Nic Kjaerholt enters his first season as an assistant coach and director of video and analytics for Utah State women's basketball after taking on the role in April of 2026.
In his role, Kjaerholt supports all areas of the program, with a primary focus on video coordination, scouting preparation and player development. He works closely with the staff to break down opponents, organize film, and prepare scouting reports that help guide game planning. His approach blends film study with analytics to provide clear, actionable feedback for both coaches and student-athletes.
On the court, Kjaerholt is involved in skill development, offensive concepts and daily practice planning. He works with players to improve decision-making, efficiency, and overall understanding of the game, helping translate preparation into performance. Kjaerholt also contributes to recruiting and program operations, assisting with player evaluation, visits, and the day-to-day organization of the program. His background includes experience working with both domestic and international student-athletes, along with a strong understanding of NCAA compliance and academic support.
Prior to Utah State, Kjaerholt gained experience across multiple collegiate programs in roles that included coaching, operations, and student-athlete support with stops at Wheeling University, Life University and West Virginia Tech. He has been part of staffs that reached the NCAA Tournament, competed in conference championship settings and consistently performed at a top-25 level. He has also contributed to programs that earned conference tournament championships and postseason appearances, while supporting the development of all-conference and all-American players.Â
As a coach, Kjaerholt has worked with offensive game planning, film breakdown, and player development, helping teams improve efficiency and prepare for high-level competition. His experience spans multiple levels of college basketball, giving him a broad perspective on player growth and team development.
A former collegiate player and team captain at WVU Tech, Kjaerholt brings a team-first mindset to his work, emphasizing preparation, accountability, and consistency. Originally from Copenhagen, Denmark, he has represented Danish national teams at multiple youth levels.
Kjaerholt is married to USU associate head coach Anna Kjaerholt, and the couple has two sons, Noah and Kylo.