Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jon Scheyer

How Jon Scheyer built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Jon Scheyer is an American basketball coach and former professional player. He currently serves as the head coach for the Duke Blue Devils, a prominent team in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Prior to coaching, Scheyer had a successful playing career, showcasing his skills on the court. Now, he leads one of college basketball's most storied programs, following in the footsteps of the legendary Coach Mike Krzyzewski.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2003: 3rd-place finish in state

In 2003, as a freshman at Glenbrook North High School, Jon Scheyer helped lead the team to a 3rd-place finish in the Illinois High School Association Class AA state basketball championship.

2005: State Championship

In 2005, Scheyer led his high school team to a state championship.

2006: Elite Eight appearance

In 2006, Jon Scheyer led Glenbrook North High School to an Elite Eight appearance in the state playoffs.

2006: Illinois Mr. Basketball and All-American

In 2006, Jon Scheyer was named Illinois Mr. Basketball by a significant margin and was also named a high school All-American, marking a peak in his high school achievements.

2006: Started all 33 Blue Devils games as a freshman

In 2006, Scheyer started all 33 Blue Devils games as a freshman.

February 7, 2007: Season-High 26 Points

On February 7, 2007, as a freshman, Jon Scheyer scored a season-high 26 points in a game against North Carolina.

December 20, 2007: Career-High 12 Rebounds

On December 20, 2007, Jon Scheyer grabbed a career-high 12 rebounds in a game against Pittsburgh.

February 20, 2008: Matched Most Points off the Bench

On February 20, 2008, Jon Scheyer scored 27 points at Miami, matching the most points by a player off the bench in Duke history.

2008: Named Blue Devils Captain

In 2008, Jon Scheyer was named one of the three captains for the Duke Blue Devils, marking a leadership role within the team.

February 22, 2009: Career-High 30 Points

On February 22, 2009, Jon Scheyer scored a then-career-high 30 points against Wake Forest.

December 2, 2009: First Duke Player to Reach Milestones

On December 2, 2009, Jon Scheyer became the first Duke player to record 1,400 points, 400 rebounds, 250 assists, 200 3-point field goals, and 150 steals in his career.

2009: Most Valuable Player of the ACC men's basketball tournament

In 2009, Jon Scheyer transitioned to point guard and was named the Most Valuable Player of the ACC men's basketball tournament.

March 14, 2010: Sealed ACC Championship Win

On March 14, 2010, Jon Scheyer made a 3-pointer with 18 seconds left to secure a win for Duke over Georgia Tech, claiming the ACC championship.

September 22, 2010: Training Camp Invitation

On September 22, 2010, Jon Scheyer accepted a training camp invitation with the Los Angeles Clippers, marking an opportunity to pursue his NBA career despite earlier setbacks.

2010: Duke Blue Devils Win NCAA Championship

In 2010, Jon Scheyer captained the Duke Blue Devils to victory in the NCAA Basketball Championship, marking a significant triumph in his college career.

2010: NBA Draft

In 2010, Jon Scheyer went undrafted in the NBA draft after battling mononucleosis and missing the NBA Draft Combine.

2010: ACC regular season and tournament championships and the NCAA national championship

In 2010, as Duke's captain, Scheyer led the team to ACC regular season and tournament championships and the NCAA national championship.

February 17, 2011: Signed with Rio Grande Valley Vipers

On February 17, 2011, Jon Scheyer signed a contract with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the Houston Rockets D-League team, after turning down offers from overseas and other D-League teams, signaling his continued pursuit of a professional basketball career.

June 2011: Signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv

In June 2011, Jon Scheyer signed a two-year contract with Euroleague contender Maccabi Tel Aviv, a top European league team, marking a new chapter in his professional basketball career overseas.

September 2011: Obtained Israeli Citizenship

In September 2011, Jon Scheyer obtained Israeli citizenship, allowing him to play for Maccabi Tel Aviv without counting against the team's limit on non-Israeli players.

October 1, 2011: Began Playing for Maccabi Tel Aviv

On October 1, 2011, Jon Scheyer began playing for Maccabi Tel Aviv as their season started, transitioning into his role with the European league team.

April 2013: Joined Duke's Basketball Staff

In April 2013, Jon Scheyer was added to Duke's men's basketball staff as a special assistant by head coach Mike Krzyzewski, after Chris Collins' resignation.

April 18, 2014: Promoted to Full Assistant Coach

On April 18, 2014, Jon Scheyer was promoted to a full assistant coach for Duke's men's basketball team, following the departure of Steve Wojciechowski.

2014: Signed with Gran Canaria 2014

In 2014, Jon Scheyer signed to play for Gran Canaria 2014 in the Spanish league.

2018: Promoted to Co-Associate Head Coach

In 2018, Jon Scheyer was promoted to co-associate head coach along with Nate James, following Jeff Capel's departure from Duke to coach at the University of Pittsburgh.

January 6, 2021: Acting Head Coach for Duke

On January 6, 2021, Jon Scheyer served as acting head coach for Duke in their 83-82 win over Boston College, filling in for Mike Krzyzewski, who was quarantined after COVID-19 exposure.

June 2, 2021: Named Duke's Next Head Coach

On June 2, 2021, Jon Scheyer was announced as Duke's next head basketball coach, succeeding Mike Krzyzewski after his retirement at the end of the 2021-22 season.