From courts to classrooms, and from theory to practice — my journey has always been driven by a passion for movement, learning, and meaningful connection. Growing up with a deep interest in both sports and tourism, I gradually discovered the joy of teaching, coaching, and inspiring others. At the same time, basketball has been my constant — a space where I’ve developed not only as an athlete but also as a mentor and assistant coach. Today, as a Sports Science student at UCAM and an active basketball player, I’m committed to building a career that merges physical performance, education, and the human side of sport.

Tugay Turkoglu

From courts to classrooms, and from theory to practice — my journey has always been driven by a passion for movement, learning, and meaningful connection. Growing up with a deep interest in both sports and tourism, I gradually discovered the joy of teaching, coaching, and inspiring others. At the same time, basketball has been my constant — a space where I’ve developed not only as an athlete but also as a mentor and assistant coach. Today, as a Sports Science student at UCAM and an active basketball player, I’m committed to building a career that merges physical performance, education, and the human side of sport.

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From courts to classrooms, and from theory to practice — my journey has always been driven by a passion for movement, learning, and meaningful connection.

Growing up with a deep interest in both sports and tourism, I gradually discovered the joy of teaching, coaching, and inspiring others. At the same time, basketball has been my constant — a space where I’ve developed not only as an athlete but also as a mentor and assistant coach. Today, as a Sports Science student at UCAM and an active basketball player, I’m committed to building a career that merges physical performance, education, and the human side of sport.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Head Coach at Istanbul University Faculty of Literature
September 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Served as trainer, head coach, player and team captain. Responsible for supervising, training, and coaching the team.
Basketball Player at Kartal Yildizlari Sports Club
September 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Played as a shooting guard; averaged 17 PPG, 3 APG and 4 RPG. Finished second in Turkey’s U21 Official Basketball League.
Basketball Player at Anatolya Turkuaz Sports Club
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Played as PG/SG, averaged 12 PPG and 2 APG. Led the team to Istanbul U21 Championship.
Basketball Player at Ada Yildizlari Sports Club
July 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Played in shooting guard/small forward position for one year.
Basketball Player at Anatolya Turkuaz Sports Club
October 1, 2016 - July 1, 2021
Served as team captain in SG/SF position for 5 years. Trained, coached, and supervised new players. Also assisted as coach permanently.

Education

Bachelor's in Sport and Exercise Science at UCAM – Universidad Catolica San Antonio de Murcia
January 1, 2024 - January 13, 2026
High School Diploma at Haci Sabanci Anatolian High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

IELTS C1 License
January 1, 2024 - January 13, 2026
Fundamentals of Programming (Python-1)
January 1, 2020 - January 13, 2026
Personal Trainer Certificate
December 1, 2021 - January 13, 2026
Athletic Performance and Conditioning Coach Certificate
December 1, 2021 - January 13, 2026
Erasmus+ Certification of Participation
January 1, 2018 - January 13, 2026
Model of Nations Certificate of Participation
January 1, 2019 - January 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Other