Prior to joining the Dream staff, Williams served as the head coach of the San Diego Siege, a National Women’s Basketball League (NWBL) team. In 2006, he was named NWBL Coach of the Year and led the Siege to a 15-5 record and a championship appearance.

Williams was also the head coach of the Utah Starzz (now the San Antonio Silver Stars). He led the Starzz from a 13-15 season in 1999 to playoff appearances in 2000 and 2001 with 18-14 and 19-13 seasons, respectively. He was also an assistant coach with the Charlotte Sting from 2003 until 2004.

In addition to his WNBA experience, Williams spent 10 years coaching at the University of Southern California (USC) as an assistant coach under Cheryl Miller (1983-1990) and as head coach (1995-1997). During the 1983-84 season, he helped guide USC to a national championship and in 1996-97, he led USC to a 20-9 record and a trip to the NCAA tournament. At USC, Williams worked with past and future WNBA players Cynthia Cooper, Lisa Leslie, Tina Thompson, and Adrian Williams.

In addition to his extensive coaching experience, Williams is a skilled recruiter who has brought in such players as Margo Dydek, career block leader; Jennifer Azzi, a former Olympian; and three-time WNBA All-Star Marie Ferdinand-Harris into his programs. He has also served as an advance scout for the NBA’s Sacramento Kings and the Utah Jazz.

Williams is a graduate of Boise State University.