[2] He studied at the University of Pennsylvania and earned a Bachelor's of Science in economics while concentrating in management and minoring in psychology.
As the head coach, Jenkins led the Toros to a 27–23 (.540) record during the 2012–13 season and a first-round playoff victory over the Bakersfield Jam before falling to the Santa Cruz Warriors in the semifinals.
[5] The Hawks reached the playoffs four consecutive years including a trip to the NBA Eastern Conference finals in 2015.
[9] His name was brought into the spotlight when an ESPN clip showed Jenkins springing up from the bench to hold the players back during a small on-court scuffle.
[12] The Memphis Commercial Appeal called the hire a "defining moment for owner Robert Pera," as well as the front office.