Benjamin Whitfield
Deer Park,TX
Summary
Self-motivated athletic professional with extensive experience in leadership positions and working with teams. Manages time efficiently and works well under pressure.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Freshman Basketball Coach.
Sam Rayburn High School
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained scouting reports and distributed copies to head coaches and athletic supervisors each month.
- Built strong rapport with athletes and assistants before, during and after coaching seasons.
- Taught range of sport-specific skills in a clear, safe manner.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of all rules, game procedures, coaching techniques and current trends in basketball.
- Maintained high academic standards for all student athletes and enforced academic discipline.
- Developed game plans and adjusted them according to various game situations.
- Demonstrated a high level of respect for opponents, officials and facilities.
- Enhanced player performance by developing and implementing tailored training programs.
- Assisted players in navigating college recruiting processes by providing guidance on NCAA eligibility requirements, connecting them with college coaches, and writing recommendation letters when appropriate.
Assistant Girls Varsity Basketball Coach
Pasadena ISD Sam Raburn HS
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained high academic standards for all student athletes and enforced academic discipline.
- Developed positive relationships with parents, schools and the community.
- Supervised practices and contests, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Enforced discipline both on and off the court.
- Exhibited sound judgment while executing coaching responsibilities and functions.
AAU Basketball Head Coach and Camp Instructor
Team Texas
05.2015 - Current
- Effectively communicated with a diverse group of athletes, coaches and game officials.
- Exhibited excellent teamwork and a strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
- Provided basketball coaching in Houston Tx for travel athletes. While developing and mentoring elite athletes.
- Working as literacy teacher helping develop curriculum for athletes to read.
United States Army Retired
United States Army
05.1994 - 07.2015
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Masters of ED Instructional Technology -
AIU
Illinois10.2004
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC05.2001
Skills
- College athletics
- Promotions and marketing strategies
- Leadership development
- Weight training
- Competitive
- CPR and First Aid certified
- Self-motivated
- Time management
- Healthy lifestyle role model
- Basketball director
- Fast learner
- Personable and friendly
- Athletic training and coaching
- Player evaluation
- Travel Coordination
- Staff Development
Accomplishments
- Attended multiple speaking engagements and public appearances as a representative of Team Texas AAU.
- Received numerous commendations from supervisors for team building, mentoring and leadership skills.
- State Playoffs 2023, Sam Rayburn High School.
- I had eight players on the 2023 Houston Areas Senior All Star Team.
- I have helped over 60 players from my travel organization and Highschool Coaching to be recruited to play at the next level.
Timeline
Head Freshman Basketball Coach.
Sam Rayburn High School
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Girls Varsity Basketball Coach
Pasadena ISD Sam Raburn HS
09.2023 - Current
AAU Basketball Head Coach and Camp Instructor
Team Texas
05.2015 - Current
United States Army Retired
United States Army
05.1994 - 07.2015
Masters of ED Instructional Technology -
AIU
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Elizabeth City State University
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