Background
I’m Chinh Tong, a Business Analytics and Sport Business student at Drexel University with a strong interest in basketball operations, scouting, and data-driven decision making. My experience sits at the intersection of analytics and the day-to-day work that keeps a team running, which has shaped how I approach the game.
A timeline of the roles that have shaped my path across scouting, operations, and team support, ordered from most recent to earliest.
04/2026 - Present
MADE Hoop
Supporting scouting and evaluation work within a grassroots basketball setting, with an emphasis on prospect study, note organization, and breaking down player tendencies in a way that can inform staff decision-making.
04/2026 - Present
University of Pennsylvania
Managing recruiting logistics and operational details, including official and unofficial visits, recruiting database upkeep, and the communication workflows that keep a staff organized during the recruiting process.
09/2024 - Present
Drexel University
Working within a Division I basketball program across practice setup, game-day operations, and live statistical tracking, while also contributing to scouting preparation through pregame reports and transfer portal player evaluation.
04/2025 - 09/2025
Graveyard Mentality Baseball
Assisted with day-to-day sport management responsibilities in a baseball environment, helping support operations, organizational tasks, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps athlete-facing programs running smoothly.
06/2024 - 07/2024
Vietnamese Basketball Association
Contributed to league operations in a live basketball setting by helping with event logistics, on-site support, and execution tasks that keep competition environments organized and professional.
Alongside my team experiences, I’ve been building my own analytics and scouting tools, including player evaluation models and transfer portal tracking systems. I’m especially interested in how data can be used to project player development, evaluate fit, and support more efficient roster-building strategies.
I’m looking to continue growing in a basketball environment where I can contribute to both the analytical and operational sides of a team. Long term, my goal is to work in scouting or a front office role, where I can combine film, data, and context to help build winning teams.
