Christopher Keenan
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
I have been coaching from the youth level to the high school level in all different kinds of roles from position coaches on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball as well as i have been both an offensive and defensive coordinator. I was also a head coach for a team for nearly 12 seasons. I feel what separates me from other coaches is my willingness to interact and grow with kids. As well as letting them know and understand that i believe in their abilities and believe in them on and off the field. I strongly believe in leading by example and prioritizing my coaches and I on being roles models for our student athletes. I want to help our student athletes view sports as not just a hobby but as a way out and a place in which they can grow and become better people. I believe one of my core values of team building is belief in each other and operating as one unit no matter the circumstance and supporting each other through good times and bad. As well as instilling the idea that no matter how many times you get knocked down you get back up. I believe in teaching the basics and fundamentals in sports and working hard to accomplish the goals we wish to achieve. I dont believe sports is where it stops for these young people, I want to help in the development of turning young men and women into becoming the best people they can be and helping them achieve the goals they want in life.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Defensive Coordinator
D2 Middle School Alliance
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2023 - 10.2023
- I taught defensive formations to 7th and 8th grade student athletes (4-4, 4-3, 3-4).
- Educated the students on fundamentals on stances, tackling, how to be physical fast and smart, and executing together as one unit.
- I taught the players to never give up no matter the situation. Although we gave up a few touchdowns this season we only gave up 1 extra point which showed that the players never gave up.
- I taught the players that relentless effort and drive will get you places that talent cannot.
Running Back Coach and J.v. Offensive Coordinator
Harrison High School
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2021 - 12.2022
- I taught the running backs the fundamentals of how to play the position. Through various competitive drills I showed the running backs how to utilize their abilities to reach their fullest potential and execute within the game.
- I taught the basics of ballhandling, catching, blocking, running with power, as well as agility.
- In my 2 years of being a running backs coach, I coached the 3a conference player of the year (Kahar Briggs 2021 SR & Carlos Preciado 2022 JR)
- I also had a role of JV offensive coordinator where i taught the underclassmen how to perfect our varsity offense (Wing T)
- Our offense had been able to understand and operate various formations to produce a high powered offense.
- I planned and produced a script for each team we played so that i could understand what will work in that specifc game opposed to others.
Head Coach
Park And Recreation
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2015 - 04.2021
- I taught kids how to love and respect the game while being competitive.
- I taught kids the 4 keys to playing football: physical, fast, smart. and tough.
- I didnt discuss wins and losses instead i talked about what went right and wrong and how to fix it.
- Taught and proved the value of team work.
- Organized and executed practices for the week with strategic time and smooth operation to teach the 3 phases of football (offense, defense, and special teams).
- Ran multiple offenses at a youth level with high precision.
- Changed defenses depending on the opponent at a youth level (3-4, 4-3, 4-4)
- Taught fundamentals within all position groups.
- Taught a strong and relentless work ethic through mental and physical conditioning.
- I had open and professional relationships with the parents for anything.
- Encouraged team spirit by organizing social activities outside of practice or competition times.
- I had a close knit relationship with my players and coaches.
Offensive Coordinator
Park And Recreation
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2013 - 11.2014
- I worked closely within other coaches to obtain a common goal.
- Taught various offensive fundamentals to youth athletes.
- Ran multiple offenses at the youth level.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrison High School
Colorado Springs, CO05-2000
Skills
- Strategic game planning
- Athletic training and plan development
- Motivational Leadership
- Skill Building
- Behavior Standards
- Team Training
- Practice Management
- Individualized Coaching
- Competition Preparation
- Creativity and Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Coaching Experience
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision-Making
Certification
- CPR
- AED
- Heads up
References
- Coach Biff (Robert Joseph) 1-(303)-588-0351 Head Coach Harrison High School
- Jimmy Arrowsmith (719)-645-5148 Head Coach Memorial Bulldogs
- Ericka Powers (719)-619-7957 Memorial Cougars asst Coach
- Gerry Strabula (719)-385-5981 Head of Park and Recreation sports
- Kyle Hougland (719)-237-2786 Parent of a player
- Jailen Hawkins (386)-675-8757 Player ive coached
- Chris "Bud" Weller (719)-459-2719 My supervisor
Timeline
Defensive Coordinator
D2 Middle School Alliance
07.2023 - 10.2023
Running Back Coach and J.v. Offensive Coordinator
Harrison High School
07.2021 - 12.2022
Head Coach
Park And Recreation
02.2015 - 04.2021
Offensive Coordinator
Park And Recreation
02.2013 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Harrison High School
- CPR
- AED
- Heads up
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