OT #2: Bill Burgos "NBA Coach Flips Shoes with Kids"

Bio

Bill Burgos, MS, CSCS, RSCC*D, is the head strength and conditioning coach for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Burgos is also an adjunct professor for Austin Peay State University, where he created an online course discussing the current trends of sports science and strength and conditioning. He has over 15 years of experience in collegiate and professional sports, including as head of strength and conditioning for the Orlando Magic and the New York Knicks.

Mr. Burgos has obtained two masters of science degrees. The first of these, in exercise science, was obtained from Austin Peay State University, where he also obtained his undergraduate degree in exercise science. His second MS, in human movement, was obtained from A.T. Still University. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in health sciences, with an emphasis on leadership and organizational behavior, from A.T. Still University. In addition, he is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC). Mr. Burgos also has FMS (Functional Movement Screen) certification, is an EXOS Performance Specialist, is MWOD certified, and is certified in myokinematics by Postural Restoration Institute (PRI).

Burgos is the immediate past president of the National Basketball Strength and Conditioning Association (NBSCA) and served on several committees in the NBA such as the NBA Sports Science Committee and the Junior NBA Leadership Council. Additionally, Burgos serves on the NBA Gatorade Advisory Board. Burgos resides in Minneapolis with his wife Noemi, two boys Jesus and Joel, and son-in-law and daughter Quandre and Cynthia King. His oldest daughter Atia lives in Los Angeles, California.