Two former NBA players part of Skyhawks coaching staff

The College Park Skyhawks announced its coaching staff for the upcoming NBA G League season, it’s first in metro-Atlanta. Noel Gillespie returns for his second year as head coach and his staff will feature former NBA players Calbert Cheaney and Shelden Williams.

Mfon Udofia and Therian Williams make up the rest of the staff of the Hawks’ G League affiliate.

The Skyhawks begin their inaugural season on Nov. 8, as they play at the Erie BayHawks.

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