Brittney Ducroz
Austin,TX
Summary
High Performance Coach specializing in strength, power production, and recovery enhancement through tailored training programs. Expertise in speed and agility training, alongside muscle mass development. Utilizes a blend of traditional coaching methods and advanced technology to optimize athletic performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
St. Edwards University
09.2021 - Current
- Oversaw strength and conditioning programs for 12 NCAA DII sports.
- Developed and instructed tailored strength and conditioning programs for Volleyball, Men’s Soccer, Men’s Basketball, Track and Field, and Stunt.
- Managed assistant strength and conditioning coach and interns to enhance program delivery.
- Created budget and designed initiatives for strength and conditioning department.
- Established weight room schedule for fall and spring semesters.
- Designed fueling station to support athlete recovery processes.
- Integrated sport science technology with VBT tracking, force deck, and online wellness monitoring applications.
Head Strength Coach
British Diving
01.2016 - Current
- Developed and executed strength programs for podium potential diving athletes at London Aquatic Center.
- Managed and supervised strength coaches from various centers to ensure program effectiveness.
- Implemented innovative applications and conducted testing for British Diving's training initiatives.
Head Strength Coach for LAC (London Aquatic Center)
British Diving
09.2013 - Current
- Designed and implemented strength programs and corrective exercises for London Aquatic Center podium Level A athletes.
- Managed training for elite athletes, including Tom Daley, Matty Lee, Noah Williams, Dan Goodfellow, and Scarlett Mew Jensen.
- Oversaw monitoring of Level B and Junior level divers to enhance performance outcomes.
- Mentored younger strength coaches within British Aquatics system to elevate coaching standards.
Owner
Mind the Gap Performance
01.2007 - Current
- Establish, create, and lead strength programs and corrective exercises tailored for professional, college, and youth sport organizations.
Lead Performance Specialist
Helix Elite
11.2008 - 06.2019
- Developed and executed strength programs and corrective exercises for USTAF, NFL, AVP, UFC, and top 100 college athletes.
- Designed jump and SAQ programs for Austin Juniors Volleyball, enhancing athletic performance.
- Instructed athletes on proper techniques for strength training and injury prevention.
- Collaborated with coaches to tailor programs to individual athlete needs.
- Monitored athlete progress to ensure effective program implementation.
- Utilized feedback to refine training methodologies for optimal results.
- Conducted workshops to educate athletes on physical conditioning principles.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through performance metrics and assessments.
Assistant Director of Sports Performance
University of Houston
03.2013 - 11.2013
- Developed and executed programs for Women’s Soccer, Swimming, Diving, and Softball.
- Traveled with Softball team to implement game day lifts and corrective exercises.
- Conducted injury prevention strategies and organized warm-up routines for game days.
Sports Performance Associate
Purdue University
08.2012 - 02.2013
- Designed and implemented programs for Women’s Volleyball, Basketball, Swimming and Diving, Cheerleading, and Cross Country.
- Developed internship manuals for Graduate Assistant and Undergraduate programs.
- Authored FMS handbook and corrective guide to reduce athlete injury risk.
John Wooden Leadership Academy
Purdue University
08.2012 - 02.2013
- Guided athletes in developing leadership capabilities, cultivating reasoning skills, and promoting team orientation
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE05-2006
Master of Arts - Sports Leadership
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Strength training and conditioning
- Program development and design
- Injury prevention strategies
- Athlete monitoring and assessment
- Sports nutrition guidance
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Budget management skills
- Performance assessment techniques
- Data analysis and collection
- Communication and motivation skills
- Adaptation strategies for training
- Speed and agility coaching techniques
- Recovery protocol implementation
- Adaptive training methodologies
- Nutritional guidance expertise
- Training load management strategies
- Performance enhancement methods
- Olympic lifting proficiency
Certification
- USA Weightlifting (USAW-LEVEL 1)-Weight Lifting Performance Coach
- National Sports Performance Association (NSPA-CSPC)-Certified Sports Performance Coach
- National Sports Performance Association (NSPA-CWPC)-Certified Weightlifting Performance Coach
- National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CSCS)-Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- CPR/AED
Accomplishments
- 16 plus years of coaching experience in Swimming and Diving, Volleyball, Soccer, Football, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Baseball and Basketball.
- 4 Olympic cycles- 1 USA Track and Field 3 British Diving
Trained athletes to the following achievements:
- 13 Olympic Medals: 4 Gold, 10 Silver, 6 Bronze
- 2 Big 10 personal best in 100IM, 200M Breast Stroke
- Top 25 ranking Women’s Basketball
- 1 Softball Super Regional
- 1 NCAA Volleyball National Championship
- 3 Super Bowl Championships
- 10 Gold, 6 Silver Common Wealth Medals
- USA Diving National Championships
- World Championship Medals: 4 Gold, 6 Silver, 8 Bronze
Timeline
Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
St. Edwards University
09.2021 - Current
Head Strength Coach
British Diving
01.2016 - Current
Head Strength Coach for LAC (London Aquatic Center)
British Diving
09.2013 - Current
Assistant Director of Sports Performance
University of Houston
03.2013 - 11.2013
Sports Performance Associate
Purdue University
08.2012 - 02.2013
John Wooden Leadership Academy
Purdue University
08.2012 - 02.2013
Lead Performance Specialist
Helix Elite
11.2008 - 06.2019
Owner
Mind the Gap Performance
01.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Wilmington University
Master of Arts - Sports Leadership
Duquesne University