CORREY COLLINS - 16U HEAD COACH
The Central PA Wings are proud to welcome Corey Collins as our 2028 Head Coach. Corey brings a valuable combination of collegiate playing experience, college-level coaching knowledge, and a passion for developing young athletes both on and off the basketball court.
Corey currently serves as an Assistant Women's Basketball Coach at Wilson College, providing him with firsthand experience in the collegiate basketball environment and a valuable understanding of the expectations, preparation, and commitment required to compete at the next level. His playing background includes collegiate basketball at Davis College, competing in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA), along with four years as a collegiate soccer player. Corey has also coached multiple teams within the Mid Penn Motion basketball organization, giving him experience developing athletes at the competitive youth level.
Corey's collegiate coaching experience brings a valuable perspective to the Central PA Wings. His understanding of the college game, the demands placed on student-athletes, and the fundamentals needed to succeed at higher levels of competition will help shape an environment where players are challenged to grow, develop strong basketball habits, and prepare for future opportunities.
As a middle school English and Math teacher, Corey brings an educator's perspective to coaching. He believes in transformational coaching—recognizing the potential in every athlete, challenging them to reach it, and teaching lessons that carry well beyond the basketball court. His philosophy emphasizes personal growth, accountability, confidence, and helping young people become the best versions of themselves.
On the court, Corey plans to establish an exciting, up-tempo style of basketball built around ball movement, player freedom, and an aggressive, disciplined defensive mentality. His goal is to develop confident, intelligent players who compete together and embrace the responsibility of being great teammates.
Corey resides in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.
Corey's collegiate experience, commitment to player development, and passion for teaching will be tremendous assets to the Central PA Wings as we work to prepare young women for success in basketball and in life.