Curtis morrison
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Dynamic hockey operations leader with a proven track record at Alpharetta Family Skate Center, excelling in team management and talent evaluation. Successfully developed strategic plans that enhanced player performance and fostered strong community relationships, while ensuring compliance and effective resource allocation. Committed to cultivating leadership skills and a positive team environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Hockey Operations and Coach
Alpharetta Family Skate Center
04.2016 - Current
- Developed a comprehensive recruiting strategy that attracted top talent and increased roster depth.
- Established strong relationships with community stakeholders to generate increased support and resources for the program.
- Managed day-to-day hockey operations, ensuring smooth functioning of all facets of the organization.
- Organized various team-building activities that fostered camaraderie among players while enhancing group dynamics on the ice.
- Influenced a positive public perception of the program, maintaining open lines of communication with media outlets and participating in interviews as needed.
- Coordinated successful scouting efforts, identifying key prospects and evaluating potential trades or acquisitions.
- Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by overseeing budgeting, scheduling, and logistics.
- Evaluated coaching staff performance regularly, providing valuable feedback for professional growth opportunities within the organization.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and provide constructive feedback to players and coaches.
Ice Hockey Coach
Alpharetta Family Skate Center
04.2016 - Current
- Developed leadership qualities in players by identifying potential captains/assistant captains who demonstrated strong communication and motivational skills.
- Prioritized injury prevention through proper warm-up routines and enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines during practices and games.
- Streamlined practice sessions by designing efficient training schedules that maximized ice time utilization.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to develop specialized training programs for goaltenders, and position players.
- Expanded knowledge of coaching strategies by attending professional development workshops and conferences regularly.
- Enhanced player skills through targeted on-ice drills and off-ice conditioning programs.
- Ensured all athletes remained academically eligible throughout their participation in the program by monitoring academic progress closely.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement, creating detailed reports to share with coaching staff and players alike.
- Improved team performance by developing and implementing strategic game plans tailored to individual player strengths.
- Created a positive environment that attracted prospective players and retained existing talent by emphasizing personal growth, skill development, and team success.
Director of Hockey Operations
Atlanta Knights Junior Hockey Club
01.2008 - 04.2016
- Organized various team-building activities that fostered camaraderie among players while enhancing group dynamics on the ice.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic plans and setting clear objectives for coaching staff.
- Established strong relationships with community stakeholders to generate increased support and resources for the program.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to optimize player performance and in-game strategies.
- Managed day-to-day hockey operations, ensuring smooth functioning of all facets of the organization.
- Managed sports capital planning in higher education and intercollegiate athletics.
- Influenced a positive public perception of the program, maintaining open lines of communication with media outlets and participating in interviews as needed.
- Created a supportive environment for student-athletes by collaborating with academic advisors to monitor progress toward graduation requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
Keller Graduate School of Management
Atlanta, GA05-2010
Master of Science - Sociology
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2008
Skills
- Team management
- Scheduling coordination
- Facility management
- Travel logistics
- Game analysis
- Budget oversight
- Media relations
- Talent evaluation
- Rules compliance
- Player development
- Leadership training
- Resource allocation
Accomplishments
Developed and maintained and grew one of the most successful youth hockey programs in the United States over the past 9 seasons.
Fostered player development and fostered countless players to advance to both Tier 1 and Tier 2 Junior hockey as well as NCAA athletics. 5 current NCAA D1 hockey players on current NCAA rosters.
Captured 5 USA Hockey National Championships in 8 seasons.
Certification
USA Hockey Level 4 certified to coach at all levels throughout youth, college and professional hockey.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Director of Hockey Operations and Coach
Alpharetta Family Skate Center
04.2016 - Current
Ice Hockey Coach
Alpharetta Family Skate Center
04.2016 - Current
Director of Hockey Operations
Atlanta Knights Junior Hockey Club
01.2008 - 04.2016
Master of Science - Public Administration
Keller Graduate School of Management
Master of Science - Sociology
Kennesaw State University
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