Assistant Coach Nate Adams is entering his second season as an assistant coach for the men's basketball team and third with the program after serving as a graduate studies intern for the 2004-05 season.

 

Working in small environments is nothing new to Adams who has been with quaint institutions since his days prepping at Faith Way Baptist in Ypsilanti. Faith Way, unfortunately, closed its doors but opened many opportunities for Adams.

 

After graduating from the independent high school, Adams attended Northland Baptist Bible College where he was a member of the basketball team. Continuing his education pursuit, Adams enrolled in the United States Sports Academy Master's program, which lead him to Concordia for his internship. Adams will be receiving his Master's degree in December 2006.

 

"I've always had a strong love for the game and I wanted to be involved in the lives of kids," Adams said. "Working with Coach Limback, I have learned to be more outgoing and committed to what you do."

 

Adams is currently is employed by Milan-based Greenwood & Company. Adams resides in Ypsilanti with his wife, Karen, and his daughter, Olivia Marie, who was born on Sept. 10, 2006.