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Clifton Dixon

Alexandria,LA

Summary

Assistant Program Director/Scouting Background:

Work with the coaching staff to manage the day to day operations of running the basketball program and responsible for developing a manual for player academics and coordinating the head coaches calendar. Oversee the daily operation of the program and plan and coordinate programs and all other activities for the program as instructed by the head coach. Assist with managing the travel destinations and schedule for the players and coaching staff. I provide the coaching staff with player profile sheets. Scout players, break down video of players, and provide detailed scouting reports. A strong skill set to take comprehensive notes on players and evaluate talent.

AAU Boys Basketball Coaching Background:

Motivational Coach enthusiastic about working with student-athletes to teach core sports principles, teamwork, and lifelong strategies for success. Pursuing coaching and recruiting role with progressive organization. Energetic versed in training and development strategies to transform athlete performance. Well-developed communication and problem-solving abilities with eye for detail and highly creative style. Believe in promoting a positive environment and good sportsmanship. Safety-minded with skills in pursuing a coaching opportunity with organization that appreciates determination and player guidance. Can manage and improve team operations with diplomatic and resourceful leadership. High-energy problem-solver knowledgeable about competitor strategies and talented in adapting team techniques to overcome challenging styles. Devise and deploy solid recruitment strategies to bring in top athletes.

Executive Assistant Background:

Detail-oriented and driven with expertise in problem solving and managing daily office functions. Smooth and efficient with experience enhancing executive productivity and improving business operations. Exceed expectations for maximizing group performance and overseeing efficient calendars. Operate well with minimal supervision to meet demanding objectives. Well-organized and precise with excellent multitasking skills and sound judgement. Believe in developing and maintaining detailed administrative and procedural processes that reduce redundancy, improve accuracy and efficiency and achieve organizational objectives. Ambitious and motivated. Reliable with keen focus on detail and accuracy.

Information Technology Specialist Background:

Skilled Technologist with experience configuring computers, servers and peripheral devices to work within established company and security parameters. Adept at managing permissions, filters and file sharing. Skilled Systems Analyst with proven track record of leading analysis and requirement-gathering efforts for application development projects. Additional background includes conducting joint and rapid application development sessions, service-oriented architecture and supervisory experience in functionality, usability, reliability, performance and regression testing. Have broad base of experience in technical support and operations. Fast worker able to resolve problems quickly, delivering high levels of customer satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Basketball Scout

Puma/NXT Pro Sports
02.2024 - Current

Key Responsibilities:

  • Player Coverage:
    Write insightful articles and create engaging social media content to cover high school basketball players.
    Maintain an organized player database, ensuring comprehensive coverage of recruitable athletes from Freshman to Senior levels.
  • Relationship Building:
    Establish and foster positive relationships with athletes, parents, high school coaches, AAU coaches/Directors, and College coaches in my designated state or region.
  • Event Attendance:
    Attend and cover in-person basketball events within your state to stay updated on the latest talent.
    Provide regular reports and updates on notable players, performances, and emerging prospects.
  • Recruiting Support:
    Assist players in the recruiting process by leveraging your relationships, evaluations, and comprehensive coverage.
  • AAU Season Coverage:
    Attend and cover PRO16 and NXT girls’ and boys’ events during the Spring and Summer AAU season.
    Generate written articles, social media updates, and maintain a detailed player database to enhance coverage.



Basketball Recruiting Analyst/Scout

Louisiana Hoops (www.louisianahoops.com)
10.2020 - Current
  • Provide coverage and exposure to high school players/prospects and teams in Louisiana and beyond.
  • Provides coaches, prospect evaluators/recruiting analyst/scouts on every level a detailed look at prospects Louisiana and other states have to offer.


Basketball Recruiting Analyst/Scout

The Hoopfest Tour (www.hoopfeststour.com)
10.2020 - Current
  • Travel to evaluate prospects as they play games.
  • Observe prospects and watch film
  • Judge factors that can impact their performance and help teams, coaches, and other recruiting personnel make decisions about players
  • Possess good basketball knowledge and a natural ability to spot talent and leadership

Senior Officer Specialist

Department Of Justice
09.2007 - Current
  • Trained and mentored new corrections staff.
  • Conducted physical patrols of prison facilities, including visitor, communal and individual prisoner areas.
  • Monitored closed-circuit television to keep eye on staff and inmate movements and behaviors.
  • Searched incoming visitors, vehicles and belongings according to standard procedures.
  • Upheld all regulations covering conduct, security, facility use and operations.
  • Contributed to inmate welfare, morale and health by adhering to proper protocols in all interactions.
  • Maintained facility security by monitoring perimeter, visitors, inmates and personnel.
  • Applied knowledge of defensive tactics and non-lethal responses to diffuse tense situations.
  • Observed individuals for behavior abnormalities to prevent critical incidents.
  • Completed specialized training in self defense to participate in special response teams.
  • Handled administrative requirements smoothly and efficently, including maintaining records and submitting reports.
  • Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
  • Managed all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of ground supply operations.
  • Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
  • Detected and apprehended any unauthorized personnel.
  • Monitored alarm systems to detect any unauthorized entries into protected areas.
  • Enforced General Services Administration (GSA) policies by anticipating potential security breaches.
  • Prevented crimes through careful observation and investigation of suspicious and unusual behavior.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed logs of all events during each shift.
  • Checked all baggage using X-ray machines, metal detectors and Garrett wands.
  • Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to all security violations and duress alarms.
  • Noted and followed up on any unusual behavior.
  • Collected and organized all surveillance data and information to protect client possessions and workspaces.
  • Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
  • Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
  • Unlocked rooms and suites for authorized contractors.
  • Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports.
  • Verified each individual’s right to enter restricted areas and denied access to unauthorized persons.
  • Monitored security camera system day and night to protect lives and property.
  • Provided 24-hour emergency response.
  • Maintained surveillance of building and identified all officials and employees before authorizing entrance.
  • Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel.
  • Investigated all security and safety violations.

Head Boys Basketball Coach (AAU)

Cenla Dynasty Basketball Club
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
  • Conferred with Head Boys Basketball Coach to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and game strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Managed basketball drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes’ coordination and performance levels.
  • Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Held special events such as players' nights to promote activities and build relationships among teammates, families and members of local community.
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
  • Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
  • Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities, and inventory in proper order to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
  • Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services for those with declining grades.
  • Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
  • Carefully monitored athletes during play and practice.
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
  • Enhanced player health with optimized nutritional strategies and improved life choices.
  • Promoted stretching and proper exercise form to help players avoid injuries and prevent muscle tightness.
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies, which bolstered individual and team performance.
  • Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.
  • Successfully led team through rough periods, including losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet all team needs, including food, equipment, and travel arrangements.
  • Actively participated in fundraising events to pay for travel and other expenses.
  • Reminded athletes and coaching staff to display and promote good sportsmanship with competing teams on and off field.
  • Traveled to observe athletes and identify potential team recruits.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective players through effective direction, communication and mentoring.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic plays and rigorous training sessions.
  • Increased player skill development through personalized coaching techniques and feedback.
  • Achieved multiple championship titles by fostering a winning culture and strong work ethic among players.
  • Collaborated with assistant coaches for efficient practice planning and progress monitoring of players.
  • Improved team dynamics through effective communication, trust-building exercises, and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Established a positive learning environment by promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players.

Assistant Program Director/Head Coach (AAU)

Cenla Bucks Basketball Organization
01.2017 - 07.2021
  • Provide logistical support, operational and administrative function and support for game preparation and play
  • Event scheduling
  • Team Travel
  • Sideline support and related administrative and promotional activities
  • Organize and maintain sports team equipment room and facility maintenance
  • Coordinate scheduling of sports team practices
  • Assist coaching staff in compiling scouting reports
  • Monitor and provide updates on student athletes grades and class attendance
  • Order, maintain, and stock nutrition room
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Assessed players and equipment to verify conformance to event rules and safety standards.
  • Communicated with fans, coaches, players and other basketball officials.
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
  • Educated athletes, coaches and fellow officials about game rules and regulations.
  • Inspected sporting equipment to ensure compliance with safety and event regulations.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
  • Monitored play times and elapsed time during particular events, stopping clocks to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.

Basketball Recruiting Analyst/Scout

Prep Hoops/Prep Network
06.2019 - 09.2020
  • Find prospective athletes by following sports news and developing relationships with coaches and players from high school and Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) teams
  • Attend sports games and watch videos of athletes under consideration to evaluate their performance
  • Analyze performance statistics of prospective athletes
  • Compare prospective athletes to those on potential opposing teams
  • Give reports and recommendations to the coach, manager, or player
  • Watch and analyze game film of players
  • Prepare scouting reports

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2024

Certification of Completion - Sports Management/Basketball Scouting

Virtual Scout School For Sports Scouting
Charlotte, NC
08.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, LA
08.2002

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA
08.2001

High School Diploma - General Studies

Peabody Magnet High School
Alexandria, LA
05.2001

Skills

Basketball Scout Training:

Breakdown Video of Players

Breakdown Player Film

Provide Detailed Scouting Reports

A strong skill set to evaluate prospective talent

Detail oriented

Strong skill set to provide detailed notes for players

Numerous NCAA connections

Executive Assistant Training:

  • Project Management Training Program
  • Introduction To Public Speaking Training Program - University Of Washington
  • Foundations Of Business Strategy Training Program
  • Decision Making Training Program
  • Corporate Finance Training Program
  • AR/AP
  • Filing and data archiving
  • Business administration
  • Accurate and detailed
  • Advanced MS Office Suite knowledge
  • Schedule management
  • Advanced clerical knowledge
  • Business writing
  • Report analysis
  • Project planning
  • Excellent planner and coordinator
  • Multi-line phone proficiency
  • Budgeting
  • Mail handling
  • Staff management
  • Self-directed
  • Report writing
  • Office management
  • Results-oriented
  • Confidential materials
  • Pleasant demeanor
  • Financial services
  • Report development
  • Conflict management
  • Critical thinker
  • Administrative support
  • Conference planning
  • Employee training and development
  • Proofreading
  • Bookkeeping
  • Travel coordination
  • P2P Purchases
  • Technical support
  • Excellent communication skills
  • MS Office
  • Dedicated team player
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Event planning
  • Data entry
  • Strategic planning
  • Extensive vocabulary
  • Schedule & calendar planning
  • Performance improvement
  • Travel accommodations
  • Sorting and labeling
  • Project management
  • Office administration
  • Microsoft Excel certified
  • Resourceful
  • Expense reporting
  • Compensation and benefits
  • Scheduling
  • Accounts payable and receivable

Boys Basketball Coach Training:

  • Recruitment
  • Nutritional education
  • Offensive and defensive strategy
  • Academic support
  • Physical and endurance training
  • Exercise planning
  • Game rules
  • Fitness assessments
  • Performance improvements
  • Safety awareness
  • Team training
  • Athlete safety
  • Facility maintenance
  • Group facilitation
  • Sports injuries training
  • Vendor returns processing
  • Performance monitoring
  • Marketing and advertising
  • Project organization
  • Shelter arrangements
  • Team liaison
  • Planning and scheduling
  • Complaint resolution
  • Speechwriting and messaging
  • Community outreach
  • Networking
  • Cost estimates
  • Event promotion
  • Database entry
  • Event coordination
  • Growth planning
  • Task delegation
  • Team collaboration
  • Evaluations
  • Process evaluations
  • Physician assistance
  • Character development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Counseling
  • Communications
  • Business operations
  • Portion and cost control
  • Strategy development
  • Exercising and playing
  • Routine management
  • Video instruction
  • Report generation
  • Purchasing
  • Technical issue analysis
  • Specifications reading
  • Teach skill development and sportsmanship
  • Preside over team activities, including team practices and games
  • Coaching and teaching character development and providing direction to student athletes

Food Service Supervisor Training:

  • Food preparation
  • Plates presentation
  • Quality control
  • Safe food handling
  • Ensured compliance with all sanitation, ServSafe and safety requirements
  • Menu memorization
  • Food assembly
  • Preparation techniques
  • Manual dexterity
  • Food preservation and storage methods
  • Knowledgeable
  • Cuisine familiarity
  • Proficient vision
  • Proficient hearing
  • Prioritizing
  • Integrity
  • Scanner operation
  • Sales expertise
  • Bending, stooping and turning
  • Electric pallet jack operation
  • Working in coolers and freezers
  • Signature dish creation
  • Managing changing priorities
  • Inventory control
  • Merchandising and displays
  • Menu planning
  • Vitamin and supplement expertise
  • Weights and measures
  • Problem-solving
  • Contract Negotiations
  • POS inventory system operation
  • Forklift operation
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Kitchen staff coordination
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Quick learner
  • Deboning meat
  • Concentration
  • Shipping and receiving background
  • Excellent judgment
  • Creating and running merchandising programs
  • Decision-making
  • Product stocking
  • Strong work ethic
  • Dining area cleanliness
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Management
  • Strong communication skills
  • Loss prevention training
  • Efficient precision
  • Slicing meats and cheeses
  • Ordering and invoicing
  • Written communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Event management
  • Hand truck operation
  • Client relations
  • Food tray carrying
  • Vendor relations
  • Strong knowledge of food preperation
  • Excellent ability to accept receipt of goods and supplies
  • Deep knowledge of methods, materials, and practices of volume preperation Sanitary methods used in food preperation
  • Inventory and ordering methods
  • Ability to prepare meals according to specific menu and schedule
  • Ability to operate industrial power driven equiptment such as meat slicers, grinders, and mixers

Information Technology Specialist Training:

  • Internet/Network Operations
  • Provide basic comprehension of internet and network technologies including IT job roles, connection methods, TCP/IP functionality and DNS
  • Explore web server technologies with security and project management concepts
  • Introduces network creation, physical and logical topologies including media properties, server types, IP addressing and network security
  • Network/Cyber Security Basics
  • Provide instruction in the basics of network security in depth including security objectives, security architecture, security models, and security layers Risk management, network security policy, and security training Includes the give security keys, confidentiality, integrity and availability
  • Programming/Software Design
  • Introduce the principles and pracitces of software development
  • Instruction of critical thinking
  • Problem solving skills
  • Essential programming logic
  • Web Design
  • A working knowledge of web site designs, construction and management using HTML or XHTML Includes headings, lists, links, images, image maps, tables, forms, and frames
  • Formal IT Training and Education
  • End User Awareness Training This training series focuses on cyber and information security for end users and taught the principles and practices that mobile, desktop, and device users need to keep themselves safe, both at work and at home
  • CompTIA A Certification Courses Topics studied include the installation and configuration of devices and software, networking and security basics, troubleshooting and diagnosing issues, as well as operational procedures Proficiency knowledge level attained in - Basic Workforce Domain- Operate and Maintain Speciality areas - Customer Service and Technical Support, Network Services and System Administration
  • Install, configure, and maintain devices, PCs and software for end users
  • Understand the basics of networking and security/forensics
  • Apply troubleshooting skills
  • Understand the basics of virtualization, desktop imaging and deployment
  • Cloud Architecture and Network Services
  • Intro to Cloud Computing/Cloud Architectures/Network Services and Protocols
  • Mobile devices and Security
  • Android Security
  • Android Application Security
  • Installing Antivirus
  • File System for iOS
  • Security Operations
  • Safety Procedures and Operations
  • IT Enviroment Control
  • Malware and Social Engineering Threats
  • Laptop Security
  • Windows Operating System
  • Windows Operating System Installation
  • Microsoft Operating Systems
  • LAN protocols
  • Network administration
  • Document review
  • Advanced computer proficiency
  • Company policy adherence
  • Hardware installations
  • Software updates
  • End-user support
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Confidential data management
  • Security protocols
  • Key process development
  • Task Prioritization
  • Device configuration
  • Operations management
  • Safety-oriented
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Data collection
  • Change request processing
  • Contract Management
  • Great communication skills

Assistant Program Director Training:

  • Effective leader
  • Delegation
  • Employee scheduling
  • Conflict resolution
  • Recruitment
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Staff training/development
  • Inventory management
  • Storage organization
  • Inventory organization
  • Policy evaluation
  • Safety oversight
  • Trend assessment
  • Data analysis
  • Quality control enhancement
  • Microsoft Office
  • Goal development
  • Order picking and processing
  • Employee management
  • Multi-line phone systems
  • Individual and group instruction
  • Training and mentoring
  • Progress evaluations
  • Materials transport
  • Banquetes and catering
  • Sorting
  • Work site preparation
  • Research and trend analysis
  • Revenue generation
  • Reporting
  • Triaging
  • Profitability and revenue generation
  • Information security
  • Food preparation
  • Staff leadership and direction
  • Testing and grading
  • Brand building
  • Systems monitoring
  • Schedule coordination
  • Shipment preparation
  • Brand-building strategies
  • Organization and cleaning
  • Rapport and relationship building
  • Delivery staging
  • Routing inspections
  • Customer service
  • Budget development
  • Relationship building

Profile

 My name is Clifton Dixon. I am Basketball Recruiting Analyst/Scout for LouisianaHoops.Com (www.louisianahoops.com) and The Hoopfest Tour (hoopfeststour.com). I help prospects from Louisiana and beyond gain exposure by posting player film/highlights and producing scouting reports/write-ups that are posted to social media and the LouisianaHoops and The Tour Basketball websites for prospect evaluators from prep schools and colleges on every level to view. My career objective is to become a scout for a NBA team of collegiate program or become the Director Of Basketball Operations for a collegiate program. 

Timeline

Basketball Scout

Puma/NXT Pro Sports
02.2024 - Current

Head Boys Basketball Coach (AAU)

Cenla Dynasty Basketball Club
08.2021 - 04.2024

Basketball Recruiting Analyst/Scout

Louisiana Hoops (www.louisianahoops.com)
10.2020 - Current

Basketball Recruiting Analyst/Scout

The Hoopfest Tour (www.hoopfeststour.com)
10.2020 - Current

Basketball Recruiting Analyst/Scout

Prep Hoops/Prep Network
06.2019 - 09.2020

Assistant Program Director/Head Coach (AAU)

Cenla Bucks Basketball Organization
01.2017 - 07.2021

Senior Officer Specialist

Department Of Justice
09.2007 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration

Louisiana State University

Certification of Completion - Sports Management/Basketball Scouting

Virtual Scout School For Sports Scouting

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Louisiana State University At Alexandria

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Thomas Nelson Community College

High School Diploma - General Studies

Peabody Magnet High School
Clifton Dixon