David Pierre is an experienced collegiate women’s basketball coach serving as Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for the Morgan State Lady Bears Women’s Basketball program in Baltimore, Maryland, a role he began on July 9, 2025. Pierre brings over 15 years of Division I coaching experience and previously worked closely with Morgan State head coach Nadine Domond at Grambling State University, where he spent nine seasons as associate head coach and recruiting coordinator. During his tenure with the Tigers, Pierre was instrumental in building one of the most competitive programs in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), helping Grambling State achieve a 90–68 conference record and capture both the SWAC Tournament championship and regular-season title, along with historic postseason victories. His leadership extended to all facets of the program, including perimeter player development, academic support, opponent scouting, and recruiting. Under his guidance, standout players such as Shakyla Hill and Jazmin Boyd emerged as all-time program greats.
Prior to joining Morgan State, Pierre spent two seasons on the women’s basketball staff at the University of Texas at Arlington, where he served as assistant coach and defensive coordinator. In Arlington, he helped the Lady Mavericks record winning seasons, achieve a 12–1 home record, and earn a berth in the 2025 Women’s National Invitation Tournament, while leading UTA’s defense to rank among the WAC’s best in block and steal statistics. His earlier coaching career includes roles at Grambling State as a graduate assistant and at various levels including high school player development, where he helped develop fundamental skills for young athletes. Pierre holds a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and a master’s degree in Sports Administration from Grambling State University. He lives with his wife, LaToya, and their three children: Kahlil, Haley, and David III.
