Unity Christian Coach Reaches 700 Career Wins

Scott Soodsma has been coaching high school basketball for over 40 years.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Hudsonville Unity Christian basketball coach Scott Soodsma reached a major milestone on Thursday, earning his 700th career win. Soodsma has been coaching since 1983 and has built Unity Christian into a powerhouse program during his four-decade tenure.

Why it matters

Soodsma's 700 wins are an incredible accomplishment, showcasing his longevity and success as a high school basketball coach. Reaching this milestone is a testament to his dedication, strategic coaching, and ability to develop talented players over many years.

The details

Soodsma earned his 700th career win as Unity Christian defeated Zeeland West 69-28 on Thursday night. The longtime coach first began his career in 1983 when Ronald Reagan was president, and he has since built Unity Christian into one of the top high school basketball programs in Michigan.

  • Soodsma earned his first win as a basketball coach in 1983 when Ronald Reagan was president.
  • On February 13, 2026, Soodsma recorded his 700th career win.

The players

Scott Soodsma

The head basketball coach at Hudsonville Unity Christian High School, who has led the program for over 40 years and just reached the 700-win milestone in his career.

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What they’re saying

“It shows how old I am”

— Scott Soodsma, Head Basketball Coach

What’s next

Soodsma and Unity Christian will look to continue their successful season and make a deep run in the state playoffs.

The takeaway

Soodsma's 700 career wins are a remarkable achievement that speaks to his longevity, strategic coaching, and ability to build a consistent winner at the high school level over the course of four decades.