Doug Leichner
About Doug
Douglas Leichner has coached for 32 seasons and been a successful head coach for sixteen seasons with a proven track record at seven different levels of basketball, while guiding multiple programs from hardship to prosperity. He has garnered “Coach of the Year” accolades on twelve occasions and has won ten championships.
Leichner led Lakeview Basketball Academy, Star Athletes Academy and Feltrim Academy. These post grad programs benefited from his leadership and he garnered Coach of the Year honors. Numerous players moved on to the junior college, NCAA Division III, NCAA Division II, NAIA and NCAA Division I levels.
In October 2017, Leichner was an addition to the Guangzhou Long Lions franchise, a member of the CBA located in Guangzhou, China. He quickly adapted and integrated himself into the program and spearheaded the change in the team’s culture, which ultimately lead to the Long Lions playoff debut and winningest season in franchise history. As a trusted assistant, one of the major duties was to manage the import players on and off the court. In September 2016, Leichner was appointed head coach for the Orlando Waves professional team in their inaugural season in the historic ABA league. The Waves have taken the ABA by surprise and were ranked #1 in the nation. Leichner’s high octane offense is a fan’s favorite as the Waves are leaders in many offensive statistical categories. In October 2015, Leichner founded Leichner Basketball Academy (LBA) based in Orlando, FL. He conducts individual and small group basketball training sessions for elite athletes looking to get to the next level.
Leichner has been fortunate to work with NBA, Euroleague, international, collegiate and high school level players. In July 2014, Leichner joined perennial mid-major power Iona College in New Rochelle, NY. The Gaels finished with a record of (26-9, 17-3), won the MAAC Regular Season Championship and participated in the NIT.
Known for “Postology” techniques and instruction, this season was no different as center David Laury was named MAAC Player of the Year. In April 2013, Leichner was named Great Britain U20 National Team Head Coach. Leichner made an immediate impact as he led Great Britain to an unprecedented championship appearance and an unprecedented promotion to U20 Division A European Championships. The team was 16-1 under his tenure including an undefeated preparation phase (9-0). GB went undefeated in pool play including a victory over the eventual champion Poland.
In 2012-2013 season, Leichner completed his fourth season as Associate Head Basketball Coach for the University of Maine Black Bears. He has made an impact as the defensive coach. Leichner previously had seven years of head coaching experience at the high school level in Florida.
His basketball knowledge, contacts and expertise will be impactful to all campers.
