Vaina in 2010 She heads to Lubbock after spending 2021-22 as an assistant coach at Trevecca Nazareth in Tennessee.
Before arriving at Tennessee, the Texas A&M graduate served as an assistant coach at Stephen F. Austin for two seasons.
While working as an assistant at SFA, Vaina helped lead the Lumberjacks to a 44-8 overall record as the men’s basketball program upset No. 11 Duke at Cameroon Indoor Stadium on November 26, 2019. and the Southland Conference championship.
Vaina arrived at SFA after spending three years as an assistant coach with the Rockets. He took over the role after being promoted from the title of Chief Video Coordinator.
Overall, the Rockets have made the NBA Playoffs in six of Vayna’s seven seasons, made a pair of trips to the Western Conference Finals and posted the most wins in a three-year span (2016-19) in franchise history.
Vaina began his career at Texas A&M as the head men’s student manager, assisting with the Aggies video department and equipment staff. During his time at A&M, the Aggies made four NCAA Tournament appearances.
Texan is a two-time graduate of A&M, earning a bachelor’s degree in sports management in 2008 and a master’s in higher education administration in 2011.
VAYNA file:
Trevecca Nazareth University (2021-22): Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Stephen F. Austin University (2019-21): Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Houston Rockets (2014-19): Head Video Coordinator (2014-17); Assistant Coach/Special Assistant: Coaching and Advance Duties (2017-19)
Texas A&M: Men’s Basketball Head Video Coordinator (2013-14). Men’s Basketball Graduate Assistant/General Manager (2007-11)
Education: Texas A&M University – BS Sports Management (2009); MS in Higher Education Administration (2011)
Coach Speaks (HC KRISTA GERLICH)
“We are very fortunate to add someone of Mitch’s caliber to our staff. He has extensive experience at the highest level, and will add tremendous value and input to our scouting and video needs. I am excited to welcome another high-quality family member to our Lady Raider program.”
