CAMERON J. JONES
Syracuse
Summary
Over nine years of coaching experience at various levels, including grade school, middle school and Varsity, with a proven track record of leading teams to national tournament success. Expertise in developing well-rounded student-athletes through a focus on physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Committed to fostering accountability, integrity, and discipline among players, ensuring a positive and impactful coaching environment. Dedicated to exceeding expectations and cultivating a strong basketball program that prepares young men for future challenges.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Care
Office of People with Developmental Disabilities
Syracuse
01.2018 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive care to program residents, fostering independence and productivity.
- Implemented personalized goals to enhance each resident's level of autonomy.
- Managed medications according to physician orders and agency protocols.
- Encouraged peer socialization through engaging group activities.
- Developed leisure activities tailored to individual interests and needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance overall well-being.
- Implemented strategies to mitigate challenging behaviors effectively.
- Ensured all activities promoted social responsibility, dignity, and personal growth.
President-CEO/Coach AAU Basketball
SYRACUSE HOOPS AAU
SYRACUSE
11.2017 - Current
- Developed innovative fundraising strategies, enhancing financial support for initiatives.
- Optimized resource allocation through effective budgeting across programs and services.
- Coached basketball teams at grade, modified, junior varsity, and varsity levels to improve performance.
- Educated players on injury prevention techniques and sportsmanship to promote safety.
- Motivated athletes with constructive feedback and positive reinforcement during training sessions.
- Facilitated player development in fundamental skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense.
- Maintained communication with parents regarding player progress and concerns.
Football Referee
Central New York Pop Warner, High School, Adult & Kids Flag
Syracuse
12.2010 - Current
- Officiated high school, college, and semi-pro football games, upholding standards and promoting rule adherence.
- Incorporated deep sports knowledge for fair judgment calls during matches.
- Encouraged sportsmanship, ensuring all participants embraced fairness consistently.
- Ensured the safety of athletes and fans through effective communication of game rules.
- Enforced regulations with precision to maintain orderly gameplay and discipline.
- Created an environment fostering safe play by implementing solid interpersonal skills.
- Issued necessary penalties to ensure compliance with established game standards.
Head Coach
Onondaga Club Football
Syracuse
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Coached athletes in football skills, sportsmanship, and character development to enhance performance.
- Developed practice plans that increased team success and competitive readiness.
- Mentored student-athletes by providing guidance in academics and personal growth.
- Organized travel arrangements, practice schedules, and game logistics for optimal team operation.
- Recruited student-athletes based on interest forms submitted through the team website.
- Managed rosters and schedules, ensuring efficient coordination of team activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Utica College
Utica, NY05.2016
Associate of Science - Physical Education & Exercise Science
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY05.2014
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership and team building
- Analytical problem solving
Player development and mentorship
- Tournament organization and coaching
- Fundraising strategies
- Game strategy
- Motivational techniques
- Strength conditioning
- Sportsmanship education
- Staff development
- Discipline management
- Motivational leadership
- Coaching meetings
- Character development and building
- Player evaluations
Volunteer Experience
- East-Syracuse Minoa High School, Defensive backs Coach Varsity Football, East Syracuse, NY, 2024-Summer, Include hard skills like athletic development, film review, talent scouting and other abilities related to effective coaching
- Corcoran High School, Assistant Offensive Coordinator & Quarterbacks Coach Varsity Football, Syracuse, NY, 2023-Present, Demonstrated leadership in establishing a set of rules and regulations that all had to follow to promote appropriate behavior and personal well being
Community Service
Village of Liverpool, Liverpool Optimist- Head Coach, Liverpool, NY, 2014-2020, Coached athletes and non-athletes to improve skills while providing structured practices, teaching the rules, fouls and regulations to understatement, Develop teamwork and individual strategies to have the greatest chance of winning within the sport, through on court training, Demonstrated significant influence of growth and using communication techniques with executive leadership skills.
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certification
- AAU Certified (#9WEY75N5)
- USA Basketball Certified (#41792896)
- (DASA) Training
- Concussion in Sports Training
- EPI Pen Training
- (SAVE) Training
- NFHS (AIC)
Affiliations
- Off-season Camps & Trainings
- Fundraisers, (Selling Candy Bars, Raffle Tickets, Kripsy Creme Donuts, Little Caesars Boxes)
- Engage with Community (Help feed Homeless, Christmas Giveaway, Christmas Dinner Boxes)
- Group Outings (Building life-long bonds, Building a Brotherhood, FAMILY)
Accomplishments
- Leadership Award- OPWDD
- STAFF CARE Achievement-OPWDD
- AAU National Championship
- 6 Final Four Appearances AAU Nationals
- 3x Runner Up AAU Nationals
- Victories against Top Programs in the Country (Team Thrill (FL), TNBA EAST(OH), City Rocks (NY),Sideline Cancer (PA), Rising Starz (MA), Boo Williams (VA), Team Teague(GA), Riverside Hawk(NYC), Team Minimal Elite (KY)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Care
Office of People with Developmental Disabilities
01.2018 - Current
President-CEO/Coach AAU Basketball
SYRACUSE HOOPS AAU
11.2017 - Current
Head Coach
Onondaga Club Football
01.2015 - 01.2017
Football Referee
Central New York Pop Warner, High School, Adult & Kids Flag
12.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Utica College
Associate of Science - Physical Education & Exercise Science
Onondaga Community College
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