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Experience
17-16 overall, 11-5 Big South (2023-24 at Gardner-Webb)
Recent Season
Direct
Style
Coaching Intelligence
Biography
Tannor Kraus joined the High Point men's basketball staff in June of 2025 as announced by head coach Flynn Clayman. Kraus spent the past two seasons at Big South foe Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. While with the Runnin' Bulldogs, GWU posted a winning record during the 2023-24 season with a 17-16 overall record and an 11-5 record in the Big South to make it to the Big South Semifinals. Prior to being on staff at GWU, Kraus posted a two-year stint as an assistant coach at Northwest Nazarene University. At Northwest Nazarene University, he helped lead the Nighthawks to the 2023 GNAC Championship and advance to the Division II NCAA Tournament. Additionally, Kraus helped coach the Nighthawks to the No. 1-ranked defense in the GNAC during the 2021-2022 season and the top defense in the west region during the 2022-2023 season. Overall, Kraus has been a part of six winning seasons and part of two NCAA Tournament teams.
Coaching Philosophy
Kraus is a defensive-minded coach who prioritizes building elite defensive systems as the foundation for team success. His track record shows he believes in developing players within structured systems that emphasize accountability and competitive excellence, with a focus on maximizing team potential through strong defensive fundamentals.
Known For
Program Culture
Under Kraus's influence, High Point's program culture emphasizes defensive excellence and systematic basketball. The culture values hard work, team-first mentality, and the belief that elite defense translates to winning seasons and postseason success.
Career Path
Gardner-Webb University → Northwest Nazarene University
Recruiting Priorities
- •Defensive-minded players who buy into team systems
- •Character and work ethic over pure talent
- •Players who can contribute to winning culture
Recent Season
17-16 overall, 11-5 Big South (2023-24 at Gardner-Webb)
Overview
Biography
Tannor Kraus joined the High Point men's basketball staff in June of 2025 as announced by head coach Flynn Clayman. Kraus spent the past two seasons at Big South foe Gardner-Webb University in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. While with the Runnin' Bulldogs, GWU posted a winning record during the 2023-24 season with a 17-16 overall record and an 11-5 record in the Big South to make it to the Big South Semifinals. Prior to being on staff at GWU, Kraus posted a two-year stint as an assistant coach at Northwest Nazarene University. At Northwest Nazarene University, he helped lead the Nighthawks to the 2023 GNAC Championship and advance to the Division II NCAA Tournament. Additionally, Kraus helped coach the Nighthawks to the No. 1-ranked defense in the GNAC during the 2021-2022 season and the top defense in the west region during the 2022-2023 season. Overall, Kraus has been a part of six winning seasons and part of two NCAA Tournament teams.
Coaching Philosophy
Kraus is a defensive-minded coach who prioritizes building elite defensive systems as the foundation for team success. His track record shows he believes in developing players within structured systems that emphasize accountability and competitive excellence, with a focus on maximizing team potential through strong defensive fundamentals.
Known For
Program Culture
Under Kraus's influence, High Point's program culture emphasizes defensive excellence and systematic basketball. The culture values hard work, team-first mentality, and the belief that elite defense translates to winning seasons and postseason success.
Career
Career Path
Gardner-Webb University → Northwest Nazarene University
Recruiting Intel
Recruiting Priorities
- •Defensive-minded players who buy into team systems
- •Character and work ethic over pure talent
- •Players who can contribute to winning culture
Program
Recent Season
17-16 overall, 11-5 Big South (2023-24 at Gardner-Webb)
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