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Cory Lawlor

Danbury,CT

Summary

Motivated Football Coach adept at developing talented players into exceptional Student-Athletes. Excellent team leader with 15 years in game. Proven history of coaching successful teams with innovative approaches.

Overview

10
years of professional experience

Work History

Danbury CT DAYO Trojans

Volunteer Pop Warner Coach
05.2021 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
  • Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
  • Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
  • Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
  • Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
  • Facilitated open communication between players, parents, staff members, ensuring that all concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.
  • Organized fundraising efforts to help offset costs associated with travel expenses or tournament fees, enabling more participation opportunities for athletes.

Western High School

Assistant Coach Linebackers
07.2015 - 11.2018

Job overview

  • Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs tailored to individual athlete needs.
  • Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
  • Contributed to a winning season through strategic planning, game-day coaching, and fostering an environment of teamwork and dedication.
  • Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.

Western Connecticut State University

Graduate Assistant Football Coach/Quality Control
06.2013 - 01.2014

Job overview

  • Contributed to successful recruitment efforts by evaluating potential players and providing recommendations to head coach.
  • Managed practice schedules and logistics, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
  • Assisted in coordinating travel arrangements for away games, ensuring smooth transportation and accommodation for the entire team.
  • Analyzed opponent strategies through film study, enabling targeted preparation for upcoming games.
  • Conducted evaluations of player performance throughout the season, identifying strengths and areas requiring improvement.
  • Established open lines of communication with athletes which led them to seek advice on personal matters as well as athletic concerns.
  • Helped team record their first winning season in 5+ years, Earn an ECAC Bowl bid, as well as win the ECAC Northeast Bowl in 2014 over Salve Regina.

Education

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT

Bachelor of Science from Marketing
05.2013

University Overview

  • Four-Year Letterman for the Western Connecticut State Colonials Football team.
  • Three-Year starter at Mike Linebacker and Sam Linebacker
  • Part of the Leadership Counsel all four years of my collegiate career.
  • Part of the Student-Athelete Advisory Comittee (SAAC) during Senior year.

Skills

  • Football Strategy Expertise
  • Academic Assistance
  • Drill Practice
  • Team Training
  • Team Development
  • Player Evaluations
  • Team Bonding
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
  • Strength and Conditioning Knowledge
  • Tactical Awareness
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Fundraising Capabilities
  • Football Strategy Expertise
  • Proficient in Use of Hudl

Timeline

Volunteer Pop Warner Coach

Danbury CT DAYO Trojans
05.2021 - 01.2023

Assistant Coach Linebackers

Western High School
07.2015 - 11.2018

Graduate Assistant Football Coach/Quality Control

Western Connecticut State University
06.2013 - 01.2014

Western Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Science from Marketing
Cory Lawlor