Willie "Trey" Murray joins the Franklin Pierce men’s basketball coaching staff as a Graduate Assistant for the 2026–27 season after spending the previous season as an Assistant Coach at the University of Maine at Augusta.
A Roxbury, MA native, Murray is a dedicated basketball coach whose passion for the game is rooted in both his playing and coaching background.
Murray was recruited to the University of Maine at Farmington by Head Coach Dick Meader; however, an injury led him to transition into coaching. While at UMF, he served as a Student Assistant Coach under Coach Sam Leal and Coach Quinn Newton. In this role, he contributed to day-to-day program operations, assisted with practice planning and execution, and helped coordinate game-day logistics. He also worked closely with student-athletes to support their individual development outside of scheduled practice time.
Following his time at UMF, Murray continued his coaching career at the University of Maine at Augusta, where he helped guide the program to a 21–14 overall record and a No. 7 national ranking in the USCAA. The team advanced to the national quarterfinals and earned national Coaching Staff of the Year honors during his tenure. At UMA, he gained valuable experience in player development, scouting report preparation, recruiting, and the management of daily basketball operations.
In addition to his collegiate coaching experience, Murray has been actively involved in player training and development, working with professional athletes as well as competitors at the Division I, II, and III levels. His well-rounded background continues to shape his approach to coaching, with an emphasis on skill development, discipline, and helping student-athletes reach their full potential both on and off the court.
