Florida men’s basketball assistant coach John Andrzejek has been named the new head coach at Campbell University, as announced by the school on Thursday. Known for his defensive expertise, Andrzejek brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to his new role with the Fighting Camels.
Hailing from Hamilton, N.Y., Andrzejek has been instrumental in transforming Florida’s defense during his two seasons with the Gators. This season, under his direction, the Gators achieved significant defensive milestones, climbing to ninth nationally in defensive efficiency, sixth in effective field goal percentage, and eighth in 3-point field goal percentage.
Florida head coach Todd Golden credited Andrzejek’s intensity and strategic focus as vital to the team’s success. “John Andrzejek deserves a lot of credit for our defense,” Golden remarked after Florida secured the SEC Tournament championship. “His intensity and dedication to defensive preparation have elevated our team’s performance to another level.”
Andrzejek’s coaching journey reflects his deep commitment to excellence. His career includes assistant coaching stints at Washington State, Dartmouth, and Johns Hopkins, along with operational roles at San Francisco and Columbia. Most recently, he has contributed to Florida’s rise as a defensive powerhouse, culminating in a top seed for the 2025 NCAA Tournament.
While Andrzejek will remain with the Gators through the NCAA Tournament, Campbell University is eager to welcome him as the next leader of its basketball program. Andrzejek takes over a program that has shown promise in the Big South Conference and will look to build on its foundation of success.
Reflecting on the opportunity, Andrzejek expressed his gratitude and excitement: “It’s an incredible honor to join Campbell University as head coach. I’m grateful for my time at Florida and for all the mentors and players who have shaped my coaching journey. I look forward to working with the talented student-athletes at Campbell and leading this program to new heights.”
Andrzejek’s appointment signals a new chapter for Campbell basketball, blending a strong defensive philosophy with a commitment to development and competitiveness. Fans of the Fighting Camels can anticipate an exciting future under his leadership.
John Andrzejek Coaching Timeline
- 2025 – Campbell Head Coach
- 2023-25 – Florida Assistant Coach
- 2019-23 – Washington State Assistant Coach
- 2018-19 – Dartmouth Assistant Coach
- 2017-18 – Johns Hopkins Assistant Coach
- 2016-17 – San Francisco Director of Basketball Operations
- 2014-16 – Columbia Director of Basketball Operations
- 2011-14 – Columbia Student Manager
