Jamael Moore enters his second season as an assistant coach with the University of Mount Olive men’s basketball program in 2026–27.
Moore plays an active role in several areas of the Trojans’ program, including player development, recruiting, scouting, academics and day-to-day team operations. His experience and approach to coaching are centered around building relationships, developing players and helping student-athletes grow both on and off the court.
Prior to joining the collegiate ranks, Moore built an extensive coaching background at the high school and grassroots levels throughout North Carolina. He has served as a head coach, assistant coach and offensive coordinator while working with both boys’ and girls’ programs. His coaching experience includes helping rebuild programs, developing high-level players and competing against some of the top high school and grassroots programs in the region.
Throughout his coaching career, Moore has helped develop nearly 45 student-athletes who have gone on to play college basketball across the NCAA Division I, Division II, Division III, NAIA and junior college levels. His background in player development and grassroots basketball continues to play an important role in his recruiting and relationship-building efforts at Mount Olive.
A Wallace, North Carolina native, Moore earned his bachelor’s degree from Elizabeth City State University, graduating with honors. He is currently pursuing graduate-level coursework in sports management at Western Carolina University.
