Adam Santa Cruz
Victorville,CA
Summary
Head Softball Coach adept at recruiting, training and leading players through the rigors of practice, competition, academics and life. Motivational teacher with a caring approach and strong focus on discipline, sportsmanship, culture and lifelong skills. Pursuing a new professional opportunity with a globally renowned program.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Softball Coach
Victor Valley College
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for assistant coaches, encouraging professional growth within the coaching staff.
- Established strong connections with local media outlets to increase the visibility of the softball program within the community.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training sessions, detailed practice plans, and personalized coaching techniques.
- Kept field, facilities, and equipment organized and well-maintained.
- Managed schedule of practices, games, and special events.
- Created an inclusive team culture that embraced diversity in backgrounds, skills, and perspectives among student athletes.
- Organized successful fundraising events to support the softball program''s financial needs.
- Implemented policies for checking academic eligibility before and during time on team.
- Promoted player development beyond athletics by emphasizing importance of academics, community involvement, and personal growth.
- Recruited talented student-athletes, contributing to a stronger and more competitive team roster.
- Communicate with the Administration and Athletic Trainers of Victor Valley College to ensure that we are meeting all requirements.
Part-time Faculty, Kinesiology Instructor
Victor Valley College
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Taught Athletic Training I, while integrating spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth
- Provided opportunities for students to become active and retain information regarding health through lecture and labs
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Created lesson plans that implement leadership, cooperation, safety, and lifelong health
- Guided students down their true career path and provided them any information required in order to increase their success.
Head Baseball Coach
Victor Valley College
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed scheduling of games, practices, travel arrangements, ensuring smooth logistics throughout the season.
- Fostered a positive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.
- Developed players'' skills through targeted practice sessions and individualized feedback, leading to improved game results.
- Organized pre-season conditioning programs for optimal player fitness levels, reducing injury rates during the season.
- Coordinated with college recruiters to showcase players, resulting in increased scholarship opportunities for team members.
- Cultivated strong communication channels between coaches, players, and administration for seamless program operation.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing rigorous training programs and personalized coaching methods.
- Promoted academic success of student-athletes by coordinating study halls, tutoring sessions, and time management workshops.
Lead Transportation and Parking Officer
University of La Verne Transportation and Parking
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Ensured that all vehicles owned by the university were maintained and repaired
- Maintained accurate records of issued citations, warnings, and towing orders for proper documentation and follow-up actions.
- Resolved conflicts with upset individuals through effective communication skills and de-escalation techniques.
- Conducted vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with permit requirements and identified unauthorized vehicles for removal.
- Provided parking passes and answered any question in regards to parking on campus
- Provided and scheduled all transportation to and from campus for athletes during competitions
- Worked in correspondence with the local campus safety officers to ensure student, staff, faculty and visitors safety.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills while working on multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or deadlines.
Baseball Scout
Baseball Factory
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Scouted athletes and did detailed reports on each player that stood out
- Organized memorable annual camps to foster camaraderie, teamwork, and personal growth among participants.
- Strengthened community involvement by encouraging scouts to participate in volunteer opportunities and service projects.
- Managed multiple teams and arranged start times for baseball games
- Recorded video for athletes so that they can be uploaded on social media
- Assisted in scouting camps for athletes so that they could gain exposure and possibly play in college or better
Education
Master of Science - Physical Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA11.2023
Masters of Education, Special Emphasis - Education
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA01.2019
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA01.2017
Skills
- NCAA Regulations
- Safety awareness
- Safety understanding
- Recruiting strategies
- Strength training
- Practice scheduling
- Fundraising
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking and program tracking spreadsheets.
Additional Information - Baseball Awards
- 2019-2021 Captain of the University of La Verne Baseball Team
- 2020 SCIAC Baseball Character Award Winner
- 2019 Second Team D3baseball.com All-West Region
- 2019 ABCA/Rawlings Second Team All-West Region
- 2019 First Team All-SCIAC
- 2018 ABCA/Rawlings Second Team All-West Region
- 2018 Second Team All-SCIAC
- 2018-2021 SCIAC All-Academic
- SCIAC Athlete of the Week (2/18/2019)
- 2019 Honor roll
- 2018 Dean's List
- 2019 President's list
- 2015 First Team All-Mojave League
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Part-time Faculty, Kinesiology Instructor
Victor Valley College
08.2023 - 12.2023
Head Softball Coach
Victor Valley College
10.2022 - Current
Head Baseball Coach
Victor Valley College
08.2021 - 05.2023
Lead Transportation and Parking Officer
University of La Verne Transportation and Parking
08.2019 - 03.2020
Baseball Scout
Baseball Factory
06.2019 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Physical Education
Azusa Pacific University
Masters of Education, Special Emphasis - Education
University of La Verne
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of La Verne
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Victor Valley College