Craig Pletzke, Recruiting Coordinator

Arizona State University

[email protected]

(312) 429-4740

I’m a proud Arizona native and Arizona State University graduate (Go Devils!), where I studied Sports Business. Although I didn’t compete at the collegiate level, sports have always been a significant part of my life. During my time at ASU, I had the unique opportunity to be a Scout Player for our D1 Women’s Basketball team, practicing with them year-round and contributing to their preparation and success. For fun, I also participated in intramural sports year-round such as basketball and sand volleyball, fueling my competitive spirit. Being deeply involved in the ASU community, I was an active member of the Sports Business Association, where I gained insights into the sports business industry. You could find me at almost every sporting event, whether it was cheering on our football team on Saturday’s or supporting our basketball team throughout the week. Recently, I landed a role with the Phoenix Suns, where I gained invaluable experience in the sports business industry. This role afforded me the luxury and opportunity to experience moments like playoff games and the behind-the-scenes operations up close and personal, deepening my understanding of the industry.

Before ASU, I was a student-athlete at Marcos de Niza High School and Tempe High School, both located in Tempe, Arizona. I competed in golf, tennis, but basketball was my main sport. I started playing basketball at the age of 5 and competed at a high level for most of my life. Arizona is home to many top-tier D1 prospects and NBA caliber players, and I had the privilege of playing with and against many of them. Now residing in Scottsdale, Arizona, my journey has led me to NCSA, where I’m thrilled to channel my passion for sports into making a meaningful difference in the lives of student-athletes and their families.