COLE TURNER
Brownwood,TX
Summary
Dedicated and passionate collegiate football coach with NCAA Division III experience coaching tight ends. Committed to athlete development, offensive production, and fostering a culture built on accountability, toughness, and personal growth. Seeking opportunities to contribute to a collegiate football program while continuing professional advancement within the coaching profession.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant / Tight Ends Coach
Howard Payne University
06.2025 - Current
- Tight ends position coach for an NCAA Division III program while pursuing a Master of Science degree.
- Developed individualized player progression plans emphasizing blocking technique, route running, film study habits, and football IQ.
- Assisted with offensive game planning, scouting reports, weekly installs, film breakdown, and recruiting efforts.
- Coached tight end Chance Hehman, First Team All-Conference honoree.
- 10 games coached; 568 offensive snaps.
- Position production: 16 receptions, 146 yards, 3 touchdowns.
- Run game impact: 12 knockdown blocks with only 3 drops and 3 penalties.
- Tight ends served as primary edge and second level blockers for conference leading rusher Blessing Ngene (1,000+ rushing yards; additional all-purpose yardage).
- Supported practice planning, drill execution, and in-game run/pass charting while communicating with the offensive staff.
Education
Master of Science - Sports Leadership and Sports Wellness
Howard Payne University
Brownwood, TX05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08.2025
Skills
- Player development and evaluation
- Offensive scheme knowledge (TE utilization, run blocking, route concepts)
- Film breakdown and analysis (Hudl)
- Practice planning and drill creation
- Strength and conditioning fundamentals (nutrition coursework)
- Communication, leadership, and recruiting familiarity
Affiliations
- American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) — Attending 2026 National Convention
- Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) — Attended 2025 Convention
Timeline
Graduate Assistant / Tight Ends Coach
Howard Payne University
06.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas Tech University
Master of Science - Sports Leadership and Sports Wellness
Howard Payne University
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Former multi-sport athlete with a strong performance training background. Passionate about coaching, mentorship, and long-term career development in college football.