meet mike gatley

Mike Gatley is a celebrated leader in athletics and education with a remarkable career spanning over four decades. Deeply rooted in New Jersey’s sports culture, Mike has excelled as an athlete, coach, and administrator, consistently pushing the boundaries of excellence in every role he’s embraced.

  • 14 years of collegiate & professional basketball coaching experience

    • Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Kean University

    • Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach, University at Albany

    • Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Atlantic City Seagulls (USBL)

    23 years as a High School Athletic Administrator – Driving excellence in athletic programs, student-athlete development, and operations

    • Hammonton High School (NJ)

    • Mainland Regional High School (NJ)

    • Assistant Director of Admissions & Assistant Registrar, The College of New Jersey

    • Associate Director of Financial Aid, Kean University

  • Athletic Director of the Year Award (2019-20)

    • Honored by the Directors of Athletics Association of New Jersey for outstanding leadership.

    National Quality Program Award & Program of Excellence Award (2021)

    • Recognized by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) for innovative program management and excellence.

    NIAAA Distinguished Service Award

    • Recognized for outstanding contributions to interscholastic athletics.

    NCAA Workshop Presenter (5 years)

    • Shaping the future of college athletics through leadership and compliance training.

  • Franklin & Marshall College, PA

    • Earned a Bachelor’s degree in History and Secondary Education.

    The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)

    • Completed a Master’s degree, refining his expertise in education and leadership.

    NIAAA Certified Master of Athletic Administration

    • Validated advanced skills in athletic program management and administration.

leader | mentor | coach

Why work with mike?

trusted mentor & Program architect

With 23+ years as an Athletic Director, Mike has built championship programs from the ground up while mentoring and inspiring student-athletes, coaches, and administrators to achieve success at every level.

Elite-Level Coaching Experience

Coached at top institutions including Elizabethtown College, The College of New Jersey, Kean University, University at Albany, and the Atlantic City Seagulls (USBL), developing athletes for success at the highest levels.

Admissions & Financial Aid Expert

Former senior administrator in admissions and financial aid, helping student-athletes navigate the path to collegiate opportunities.

Award-Winning Leader

Honored with prestigious recognitions, including NJ Athletic Director of the Year, the NIAAA Distinguished Service Award, and the National Quality Program Award (QPA).