All Reviews at North Carolina Central University

Women's Volleyball

Jody Brown

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI

Use Caution Before Selecting This Coach. Speak To The Athletes That Re No Longer Playing For Him

Date: August 20, 2026

By Athlete

1.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

3.0

1.0

Tags

"While he has a strong knowledge of volleyball and understands the game, in my experience, his ability to manage and develop female athletes is a very different story. The environment he created was emotionally exhausting, divisive, and at times extremely toxic. Rather than bringing players together and building confidence, his coaching style often created tension between teammates. Players were embarrassed or shamed in front of others, athletes were punished for the mistakes or actions of their teammates, and expectations and consequences often felt inconsistent and unfair. Over time, this created an atmosphere where players were worried about making mistakes or becoming the next target instead of feeling supported enough to learn, compete, and grow. What makes this especially unfortunate is that he truly does know volleyball. However, knowing the game and knowing how to lead young women are two very different skills. "

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Women's Softball

Jaimie Hoover

Women's Softball Assistant Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI

Best Coach I’ve Ever Had

Date: June 18, 2026

By Athlete

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Believes In You Dedicated To Players Great Communicator Great Leader Players Coach

"Coach Hoover always kept it honest with me. She pushed me hard, but I never questioned whether she cared about me. She celebrated my successes, held me accountable when I needed it, and constantly reminded me that I was capable of more than I thought. What I appreciated most was that she cared about who I was becoming off the field just as much as what I did on it. Having a coach who believes in you like that makes all the difference."

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Head Softball Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DII • Mid-American Conference | MAC

Worst Experience Ever

Date: May 12, 2026

By Athlete

1.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

2.0

1.0

Tags

Disorganized Poor Communication Respectful To Players Understanding

"Disorganized coaching, serious issue of having favorites along with not keeping a professional relationship with players, why does a current player know who he’s cutting based on conversations they are having? We would not hear anything about practice when there was a weather concern until 2 hours beforehand. Refused to get an assistant coach and let his girlfriend coach from the sidelines. Would let players treat each other however in front of his face without any repercussions. If you want your program to receive a severe downfall, or plan to get rid of your program and need an excuse as to why, let him coach! Over half the team was debating quitting mid-season from how much he did not care about our development (except his favorites). Worst experience I’ve ever had coaching in my entire career. Would put 0 stars if I could"

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Women's Tennis

Sofia Rachi

Women's Tennis Assistant Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI

Horrible Coach Experience

Date: April 17, 2026

By Other

1.2

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

2.0

1.0

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Disorganized Poor Communication

"Immature , paranoid, innapropriate behavior lacks lnowledge to be a head coach plays favorites and has racist tendencies…poor judgement "

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Women's Volleyball

Jody Brown

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI

Still Healing From Awful Treatment Years Later…

Date: March 28, 2026

By Athlete

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

"Consistent bullying, humiliation, and harassment. Witnessed several jovial and fun-loving teammates be torn apart on a daily basis shattering the self esteem, confidence, and mental health of so many young women. Repeated team discussions about weight and constant racist remarks. A blatant disregard for the safety of black women, we often were put in situations that were not safe and were chastised for speaking up. I’m sure myself and several other young women are still healing from the effects of such harmful treatment. "

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

A Stomping Disaster Who Has Exemplified The Peter Principle

Date: April 13, 2024

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

"When the universe tells you, you are in the wrong profession : best to listen. Those who abuse have Probably been abused. Best to take some time and heal."

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Women's Volleyball

Jody Brown

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI

Don’t Go Here, U Deserve Better

Date: December 18, 2023

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

Tags

Disorganized Poor Communication

"Graduated in 2021.. Feeling like shit through season and he never cared about it. He is racist!"

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Women's Basketball

Jason Beaulieu

Director of Player Enhancement, Women's Basketball

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI

Great Coach! Wish He Was My Head Coach!

Date: December 11, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

Tags

Cool Honest Knowledgeable Believes In You Fitness Is Important

"He is amazing!! Do your workouts with him and you will be ready for season. "

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Women's Volleyball

Jody Brown

Women's Volleyball Head Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI

Don’t Go Here, He Is Manipulating And Will Only Use You

Date: December 11, 2023

By Other

1.6

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.0

1.0

3.0

1.0

"Manipulated and lied to players about scholarships and playing time. He is racist working in HBCU!! Protected by AD there is no place that players can go to and share their experience. Jody plays who he likes not who deserves. Respects players only when he needs them, otherwise screws them. While coaching in club was sabotaging recruitment for players. Says N-word (and he is white) around white people he trusts. "

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

Date: December 1, 2018

By Verified Athlete

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

"Hated playing for him, he took the fun out of the game. I graduated and never looked back."

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

Date: November 30, 2018

By Verified Athlete

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

"He is extremely secretive, does not share info with team. He is in way over his head. Does not care if we win or loss. I really wish he would leave, it's not fair to the team. He does not know the game, he is the worst coach I ever had. I played my entire life to end my career playing for this horrible coach. Please just leave already!"

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

Date: November 30, 2018

By Verified Athlete

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

"My coach is not respected nor does he know the game. The school turns their head regarding how poorly the team is run. I have experienced so many amazing coaches during my career and by far he is the worst. The support staff turnover is high because they catch on to him during the season. He needs to be replaced. "

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

Date: November 29, 2018

By Verified Athlete

1.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

3.0

1.0

Tags

Cool Intense

"oye vey"

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

Date: August 21, 2018

By Verified Athlete

1.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.0

4.0

1.0

Tags

Accessible Cool

"He has favorites. Doesnt know how to compete at this level. "

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Men's Baseball

James Koerner

Men's Baseball Head Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI - FCS

Date: June 11, 2018

By Verified Athlete

2.6

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

3.0

1.0

3.0

Tags

Accessible Direct Intense

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Women's Softball

Vashion Johnson

Women's Softball Head Coach

North Carolina Central University

NCAA DI

Date: April 2, 2018

By Verified Athlete

4.8

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

4.0

5.0

Tags

Accessible Cool Direct Intense

"Calm Knowledgeable Kinesthetic "

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

Date: July 14, 2017

By Verified Athlete

2.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.0

4.0

1.0

2.0

Tags

Accessible Cool

"Doesn't know how to write a lineup or bring a team together or create a healthy team atmosphere. If you cry you play."

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

Date: July 14, 2017

By Verified Athlete

1.6

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.0

3.0

1.0

Tags

Cool

"Now-Allah James is a pretty terrible coach "

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Women's Softball

Now-Allah James

Women's Softball Head Coach

New York University

NCAA DIII • Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League | MCVL

Date: May 12, 2017

By Verified Athlete

4.2

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

4.0

5.0

3.0

5.0

Tags

Accessible Cool Direct Intense

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