Matthew Caraway
Cedarville,OH
Summary
Spirited, results-driven Coach experienced and committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development, resulting in courageous, confident, happy and successful student athletes. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence. Proponent of detailed finance and resource management to maintain positive perception of program and expand competitive opportunities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach - 12u Girls Softball
Clark County Recreational League
Cedarville, OH
05.2021 - Current
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Positive, high-energy, relaxed and fun approach to practices and games
- Developed confidence in individual players by assigning specific roles / positions
- Fostered great relationships with opposing teams and coaches
- Professional attitude garnered respect from umpires / game officials
- Coordinated with parents on many team-bonding activities off the field
- Clark County League Runner-up, losing in Championship game. Final win-loss record: 12-3
Varsity Assistant Coach - Baseball
Greeneview High School
Jamestown, OH
03.2002 - 05.2003
- Coached players on specific position requirements, namely pitching, infield & outfield
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Provided insights to head coach on assessments and development of player talent and performance
- Reacted to unwarranted changes in player status, team success and personal performance with adaptability.
Junior Varsity Assistant Coach - Baseball
Greeneview High School
Jamestown, OH
03.2001 - 05.2001
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Responsible for creating batting lineup and defensive arrangements
- Managed pitching staff
- Scorebook management
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Head coach Paul Thompson nearly resigned during the season due to resentment of varsity coaches; position was nearly offered to me
- Team finished near the top of the conference standings
Coach /Assistant - Baseball
Jamestown Little League
Jametown, OH
04.1997 - 07.2000
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Built positive and productive relationships with players' parents
- Planned strategies for each match based on knowledge of opposing team and individual player strengths.
- All-Star Coach - 1999
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Ohio Institute of Photography & Technology
Dayton, OH07.2007
High School Diploma -
Greeneview High School
Jamestown, OH06.1996
Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Practice Planning and Management
- Gameplay Techniques
- Competitive Preparation & Analysis
- Safety Management
- Decision Making
- Performance Optimization
- Athlete Training and Motivation
- Parent Relations
- Individualized Coaching
- Team Building
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Creativity and Flexibility
- Academic Eligibility Monitoring
- Community Outreach
- Physical Conditioning
- Stress Tolerance
- Relationship Development
References
Darrel Hetzler - Varsity Head Coach, Baseball, Greeneview (2001-2004)
(937) 675-2091
Matt Spracklen - former player, Jamestown Little League, whose daughter Adeline I also coached in 12u softball in 2021
Phone (740) 272-0906
Kyle Miller - Cedarville Recreational League Coordinator & coaching associate, 12u softball 2021
Phone (937) 460-1517
Timeline
Head Coach - 12u Girls Softball
Clark County Recreational League
05.2021 - Current
Varsity Assistant Coach - Baseball
Greeneview High School
03.2002 - 05.2003
Junior Varsity Assistant Coach - Baseball
Greeneview High School
03.2001 - 05.2001
Coach /Assistant - Baseball
Jamestown Little League
04.1997 - 07.2000
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Ohio Institute of Photography & Technology
High School Diploma -
Greeneview High School