Alan Trayler
Durant,OK
Summary
Goal-driven Baseball Coach focused on achieving operational and competitive objectives through hands-on leadership, attention to detail and one-on-one mentoring of players and coaches. Talent for spotting and correcting problems early to maximize performance. Ready to bring 13 years of experience to a dynamic new position.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Baseball Coach
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
2017.08 - Current
- Appointed as hitting coach
- Appointed as infield coach
- Appointed as outfield coach
- Served as third base coach
- Served as Recruiting Coordinator
- Collaborated with coaching staff to recruit talented athletes, building a competitive roster.
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance, ensuring players had access to necessary tools for success on the field.
- Provided guidance on athletic scholarships and college recruitment processes, supporting athlete''s goals beyond high school baseball.
- Performed preliminary screening and hiring processes to encourage candidate compatibility with team and role.
- Developed plans for trips to play opposing teams.
- Exercised effective communication with members of community and team, acting as liaison and public face for organization.
- Assessed players' skills by closely monitoring players during practice and competitions.
- Assisted head coach in baseball practice and game planning, skill development, upkeep of field and recruitment of student-athletes.
- Participated in community outreach events, representing the baseball program and fostering positive relationships with local organizations and supporters.
- Created comprehensive scouting reports on upcoming opponents, providing valuable insights to inform pre-game preparations.
- Served as a positive role model through consistent professionalism and adherence to ethical coaching standards.
- Cultivated strong player-coach relationships, fostering a supportive and motivated team environment.
- Organized and managed practice sessions, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal skill development.
- Instructed athletes in performance principles and game strategies and rules to achieve desired results.
- Conducted video analysis of gameplay footage for tactical adjustments, enhancing overall team strategy execution.
- Promoted a culture of good sportsmanship among athletes by modeling respectful behavior towards opponents and officials at all times.
- Mentored athletes on maintaining academic eligibility, promoting their success both on the field and in the classroom.
- Developed fundraising initiatives to generate financial support for the baseball program''s needs throughout the season.
- Improved defensive strategies by analyzing opposing teams'' tendencies and designing targeted drills during practice sessions.
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Coordinated off-season training programs which led to increased player development during non-competitive months.
- Fostered a positive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth among players.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating coaching methods and seeking feedback from both players and fellow coaches.
- Collaborated with athletic trainers to address injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols, reducing instances of player downtime due to injury.
- Addressed any disciplinary issues swiftly and fairly, upholding a high standard of conduct within the team environment.
Assistant Baseball Coach
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
2016.08 - 2017.07
- Pitching coach
- Recruiting Coordinator
- Responsible for putting together workout plans/throwing programs (pre-season, in-season, off-season)
- Responsible for making sure transcripts were evaluated and up to university compliance
- Assisted with scheduling for Varsity and JV
- Responsible for throwing batting practice including game day
- Applied technology to Pitching Staff
- Responsible for setting up visits and calling local hotels to reserve rooms for recruits
- Responsible for giving tours on camps
- Responsible for sending/receiving/putting together scouting reports
- Responsible for contacting and communicating with Alumni
- Created/operated OPSU Baseball Team Twitter & Instagram accounts
- Served as positive role model through consistent professionalism and adherence to ethical coaching standards.
- Cultivated strong player-coach relationships, fostering supportive and motivated team environment.
- Implemented strength and conditioning programs tailored to individual needs, improving players'' physical fitness levels.
- Mentored athletes on maintaining academic eligibility, promoting their success both on the field and in the classroom.
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance, ensuring players had access to necessary tools for success on the field.
- Other duties as assigned.
Assistant Baseball Coach
Stephen F. Austin State University
2013.08 - 2015.05
- Assistant hitting coach
- Responsible for throwing batting practice including game day
- Applied technology to hitting (right view pro, uber-sense)
- Served as First base coach
- Appointed as infield and catchers coach
- Assistant Recruiting Coordinator
- Responsible for receiving transcripts and making sure each student athlete meets university requirements
- Served as positive role model through consistent professionalism and adherence to ethical coaching standards.
- Cultivated strong player-coach relationships, fostering a supportive and motivated team environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Assistant Baseball Coach
Murray State College
2012.08 - 2013.07
- Appointed as hitting coach
- Appointed as infield coach
- Served as first base coach
- Served as Recruiting Coordinator
- Created morning conditioning program
- Supervised study hall six days a week
- Responsible for throwing batting practice including game day
- Applied technology to hitting
- Other duties as assigned.
Education
Master of Science -
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TexasSouthern Arkansas University
Magnolia, ArkansasWest Texas A&M University
Canyon, TexasCisco Junior College
Cisco, TexasHigh School Diploma -
Dumas High School
Dumas, Texas05.2005
Master of Science -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, Oklahoma05.2018
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary - Kinesiology
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, Oklahoma05.2011
Associate of Science -
Neosho County Community College
Chanute, Kansas05.2009
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Player Development
- Clear Communication
- Coaching experience
- Facility Maintenance
- Program Fundraising
- Organization
- Recruiting talent
- Attention to Detail
References
- Zach Crabtree, Southeastern Oklahoma State Univ. Former Head Baseball Coach, (580) 775-3347, zcrabtree@se.edu
- Johnny Cardenas, Stephen F. Austin Head Baseball Coach, (936) 652-2445, cardenasjr@sfasu.edu
- Matt Collins, University of Louisiana Monroe, Former Assistant Baseball Coach, (318) 557-9495
- Bobby Cox, Oklahoma Baptist University, Former Head Baseball Coach, (405) 650-0363
- Chad Massengale, Texas State University, Assistant Baseball Coach, (903)-277-0987, cm59153@txstate.edu
Timeline
Assistant Baseball Coach
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
2017.08 - Current
Assistant Baseball Coach
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
2016.08 - 2017.07
Assistant Baseball Coach
Stephen F. Austin State University
2013.08 - 2015.05
Assistant Baseball Coach
Murray State College
2012.08 - 2013.07
Master of Science -
Stephen F. Austin State University
Southern Arkansas University
West Texas A&M University
Cisco Junior College
High School Diploma -
Dumas High School
Master of Science -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary - Kinesiology
Oklahoma Baptist University
Associate of Science -
Neosho County Community College
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