Christopher Rodriguez
Modesto,CA
Summary
Seasoned Head Baseball Coach at the University of the Pacific, adept in NCAA regulations and team management. Elevated program through strategic planning, fostering alumni relations, and enhancing player performance. Achieved significant improvements in recruitment and injury prevention, demonstrating a commitment to academic support and athlete development. Balances rigorous discipline management with an engaging, supportive approach.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Baseball Coach
University Of The Pacific
01.2020 - 06.2024
- Collaborated closely with sports medicine staff to create injury prevention programs tailored specifically towards baseball athletes.
- Implemented effective fundraising strategies for program support, resulting in upgraded facilities and equipment.
- Organized pre-season conditioning programs for optimal player fitness levels, reducing injury rates during the season.
- Established goals for individual players and the team as a whole, monitoring progress throughout the season for continuous improvement.
- Increased recruitment success by establishing strong relationships with local high schools and scouting talented athletes.
- Promoted academic success of student-athletes by coordinating study halls, tutoring sessions, and time management workshops.
- Cultivated strong communication channels between coaches, players, parents, and administration for seamless program operation.
- Set and managed clear and effective recruitment policy to locate and secure strong players.
- Fostered alumni engagement through networking events and fundraisers which contributed positively towards community relations.
- Managed scheduling of games, practices, travel arrangements, ensuring smooth logistics throughout the season.
Assistant Baseball Coach
University Of The Pacific.
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with coaching staff to recruit talented athletes, building a competitive roster.
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance, ensuring players had access to necessary tools for success on the field.
- Facilitated communication between players, parents, and coaching staff regarding team expectations and schedule updates.
- Supervised activities and reacted accordingly to injuries and emergencies, communicating with proper medical staff in critical situations.
- Assisted head coach in strategizing game plans, leading to increased winning percentages.
- Served as a positive role model through consistent professionalism and adherence to ethical coaching standards.
Volunteer Baseball Coach
University Of The Pacific.
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Created a positive team environment, fostering strong relationships among players and coaching staff.
- Supervised and coordinated baseball team and program in the WCC league.
- Maintained accurate record keeping of all player statistics, using data-driven insights to inform coaching decisions and strategy adjustments during games.
- Managed equipment inventory, maintaining an organized storage system and procuring new items as needed to ensure optimal performance during games.
- Performed preliminary screening and hiring processes to encourage candidate compatibility with team and role.
- Planned exercise regimens targeting individual needs and enhancing personal results.
Adjunct Professor/ Assistant Baseball Coach
San Joaquin Delta College
08.2012 - 10.2018
- Taught Health courses, providing instruction to up to 170 undergraduate students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Head Baseball Coach
Modesto Junior College, Modesto
01.2009 - 06.2012
- Established goals for individual players and the team as a whole, monitoring progress throughout the season for continuous improvement.
- Cultivated strong communication channels between coaches, players, parents, and administration for seamless program operation.
- Expanded professional development opportunities for coaching staff through attendance at conferences, workshops, and clinics.
- Evaluated talent during tryouts using objective data analysis techniques that led to more accurate roster selections.
- Managed scheduling of games, practices, travel arrangements, ensuring smooth logistics throughout the season.
- Increased recruitment success by establishing strong relationships with local high schools and scouting talented athletes.
- Organized pre-season conditioning programs for optimal player fitness levels, reducing injury rates during the season.
- Set and managed clear and effective recruitment policy to locate and secure strong players.
- Determined appropriate budget amounts along with school administration.
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Planned and directed game strategies.
Assistant Baseball Coach/Adjunct Professor
Modesto Junior College, Modesto
08.2005 - 01.2009
- Collaborated with coaching staff to recruit talented athletes, building a competitive roster.
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance, ensuring players had access to necessary tools for success on the field.
- Provided guidance on athletic scholarships and college recruitment processes, supporting athlete''s goals beyond high school baseball.
- Facilitated communication between players, parents, and coaching staff regarding team expectations and schedule updates.
Nursery Manager
Westurf Nursery
08.1998 - 08.2005
- Monitored watering times, soil conditions and plant positions and made informed adjustments in response to weather conditions.
- Oversaw growth, planting and maintenance of retail nursery and display gardens.
- Hired and trained permanent and temporary nursery staff and adjusted levels to account for peak seasons and off-seasons.
- Inspected nursery and equipment for signs of disrepair and coordinated repairs and replacements.
- Kept up-to-date on latest nursery trends and advances and served as valued resource for team and customers.
- Worked directly with customers as salesperson and role model for entire sales team.
Professional Baseball Player
Colorado Rockies Baseball Club
06.1996 - 04.1998
- Developed positive relationships with coaches, staff, and teammates by exhibiting professionalism and a good sportsmanship attitude at all times.
- Contributed to the team''s overall success through effective communication, collaboration, and leadership on and off the field.
- Achieved notable recognition as an accomplished player through consistent high-performance levels during competitive seasons.
- Upheld the integrity of professional baseball through strict adherence to league rules, regulations, and policies while representing the organization with pride and honor.
- Interacted professionally with press, fans and individuals from other teams.
- Assisted coaching staff with developing innovative play strategies to enhance overall team performance throughout various competitions.
Education
Master of Science - Sports Coaching
United States Sports Academy
Daphne, AL08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
California State University- Stanislaus
Turlock, CA08.2005
Associate of Arts - Transfer Studies
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA06.2002
High School Diploma -
California High School
San Ramon, CA06.1994
Skills
- NCAA Regulations
- Team Management
- Strength conditioning
- Strategic Planning
- Discipline management
- Injury Prevention
- Performance Improvements
- Schedule development
Timeline
Head Baseball Coach
University Of The Pacific
01.2020 - 06.2024
Assistant Baseball Coach
University Of The Pacific.
07.2019 - 01.2020
Volunteer Baseball Coach
University Of The Pacific.
10.2018 - 06.2019
Adjunct Professor/ Assistant Baseball Coach
San Joaquin Delta College
08.2012 - 10.2018
Head Baseball Coach
Modesto Junior College, Modesto
01.2009 - 06.2012
Assistant Baseball Coach/Adjunct Professor
Modesto Junior College, Modesto
08.2005 - 01.2009
Nursery Manager
Westurf Nursery
08.1998 - 08.2005
Professional Baseball Player
Colorado Rockies Baseball Club
06.1996 - 04.1998
Master of Science - Sports Coaching
United States Sports Academy
Bachelor of Science - Health And Physical Education
California State University- Stanislaus
Associate of Arts - Transfer Studies
Modesto Junior College
High School Diploma -
California High School
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