COACH KISHON BISHOP
Owner & Director of Men’s Basketball
Kishon Bishop is a dedicated basketball coach, educator, athlete, mentor, and community leader whose passion for basketball and player development has impacted athletes at the youth, middle school, high school, collegiate, and national-team levels. Originally from St. Vincent and the Grenadines in the West Indies, Coach Bishop now resides in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with his wife, Eva, and their two sons, Colton and Campden.
Coach Bishop’s basketball journey began in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, where he represented his country as a member and captain of the Under-19 National Basketball Team. He captained the U-19 National Team for two consecutive years and continues to represent St. Vincent and the Grenadines on the Senior National Basketball Team.
COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CAREER
Coach Bishop continued his athletic career in the United States at Piedmont International University, where he played basketball and soccer. As a collegiate basketball player, he earned Second Team All-Region honors, two First Team All-Region selections, and an All-American honor, establishing himself as one of the program’s accomplished student-athletes.
His commitment to academics matched his on-court accomplishments. Coach Bishop graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Student Ministries and Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health & Physical Education from Piedmont University. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in the same field from High Point University.
His academic and athletic experiences have shaped his philosophy that successful student-athletes must develop not only physically, but also academically, mentally, spiritually, and socially.
COACHING CAREER
Coach Bishop has built an extensive coaching career spanning multiple levels of basketball. His coaching experience includes youth development, recreational basketball, middle school, junior varsity, varsity, and elite player development.
He has worked with organizations including the Rusty LaRue Basketball Academy and the Jerry Long YMCA, where he also served as Associate Sports Director. His high school coaching experience includes positions at Forsyth Country Day School, Caldwell Academy, and West Forsyth High School.
Coach Bishop served as the Junior Varsity Boys Head Coach at Forsyth Country Day School, Varsity Boys Head Coach at Caldwell Academy, and Varsity Boys Assistant Coach at West Forsyth.
He also spent eight years as head coach of the Walkertown Middle School boys basketball program, leading both the junior varsity and varsity teams while helping develop young athletes and prepare them for the next level of competition.
Coach Bishop has recently completed his third year as Head Coach of the Atkins High School men’s basketball program and stepped down to continue his commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the court in the Triad.
Coach Bishop is the Owner and Director of Men’s Basketball at Blue Chip Basketball Academy, an organization dedicated to providing athletes with opportunities for basketball development, competition, exposure, and personal growth.
Through Blue Chip Basketball Academy, Coach Bishop has created and led several basketball initiatives that connect student-athletes with meaningful opportunities, including the TriadFIRST48 Showcase, Champion Triad High School All-Star Classic, and Triad High School Fall and Summer Leagues.
His approach to player development extends beyond basketball fundamentals. Coach Bishop emphasizes discipline, leadership, character, academic responsibility, confidence, teamwork, and preparation for life beyond the basketball court.
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP & MINISTRY
In addition to his work in basketball, Coach Bishop is the Founder and Director of Hope & Hope Inc., a nonprofit organization committed to empowering Christian athletes to use their God-given talents and abilities to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Through Hope & Hope, Coach Bishop combines athletics, education, mentorship, community service, and faith-based leadership to create opportunities for young people to grow as athletes and as individuals.
His philosophy is rooted in the belief that basketball is more than a game—it is a platform for young athletes to develop leadership skills, build relationships, serve their communities, and discover their purpose.
EDUCATOR & MENTOR
Coach Bishop also serves as a Health & Physical Education educator at Walkertown Middle School in Walkertown, North Carolina. His work as an educator complements his coaching career, allowing him to influence young people in both the classroom and athletic environments.
His unique combination of experience as a former collegiate and national-team athlete, educator, coach, academy director, nonprofit leader, and mentor gives him a comprehensive perspective on student-athlete development.
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
Coach Kishon Bishop believes developing a complete student-athlete requires more than basketball ability. His coaching philosophy centers on discipline, fundamentals, accountability, leadership, character, academic excellence, faith, and preparation.
Whether working with a beginning player or an athlete pursuing collegiate and professional opportunities, Coach Bishop is committed to helping players maximize their potential while understanding the responsibilities that come with being a student-athlete and community leader.
Through his continued work with schools, basketball organizations, national teams, nonprofit programs, and Blue Chip Basketball Academy, Coach Bishop remains committed to using basketball as a vehicle for development, opportunity, leadership, education, and service.
Coach Kishon Bishop
Owner & Director of Men’s Basketball
Blue Chip Basketball Academy
Educator | Coach | Mentor | National-Team Athlete | Community Leader