Cayla Mandrell
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Health Science graduate with a Master’s Degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. Proven success in coaching individual player development, implementing evidence-based training programs, and fostering collaborative team environments to enhance athletic performance. Committed to community health and continuous learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, Florida
03.2026 - Current
- Lead individual player development workouts focused on basketball skills, conditioning, and game improvement
- Provide coaching and feedback during practices, training sessions, and games
- Support athlete development through mentorship, motivation, and skill instruction
- Assist with practice planning, drills, and team operations
- Collaborate with coaching staff to help players reach performance goals
Registered Behavior Technician
Bass Aba Therapy
Gainesville, Florida
01.2026 - Current
- Delivered one-on-one behavioral support, enhancing communication, social, and daily living skills for children
- Applied positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies, fostering effective therapy sessions
- Implement behavior intervention plans for children with autism and developmental disabilities
- Collect and track data on client progress and behaviors
- Collaborated with supervisors, therapists, and families to align and advance client goals
Strength and Conditioning Intern
University Of Florda Women's Basketball
Gainesville, Florida
05.2025 - 08.2026
- Monitored athlete performance and progress through Catapult performance testing, identifying areas for improvement
- Delivered coaching feedback on technique and training, promoting injury prevention and optimizing performance
- Contributed to strength and conditioning programs for Division I women’s basketball athletes, enhancing athletic performance
- Collaborated with coaching, sports medicine, and nutrition staff to support athlete development
Strength and Conditioning Intern
University of Dayton Women’s Basketball Team
Dayton, USA
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted in developing strength and conditioning programs for Division I women’s basketball athletes, enhancing training effectiveness
- Monitored and analyzed athlete performance and progress through Kinexon performance testing to inform training adjustments
- Provided targeted coaching feedback on technique and injury prevention strategies, supporting athlete safety and development
- Collaborated with coaching, sports medicine, and nutrition staff to support athlete development
Produce Clerk
Publix Supermarket
Gainesville, USA
04.2016 - 09.2024
- Guided customers in produce selection, enhancing overall satisfaction
- Fostered teamwork to elevate customer service quality
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of department, contributing to efficient shopping experience
- Efficiently received and stocked produce shipments
- Prepared items following food safety guidelines
Education
Master of Science - Applied Physiology and Kinesiology (Human & Health Performance)
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05-2023
Skills
- Game Strategy Development
- Performance tracking
- Basketball Conditioning Plans
- Season Planning
- Athlete Wellness Programs
- Performance tracking
- Team collaboration
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adaptability/Mental Toughness
- Communication & Athlete Education
- Communication & Athlete Education
Certification
- CPR & First Aid (American Red Cross)
- CITI Program Biomedical Research Certification
- Registered Behavioral Technician Certification (BACB Certified)
Relevant Experience And Leadership
- Physical Therapy Aide, Gainesville, FL, University of Florida Health Rehab Center Magnolia Parke/ University of Florida Health Shands Hospital: 100+ clinical hours
- Assistant Volunteer Girls' Basketball, Eastside High School, Gainesville, FL
- Youth Leader, Fort Clarke Missionary Baptist Church, Gainesville, FL
Timeline
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Santa Fe College
03.2026 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Bass Aba Therapy
01.2026 - Current
Strength and Conditioning Intern
University Of Florda Women's Basketball
05.2025 - 08.2026
Strength and Conditioning Intern
University of Dayton Women’s Basketball Team
02.2025 - 05.2025
Produce Clerk
Publix Supermarket
04.2016 - 09.2024
Master of Science - Applied Physiology and Kinesiology (Human & Health Performance)
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of West Florida