Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information - Baseball Awards
Languages
Timeline
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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, CA
11.2023

Masters of Education, Special Emphasis - Education

University of La Verne
La Verne, CA
01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of La Verne
La Verne, CA
01.2019

Associate of Science - Math And Science

Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA
01.2017

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
Adam Santa Cruz