Bladen R. Reaves
Jefferson,TX
Summary
Experienced with coaching and mentoring student athletes to improve character, performance and skill levels. Utilizes strategic training methods and motivational techniques to foster competitive team environment. Knowledge of game planning, player development, and effective communication strategies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Performance Graduate Assistant
Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR
08.2025 - Current
- Design and lead strength & conditioning programs for 120+ NCAA DII (GAC) athletes. Sports including Wrestling, Men's Soccer, Women's Basketball, and Swim & Dive. Assist with football & men's basketball.
- Coordinated and managed the redshirt football program, including game-day operations and the planning and execution of inseason developmental training sessions.
- Assist in nutrition center operations, including setup, fueling, and athlete education.
Strength & Conditioning Intern
Washington State University Football
Pullman, WA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Helped design, implement, and monitor RTP programs during the summer offseason for football athletes.
- Responsible for setting up, operating and tracking player performance metrics using sport technology including Perch VBT, Kinexon GPS, and Dashr.
- Managed equipment setup, breakdown, and facility upkeep for training sessions.
District Strength & Conditioning Coordinator / Varsity Coach / Teacher
Jefferson ISD (3A D1)
Jefferson, TX
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Programmed and implemented training for 6th–12th grade athletes across football, powerlifting, baseball, softball, and track.
- Led and individualized training for multisport athletes ages 11–18, emphasizing long term athletic development, performance enhancement, and injury prevention.
- Coached Varsity Football (TE/HB), Powerlifting, and Track while teaching Character Development to junior high students.
Strength & Conditioning Intern
Texas A&M University Football
College Station, TX
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted S&C staff in delivering sports performance and RTP programs for football athletes.
- Coordinated daily training setup, breakdown, and facility maintenance.
Education
Master of Science - Exercise Science: Sport Coaching
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX08-2023
Skills
- Microsoft office
- Microsoft Excel
- Data entry
- Research support
- Administrative support
- Data analysis
- Event organization
- Student mentoring
- Curriculum implementation
Collegiate History
- Texas A&M University Football Running Back/Fullback (2019-2022)
- Texas A&M Wake Team Member (2020-2021)
High School History
Pleasant Grove High School Football, Texarkana, TX, Linebacker / Running Back, (2018-2019)
- 2018 4A-D2 State Semi-Finalist (Football and 7-on-7).
- 2018 District Utility Player of the Year and 4A Linebacker All-Area selection.
- 2018 4A Academic All-State honoree, recognizing excellence in both academics and athletics.
Certification
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
- Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
- Microsoft Excel/Word Certified
- TeamBuildr PowerUser
Awards and Accomplishments
- Fall 2021 Texas A&M Athletics Director Honor Roll
- Spring 2022 Texas A&M Athletics Director Honor Roll
- 2019 Texas Bowl Champions
- 2019 Scout Team Offensive Player of the Year
- 2020 Orange Bowl Champions
Additional Experiences
- Texas A&M Biomedical and Athletic Research Participant (2016-2018)
- Coach for Jimbo Fisher's Football Summer Camp (2021-2023)
- National Honor Society Member (2016-2018)
- Texas A&M Big Event Volunteer (2019-2023)
- Special Olympics Volunteer (2016 & 2017)
- Teacher/Coach Volunteer
Timeline
Athletic Performance Graduate Assistant
Ouachita Baptist University
08.2025 - Current
Strength & Conditioning Intern
Washington State University Football
05.2025 - 08.2025
District Strength & Conditioning Coordinator / Varsity Coach / Teacher
Jefferson ISD (3A D1)
03.2024 - 05.2025
Strength & Conditioning Intern
Texas A&M University Football
01.2023 - 01.2024
Master of Science - Exercise Science: Sport Coaching
Texas State University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas A&M University