Anthony Grant
Springfield ,MO
Summary
Highly skilled coaching professional with proven track record in leading teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and achieving results. Adaptable to changing needs and fostering positive, goal-oriented environment. Known for effective communication, leadership, mentorship abilities, while bringing extensive experience guiding athletes to reach optimum potential. Passion driven, their success is my success.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach Boy's and Girls Soccer
United Springfield Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.
- Lead the team(s) to many championships including the 2024 State Cup, 2024 Regional Championship, 2024 National Finalist for the U-19 girls.
Head Men's Soccer Coach
Mission University
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Developed training plans to enhance player performance and team cohesion.
- Organized team practices focusing on skill development and competitive play.
- Implemented recruitment strategies to attract top talent for the program.
- Collaborated with athletic department on fundraising initiatives for team resources.
- Improved player recruitment efforts through scouting, networking, and establishing relationships with high school coaches.
- Managed budgets effectively while prioritizing investments in areas that significantly impacted team performance and player development.
- Created an atmosphere of academic excellence among players by emphasizing the importance of balancing athletics with academics.
- Established a strong rapport with athletes'' parents to ensure open communication regarding player progress and expectations.
- Provided Dynamic Leadership, earning "First in history" moment's for the Men's soccer program.
Pro Soccer Player
Kansas City Comets
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Served as a team captain for multiple seasons, providing leadership both on-field during matches and off-field during training sessions.
- Mentored younger players within the club system by sharing knowledge gained over years of experience playing professionally.
- Entertained fans during games and at personal appearances by performing stunts and choreographed routines.
- Achieved lifelong aspiration through proven work ethic, dedication, and visualization.
- Attended all practices, meetings, and workouts on time.
- Adapted quickly to changing game plans and strategies.
- Leading the team with 34 Goals and 10 assist
Pro Soccer Player
Richmond Kickers United Soccer League
2015 - 2017
- Maintained peak physical fitness with a rigorous workout regimen, resulting in increased stamina during games.
- Participated in community outreach programs as a representative of the team, enhancing public relations and fan engagement efforts.
- Attended and arrived at all practices and games at designated times.
- Improved overall team Offense by consistently applying tactical strategies learned from coaching staff.
- Named PDL's all conference and MVP for 2015 season.
- Leading the team with 25 Goals and 9 Assist.
- Claimed 4th place in the Eastern conference, with 8 game winning streak, scoring my famous goal against Barclay Premier League.
Education
No Degree - General Education
Mckendree University
St Louis, MOBachelor - Geography/ Environmental Science
Bowling Green University
Bowling Green, OH05-2013
Skills
Expertise in Player Conditioning and Team Rehabilitation
Dynamic Leadership in High-stakes Competitions
Cultivation of excellence in Sports and Academics
Elite Athlete Development and mentoring
High Performance team building
Strategic Game Planning
Advanced Soccer program development
Recruiting
Fundraising
Timeline
Head Men's Soccer Coach
Mission University
12.2024 - 11.2025
Head Coach Boy's and Girls Soccer
United Springfield Academy
08.2023 - Current
Pro Soccer Player
Kansas City Comets
11.2017 - 06.2020
Pro Soccer Player
Richmond Kickers United Soccer League
2015 - 2017
No Degree - General Education
Mckendree University
Bachelor - Geography/ Environmental Science
Bowling Green University