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Antonio Lofton

Chicago,IL

Summary

Motivational Coach with proven ability to deliver highly productive and efficient outcomes through clear goal setting and performance monitoring. Skilled in developing personalized coaching strategies, team dynamics improvement, and effective communication techniques. Excel at using empathy, active listening, and motivational feedback to inspire individuals and teams towards achieving their full potential. A proud alumni of Carver Military Academy, I bleed Green and Gold and this is the place I belong.

Overview

4
4
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Coach

Old Gold
Chicago, IL
04.2023 - Current
  • Lead by example, helping grow boys into men.
  • Scouting and recruiting at all levels
  • Developed personalized training plans for athletes to enhance performance.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor athlete progress.
  • Believing in every player and never giving up on his/her dream.
  • Mentored junior coaches to improve coaching strategies and techniques.

Assistant Coach

Country Club Recreation
Country Club Hills, Illinois
09.2022 - 03.2025
  • Assisted in developing training programs for athletes.
  • Coordinated practice schedules to optimize facility usage and team performance.
  • Monitored athlete progress and provided constructive feedback during training sessions.

Coaching Intern

Carver Military Academy
Chicago, IL
09.2012 - 03.2013
  • Assisted coaching staff in developing training.
  • Supported student-athletes in skill development through personalized drills and feedback.
  • Discuss strategies and player performance improvements.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
08.2009 - 05.2011

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Parkland College
Champaign, IL
08.2007 - 08.2009

Skills

  • Developing training programs
  • Athlete performance assessment
  • Scouting strategies
  • Recruitment techniques
  • Motivation techniques
  • Leading by example
  • Team bonding
  • Youth sports coach

Accomplishments

  • 3 year starter at Carver Military Academy (2 of which I was the co-captain and captain of the team)
  • First team all conference senior year at Carver and honorable mention junior year.
  • Two all-star game appearances my senior year at Carver Military Academy
  • Full scholarship to Parkland Junior College where I went on to be the captain of the team two consecutive years.
  • Top 5 in division 2 junior college scoring my sophomore year.
  • Top 3 in scoring in Parkland College history
  • Full scholarship to Chicago State University where I was the co-captain junior year and captain senior year.
  • Most improved player my junior year (yes most improved my first year at the school. Huge difference in my performance from the first half of the season to the second half, proving that I could adjust to the environment.
  • Senior year at Chicago State University I was honorable mention all conference.

Timeline

Coach

Old Gold
04.2023 - Current

Assistant Coach

Country Club Recreation
09.2022 - 03.2025

Coaching Intern

Carver Military Academy
09.2012 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Chicago State University
08.2009 - 05.2011

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Parkland College
08.2007 - 08.2009
Antonio Lofton