Patrick Koriana

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
+2540113137839
patrickkoriana@gmail.com
Linkedin.com/patrickkoriana

Dedicated sports professional with over 15 years of experience in player development and youth mentorship. Proven track record in identifying athletic talent and fostering holistic growth through structured training and character building. Expert at bridging the gap between grassroots passion and competitive success, having organized international-standard camps and coached elite university teams.

• PLAYER DEVELOPMENT: Long-term talent ID, technical skill refinement, and “teaching the game” beyond basic instructions.
• MENTORSHIP: Character shaping, mental resilience training, and career pathway guidance for student-athletes.
• PROGRAM LEADERSHIP: Designing and executing multi-sport curricula, including international football and basketball camps.

• TALENT IDENTIFICATION: Active in identifying “hidden gems” and ensuring fair play by verifying athlete eligibility and age.
• HOLISTIC COACHING: Emphasizes “teaching the why” to create intelligent players who can adapt and innovate on the field or court.

BASKETBALL COACH | AFRICA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

April 2022 – Present

• Leads player development for Men’s and Ladies’ basketball and athletics programs.
• Focuses on enhancing “Game IQ,” discipline, and team cohesion.
• Mentors student-athletes to balance academic excellence with competitive sports performance.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER / COACH | LIGHT ACADEMY KAREN

January 2013 – July 2013

• Pioneered the first-ever Barcelona Football and Basketball Camp in Kenya, managing international training standards.
• Implemented foundational player development strategies for youth athletes.

SPORTS COACH | AHLI SIDAB SPORTS CLUB (MINISTRY OF SPORTS, OMAN)

January 2008 December 2012

• Coached in a high-performance environment within the Omani sports system.
• Developed technical skills for diverse player groups across multiple age brackets.