Iona University Athletics

Pat Buckley enters his fourth season with the Iona University men's basketball program and his first as an assistant coach in 2026-27, while continuing to oversee the program's basketball operations. He previously served as director of basketball operations in 2025-26 after spending his first two years with the Gaels as a graduate manager. Buckley helped Iona to an 18-win campaign during the 2025-26 season.

Buckley has become an integral part of the program's day-to-day operations during his time in New Rochelle. In his role overseeing basketball operations, he manages a wide range of responsibilities, including team travel, scheduling, logistics, equipment coordination, team meals, player support services, practice and game preparation, technology management, and analytics workflows. Following his elevation to assistant coach, he continues to lead these operational efforts while taking on additional coaching responsibilities.

Throughout his tenure at Iona, Buckley has played a key role in supporting the coaching staff and student-athletes while helping ensure the smooth execution of all aspects of the program's operations.

Buckley arrived at Iona following a four-year playing career at Catholic University in Washington, D.C. During his time with the Cardinals, he appeared in 44 games and made six starts. He totaled 66 points, 68 rebounds, 18 assists, 16 steals, and 14 blocks while contributing to the program both on and off the court.

A standout student-athlete, Buckley earned NABC Honors Court recognition and Landmark Conference Academic Honor Roll accolades. He was also a member of the Phi Eta Sigma and Lambda Epsilon Omicron honor societies.

A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Buckley played high school basketball at Bishop Kenny High School before continuing his academic and athletic career at Catholic.

Buckley graduated from Catholic University with a degree in Business Management and Sales. He lives in Bronxville with his wife, Kerry, and their son, Daniel.

COACHING EXPERIENCE

• Assistant Coach / Operations, Iona University (Metro) - 2026-present
• Director of Operations, Iona University (MAAC) - 2025-2026
• Graduate Manager, Iona University (MAAC) - 2023-2025

PLAYING EXPERIENCE / ACCOLADES

• Catholic University of America (NCAA Division III - Landmark Conference) - 2019-2023
• 2022 National Association of Basketball Coaches Honor Court Selection
• 2x Landmark Conference Spring Academic Honor Roll (2022, 2021)

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree, Business Management and Sales - Catholic University of America (2023)