Connor R. Barnard
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking tennis coach with 10 years of coaching experience at all levels. Vast knowledge on maintaining a budget and creating effective avenues for revenue. Very proficient in developing tennis and pickleball players of all ages.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Women's Tennis Coach
University of Texas at San Antonio
08.2024 - Current
- Helped lead team to the best ranking in program history
- Create team practice plans to enhance player development
- Promoted positive environment for all athletes, which helped to diminish stress and increase enthusiasm.
- Developed videotapes and reviews of players to drive performance improvements.
- Work with tennis representatives to order string, balls, shoes, racquets, etc
- Maintained and improved facilities for our tennis programs through dedicated fundraising
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize success.
- Weekly meetings with players and athletic department
- Reconcile all purchases made for the tennis program
- Organize budget and assure we are within our spending allowance
Assistant Men's Tennis Coach
Wichita State University
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Weekly meetings with players and athletic department
- Evaluated player strengths and weaknesses, tailoring practice routines accordingly to optimize progress.
- Enhanced player performance by implementing personalized training programs and providing constructive feedback.
- Improved team dynamics through effective communication and goal-setting sessions, fostering a supportive environment for player growth.
- Developed strategic game plans for individual players, resulting in improved match outcomes.
- Organized and led team-building activities, fostering camaraderie and enhancing overall team cohesion.
- Created and organized off-season tennis camps.
- Expanded professional knowledge and expertise through annual coaches' clinic participation.
- Managed program budget.
- Nurtured promising young talent, guiding several athletes to achieve rankings in regional and national competitions.
- Customized individual training sessions to address specific areas of improvement, resulting in enhanced overall performance.
- Strengthened relationships with tennis equipment suppliers, ensuring athletes had access to high-quality gear.
- Elevated profile of tennis program through effective marketing and social media engagement, attracting new sponsors and participants.
Assistant Men's Tennis Coach
University of Texas at San Antonio
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Assist the head coach in recruiting athletes and communicating with potential recruits
- Help the head coach in developing weekly practice programs
- Work with athletes individually on technique and strategies
- Enhanced player performance by implementing personalized training programs and providing constructive feedback.
- Encouraged athletes to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Assisted athletes in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Developed relationships with athletes to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Developed comprehensive conditioning programs to enhance athletes' physical fitness, leading to improved endurance and agility on court.
- Enhanced player's tactical skills with customized gameplay strategies, leading to notable increase in match wins.
- Organized and led tennis camps and clinics, broadening skill set of participants and sparking interest in competitive tennis.
Head Tennis and Pickleball Professional
Caughlin Athletic Club
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Helped train individuals to meet their desired goals
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Instructed tennis players of all skill levels on the proper technique to improve their tennis abilities
- Directed all pickleball clinics, lessons, tournaments, and socials.
- Helped develop marketing strategies to gain new members
- Organized and managed successful tennis and pickleball clinics, attracting new clients and increasing the program''s revenue.
Assistant Girl's Tennis Coach
Cedar Falls High School
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Provided motivation, encouragement, and instruction to prepare athletes for competition
- Planned and organized workout and practice program
- Instructed athletes on technique, strategy, and situational game plans
- Adjusted coaching techniques to better myself as a coach for the athletes
- Promoted sportsmanship among players by modeling respectful behavior on the court and during competitions.
- Established positive relationships with parents/guardians of athletes to align expectations about their child''s development within the tennis team.
Education
Master of Arts - Kinesiology and Sport Performance
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA07.2020
Bachelors of Arts - Fitness Management, Leadership, Business Administration
Wartburg College
Waverly, IA05.2018
Skills
- Communicating
- Budgeting
- Project Management
- Organizing
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Creativity
Notable Awards
- Wichita State Inspiration Award
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- Coaching Authorization Certification
- All Iowa Conference Men's Tennis Doubles 2016-2018
- All Iowa Conference Men's Tennis Singles 2018
- Wartburg College Men's Tennis Captain: 2017-2018
- Wartburg College Dean's List Fall 2016, Fall 2017, Winter 2017
- Wartburg College Men's Tennis MVP: 2016
- Simpson College Freshman of the Year
Timeline
Assistant Women's Tennis Coach
University of Texas at San Antonio
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Men's Tennis Coach
Wichita State University
08.2022 - 04.2024
Assistant Men's Tennis Coach
University of Texas at San Antonio
08.2021 - 07.2022
Head Tennis and Pickleball Professional
Caughlin Athletic Club
07.2020 - 07.2021
Assistant Girl's Tennis Coach
Cedar Falls High School
02.2020 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Kinesiology and Sport Performance
University of Northern Iowa
Bachelors of Arts - Fitness Management, Leadership, Business Administration
Wartburg College
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