ
Bachelor of Arts in psychology. Cleveland State. 2012
Master’s Degree in Sports Management. Northern Illinois University, 2015
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