Brandon Row - Assistant Coach - Volleyball Coaches - University of North Florida Athletics

Brandon Row

Title:
Assistant Coach
Email:
brandon.row@unf.edu

Brandon Row joined the Ospreys in February of 2023 after most recently serving in the same role at Cal State Bakersfield.

"I want to start by thanking Coach Wright for this incredible opportunity to join such an established program," Row said. "After our first call, I knew there was something special happening at North Florida under her leadership. Her genuine care of people, high standard of culture and passion to win an ASUN Championship is at the forefront of what she represents as a head coach."

On Dec. 25, 2023, Row was selected with fellow assistant coach, Matt Noland, to the Volleyball Magazine College Coaching Hotshots Lists after a 17-15 record during the 2023 season.

At Cal State Bakersfield, Row was in charge of game planning for blocking schemes, something he garnered immense experience with at Georgia. In Athens with the Bulldogs, Row aided with the blockers and setters, helping UGA to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in six years and the first 20-win season since the late 90s.

Georgia achieved a top-15 win against Kentucky on the road, as well as a victory at No. 5 Florida, the first victory against UF since 2008.

"Through a thorough search and with patience we have found the right fit in Brandon and we are excited for him to join our staff," head coach Kristen Wright said. "It was apparent through the process that Brandon would make excellent contributions immediately. It's refreshing to have someone as eager as he is and with the work ethic he possesses. Brandon has superb experience and outstanding references who identified the same abilities and attributes that I did when interviewing him. We welcome Brandon to our special volleyball family with sincere excitement!"

Row got his start in collegiate volleyball at Carson-Newman University, a Division II program in Knoxville, Tenn. He started out as a student manager before transitioning to his role as a graduate assistant. The Eagles advanced to the 2015 Elite Eight and also made the NCAA Tournament in 2017. Row earned his bachelor's degree in K-8 education as well as his graduate degree in education curriculum, instruction and development.

Career at a Glance
Assistant Volleyball Coach - Cal State Bakersfield (2022-23)
Gold Medal Squared Volleyball - Gold Medal Squared Volleyball (2020-present)
Volunteer Assistant Coach - Georgia (2019-21)
Volleyball Student Manager & Graduate Assistant - Carson Newman (2015-18)

Achievements at a Glance
Nine all-conference selections
Two All-Americans
One conference freshman of the year
Multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, including an Elite 8 appearance

More From Brandon Row
"During my visit I clearly saw that North Florida truly offers a full academic, athletic and personal college experience. The backbone of this experience is the incredible administration that leads this department with the relentless pursuit to bring UNF to the national spotlight"

"I share an overwhelming amount of gratitude to my dedicated mentors and family that have helped me in this journey. I am confident that this program is on its way to make history and I am blessed to be a small part of the journey."