Queens, NY product, Coach Wheeler, in his first season with The Patrick School, brings a vast background at the Division I level to the staff.

Coach Wheeler has held the title of Graduate Assistant and Video Coordinator for St. John’s University, a Big East program known for being among the best in the country. He spent his time at Saint John’s under Head Coach Mike Anderson. He was at St. John’s from 2019 through 2023.

His collegiate career began at the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville of the Western Pennsylvania Collegiate Conference where he played for Head Coach Steve Allen. Wheeler lettered in two seasons for the Panthers (from 2013-15). He also was entrusted with the opportunity to serve as Team Captain. Wheeler scored nearly 1,000 points and collected All-Conference and All-Tournament Team honors during his career at the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville.

Wheeler would go on to further his playing career at Presentation College under Head Coach Jeremy Reigle. He earned 2016-17 NAIA Scholar Athlete recognition and was a 2x President’s List Honoree during his time in Aberdeen, S.D.

Prior to his collegiate career, Coach was a standout at Floral Park Memorial High School. Wheeler was named to the All-Nassau County Team at the conclusion of his senior season in 2011-12. He also helped lead Floral Park to a conference championship as a Junior.

Wheeler earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Presentation College in 2017. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Sports Management from St. John’s in 2021.

With his deep background in Basketball, Coach Wheeler will surely be a pivotal member of the TPS staff.