Duane Simpkins serves as Head Coach for American University's Men's Basketball program in Washington, District of Columbia.
Nationally recognized coach and legendary DMV basketball star Duane Simpkins will enter his fourth season as head coach of the American University men’s basketball team in 2026-27. In just his second year, Simpkins led the Eagles to a historic season, winning the 2024-25 Patriot League Championship and earning the program’s first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2014. American finished 22-13 overall and 13-5 in the Patriot League, matching the program’s all-time record for league wins in a season.
