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Chris Arriola

Tyler,TX

Summary

Results-oriented Head Softball Coach well-versed in program management, administration and leadership. Strategic planner, excellent communicator and analytical problem-solver with 12 years of progressive experience with the game.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Softball Coach

Bombers Fastpitch
05.2023 - Current
  • USSSA Nationals Finalist finishing the season with 3 championship game appearances out of the 4 tournaments played this season,
  • Implemented policies for checking academic eligibility before and during time on team.
  • Developed and oversaw successful softball program for players.
  • Managed schedule of practices, games and special events.
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize player success.

Head Softball Coach

Grace Community High School
06.2021 - Current
  • Double digit wins for the first time in schools history while making it to the area round on playoffs.
  • 10-10 record year 1 while finishing 18-10 year 2.
  • Implemented policies for checking academic eligibility before and during time on team.
  • Developed and oversaw successful softball program for students.
  • Kept field, facilities and equipment organized and well-maintained.
  • Managed schedule of practices, games and special events.

Director of Softball/Head Coach,

Marucci Elite Texas
06.2017 - 05.2023
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.

Outside Garden Department Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
12.2012 - 06.2017
  • Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
  • Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
  • Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.

Motorman

Patterson-UTI
08.2008 - 10.2012
  • Repaired and maintained automotive and drilling equipment using hand tools.
  • Observe and monitor equipment operation during the extraction process in order to detect any issues.
  • Drive moving equipment in order to transport materials and parts to excavation sites.

Gas Turbine Engineer Technician

United States Navy(Enlisted)
08.2000 - 08.2008
  • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer generated reports.
  • Oversaw start-up, operations and shutdown procedures.
  • Inspected systems, equipment and components to determine maintenance needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports And Health Science

American Military University
West Virginia

High School Diploma -

Troup High School
Troup, TX

Skills

  • Program Management
  • Recruiting Strategies
  • Instructional Course Leadership
  • Athlete Evaluation
  • Practice Planning and Management
  • Athletic Recruiting
  • Staff Support
  • Program Leadership

Timeline

Head Softball Coach

Bombers Fastpitch
05.2023 - Current

Head Softball Coach

Grace Community High School
06.2021 - Current

Director of Softball/Head Coach,

Marucci Elite Texas
06.2017 - 05.2023

Outside Garden Department Manager

Lowes Home Improvement
12.2012 - 06.2017

Motorman

Patterson-UTI
08.2008 - 10.2012

Gas Turbine Engineer Technician

United States Navy(Enlisted)
08.2000 - 08.2008

Bachelor of Science - Sports And Health Science

American Military University

High School Diploma -

Troup High School
Chris Arriola