Javair Gillett, is the head strength and conditioning coach and director of athletic performance for the Houston Rockets. Prior to joining the Rockets, Gillett spent 14 years with the Detroit Tigers, and he has worked with the Orlando Magic, Indiana University, and Penn State University.
Gillett is certified as a Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC*D) by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He has a master of science degree in human movement from A.T. Still University and completed his bachelor’s degree at DePauw University, majoring in health and human performance with an emphasis in exercise science. He lettered four seasons with DePauw University’s baseball team and was given All-Conference honors two of those four years as well as All-American Honorable Mention his final season.
Gillett dedicates himself to sharing his knowledge with youth athletes, parents, and coaches. He has been a speaker at numerous educational events and has published research articles and other educational content for a variety of resources. During the off-season, he resides in Houston with his wife, Erin Counts, and daughter, Anabella Rose.