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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Brian Holley

Charlotte,NC

Summary

20 years as an exceptional leader that has excelled at being a youth-focused athletic coach with proven expertise in organized sports, by motivating youth to achieve goals in every area of life.   Holds youth, parents and coaching staff to high esteem, and interacts with the greatest degree of professionalism and personal integrity.  Equipped to support the mission of any athletic program.  Basketball and football coach experienced in assisting with day-to-day team operations, as well as sharing expert knowledge and techniques with athletes and parents.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Athletic Director

Commonwealth High School
Charlotte , NC
2014.03 - 2019.10
  • Created, developed, implemented and manages the entire high school basketball and football programs. This included three separate high schools: Charlotte Learning Academy, Commonwealth, and Stewart Creek.
  • Organized a season timetable and scouted other teams for tactical aims.
  • Communicated effectively with school board members, staff members, parents and others within the school administration, including organizing and leading meetings.
  • Recruited and met with prospective student-athletes to discuss their experience and goals.
    Spearheaded all team fundraising projects to raise money for new uniforms and equipment.
  • Monitored the academic performance of student-athletes in addition to their athletic progress.
  • Trained student-athletes during the off-season.
  • Helped develop each participant’s physical and psychological fitness.
  • Coordinated scheduling and field and facility use with the activities office.
  • Established and followed through with penalties for breaches of sportsmanship standards.
  • Motivated and encouraged student athletes to do their best during practices and games.
  • Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of the activities department and the district.

Head Basketball Coach

Police Athletic League (P.A.L.)
Charlotte , NC
2011.01 - 2018.11

Coached youth in ages 8 up to 15 years of age in basketball. Assist the local PAL organization with its youth program to assist with developing well-rounded young ladies and men who learn not only the fundamentals of basketball, but also the importance of education in an atmosphere conductive to developing sound character while having a good time. Created and ran up-to-date and relevant drills. Recruited and met with prospective student-athletes to discuss their experience and goals. Monitored the academic performance of student-athletes in addition to their athletic progress. Coordinated scheduling and field and facility use with the activities office. Established and followed through with penalties for breaches of sportsmanship standards. Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of the activities department and the district. Fostered a culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility. Compiled and submitted team records, awards and paperwork for lost or missing uniforms and equipment. Motivated and encouraged student athletes to do their best during practices and games.

Head Basketball Coach

Commonwealth High School
Charlotte , NC
2016.11 - 2018.02

Fostered a culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility.  Motivated and encouraged student athletes to do their best during practices and games.  Coordinated community service activities with local community groups.  Executed and generated funds, products, and sponsorship for home games. 

Head Football Coach

Commonwealth High School
Charlotte , NC
2017.06 - 2017.11
Taught fundamentals of football, including how to manage training with classes and school homework. Skilled at educating players on correct technique, including blocking, tackling, passing and receiving.  Attended football games and wrote related scouting reports on teams and prospective players.  Coordinated scheduling and field and facility use with the activities office.

Head Football Coach

Pop Warner (Harrisburg Cowboys)
Harrisburg , NC
2012.06 - 2013.11
Coached Pop Warner, tackle football for children ranging from ten years old to twelve years old.  Assist with the mission of this organization to enable young people to benefit from participating in football in a safe and structured environment. Through their active participation, it allowed, me to teach fundamental values, skills and knowledge that these youths will use throughout their lives.

Head Basketball Coach

Upward Basketball (Back Creek)
Charlotte , NC
2008.10 - 2012.03
Upward is a Christian sports league for children.  I assisted this organization by coaching boys ranging from ages 8 to 10 years old.  My coaching staff and I focused on developing the total athlete and creating individuals with strong character, confidence and spirit.  

Asst & Head Football Coach

Police Athletic League (PAL)
Charlotte , NC
2007.07 - 2011.11
Coached youth in ages 8 up to 12 years of age in tackle football.  Assist the local PAL organization with its youth program to assist with developing well-rounded young men who learn not only the fundamentals of football, but also the importance of education in an atmosphere conductive to developing sound character while having a good time. 

Head Flag Football Coach

I9 Sports
Charlotte , NC
2006.08 - 2007.01
Patterned after regular football, teams run or pass the ball down field in order to score a touchdown. The primary difference in flag football is that it is a “no contact” game. Instead of tackling the ball carrier, defensive players try to pull the flags off the ball carrier’s belt. Coached youth in ages 7 and 8 years-old in flag football.  Provide instruction in game fundamentals, weekly sportsmanship value taught and award given on each team, and emphasis on fair play vs. score of the game.​

Naval Submarine Base Bangor Head Basketball Coach

Team Community Recreation Center
Bangor , WA
1996.09 - 1998.11
Coached teenage youth in winter and summer league basketball.  This consisted of week day practices and Saturday games against teams in the following areas:  Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Fort Lewis, McChord and Whidbey Island military bases.  Coordinated scheduling and field and facility use with the activities office.   Established and followed through with penalties for breaches of sportsmanship standards.  Communicated effectively with parents, including organizing and leading meetings.  ​

Drug Education For Youth (DEFY) Support Staff Member

Naval Sub Base Bangor
Bangor , WA
1996.09 - 1998.11
Taught children in ages 9-12 in on drug resistance, self-esteem, healthy conflict resolution, citizenship values, and goal setting. Facilitated a weekly discussion group about relationship issues for youth.   Was awarded with Letter of Appreciation, Distinguished Service Award and a Naval Achievement Medal.​

Personal Excellence through Cooperative Education (PECE) Volunteer

Kingston Junior High School
Kingston , WA
1996.01 - 1998.11
PECE is about forming relationships between the Navy commands and local schools. The program functional purpose is to strengthen education and fitness for students in our community.  This was demonstrated by serving as a role model and by providing guidance/awareness on the following topics:  substance abuse (alcohol and drugs), personal issues and behavioral issues (such as violence). Was awarded with 3 Letter of Appreciation and a service award for volunteer efforts.​

Education

General Studies - English

University of Maryland University
1994

Skills

  • CPR and First Aid certified
  • CPR Blood borne Pathogen First Aid
  • AED Training/Medical Emergency Response
  • Personable and friendly
  • Dedicated
  • Self-motivated
  • Motivator
  • Strong work ethic
  • Computer proficient
  • Fast learner
  • Highly Experienced Football Coach
  • Experienced Flag Football Coach
  • Highly Experienced Basketball Coach
  • ​Weight training
  • Self-starter
  • Extremely organized
  • Energetic personality
  • USA Football Certified

Accomplishments

  • Help individuals improve their game on an individual level and cultivate them on working within the team. 
  • Instruct players on the rules, playing within the guidelines and optimizing performance in the framework of the games regulations.
  • Analyze players with potential, spot weaknesses and address those areas in order to quickly resolve any ongoing issues.   
  • Manage, foster, develop and lead a team of players and coaches.  
  • Instill a strong aptitude for team spirit, loyalty and pride. 
  • Collaborate with coaches from other areas to learn new techniques for building strong programs.   
  • Motivate players, assistants and team managers to achieve goals. 
  • Coach players with a passion, energy and excitement while teaching sportsmanship and integrity.
  • Led three teams in an undefeated season in Charlotte.
  • Coached the Powerade Basketball team that lead to team becoming tournament championships.

Accomplishments

Led team in 3 undefeated seasons in Police Athletic League (P.A.L.) Charlotte as followed:
  • 2013 - 2014 "14u Basketball Champions"
  • 2014 - 2015 "Divisional League Park & Recreation Champions"
  • 2015 - 2016 "Park & Recreation Department County-wide Champions"
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Affiliations

USA Football​

Timeline

Head Football Coach

Commonwealth High School
2017.06 - 2017.11

Head Basketball Coach

Commonwealth High School
2016.11 - 2018.02

Athletic Director

Commonwealth High School
2014.03 - 2019.10

Head Football Coach

Pop Warner (Harrisburg Cowboys)
2012.06 - 2013.11

Head Basketball Coach

Police Athletic League (P.A.L.)
2011.01 - 2018.11

Head Basketball Coach

Upward Basketball (Back Creek)
2008.10 - 2012.03

Asst & Head Football Coach

Police Athletic League (PAL)
2007.07 - 2011.11

Head Flag Football Coach

I9 Sports
2006.08 - 2007.01

Naval Submarine Base Bangor Head Basketball Coach

Team Community Recreation Center
1996.09 - 1998.11

Drug Education For Youth (DEFY) Support Staff Member

Naval Sub Base Bangor
1996.09 - 1998.11

Personal Excellence through Cooperative Education (PECE) Volunteer

Kingston Junior High School
1996.01 - 1998.11

General Studies - English

University of Maryland University
Brian Holley