Darin R. Lee
Maryville,IL
Summary
Dynamic basketball coach with over 760 career wins and a proven track record in athlete development, including two Division 1 players. Successfully organized and led basketball camps, tournaments, and fundraising initiatives, raising significant revenue for athletic programs. As an Athletic Director, managed a $500,000 budget and evaluated over 50 coaches across 20 sports.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Varsity Basketball Coach, Athletic Director, Assistant Principal
Collinsville High School
Collinsville, Illinois
08.2009 - Current
- Coached the third winningest high school basketball program in the Nation
- Had the number 1 ranked team in state in 2020
- Became the only coach in Illinois History with 250 wins at 2 different schools
- Varsity Basketball 295 wins in 16 years
- Secured 15 tournament titles for the program
- Developed the all time leading scorer in school history
- Developed 2 D1 basketball players
- Raised $25,000 in advertising revenue for print program, enhancing visibility for season and holiday tournament
- Negotiated $15,000 annual sponsorship with Prairie Farms for holiday tournament, securing vital funding
- Organized and administered the 16-team Prairie Farms Holiday Basketball Tournament
- Managed 20 sports programs and a $500,000 budget.
- Generated $20,000 annually through advertising sales for football scoreboard, supporting overall athletics budget
Varsity Basketball Coach, Math Teacher, Track Coach, Cross Country Coach
Nashville High School
Nashville, Illinois
08.1991 - 06.2009
- Varsity Basketball Coach for 18 years, All time winningest coach in school history with 428 wins
- Competed in 5 state tournaments, enhancing team experience and visibility
- Won 30 plus tournaments total in 18 seasons
- Had 18 consecutive winning seasons
- Coached the 1998 state track championship
- Coordinated 16 summer basketball camps, promoting youth development and engagement
- Instructed Geometry for 14 years, fostering students' mathematical understanding and skills
- Director of Driver Ed Department for 4 years
Varsity Basketball Coach/Mathematics Teacher
Vienna High School
Vienna, IL
08.1989 - 05.1991
- Designed practice schedules to enhance team skills and performance.
- Developed game strategies to optimize player strengths and teamwork.
- Conducted player evaluations to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Organized team meetings to foster communication and collaboration among players.
- Implemented training programs focused on physical conditioning and skill development.
- Mentored assistant coaches in effective coaching techniques and team management.
- Ensured compliance with NCAA regulations concerning recruiting guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of player statistics, including points scored and assists.
Assistant Basketball Coach/Math Teacher
Rend Lake College
Ina, Illinois
05.1988 - 05.1989
- Led team to region 24 title and 29 victories through effective strategies.
- Assisted head coach in crafting detailed practice plans and game strategies.
- Coordinated player conditioning sessions to enhance overall athletic performance.
- Analyzed game footage, identifying key areas for improvement.
- Organized team meetings to align on goals and expectations.
- Collaborated with coaching staff on recruitment strategies and player evaluations.
- Implemented targeted training drills to boost team cohesion and skills.
- Conducted community service projects and fundraising activities, engaging alumni effectively.
Part time teacher
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
Carbondale, Illinois
08.1986 - 05.1988
- Created engaging lesson plans tailored for diverse student populations.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enrich learning experiences.
- Collaborated with faculty on curriculum development and enhancement initiatives.
- Implemented assessments to evaluate student understanding and track progress.
Education
M.S. - School Administration
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, Illinois05-1996
B.S. - Mathematics
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, Illinois12-1988
A.S. -
Rend Lake College
Ina, IL 6284605-1986
Skills
- Athletic training
- Game analytics
- Practice planning
- Tournament organization
- Program development
- Fundraising strategies
- Leadership
- Team management
- Analytical thinking & planning
- Creative Problem Solving
- Relationship management
- Relationship building
Awards
- Illinois Basketball Coaches Assn. Hall of Fame, 2011
- Rend Lake College Hall of Fame, 2019
- Greater Evansville Hall of Fame, 2020
- IBCA Coach of the year 1997, 98, 99, 00, 05, 07, 15, 19, 20, 22,24
About Me - Summary
Basketball Coach 760 career wins (36 years), College Asst. Coach (1 year) 29 wins, Developed over 30 college basketball players, High School Athletic Director (9 years), Assistant Principal (3 Years), Teacher (24 years), Track Coach (25 Years), Varsity Football Official (25 Years), Cross Country Coach (5 years), Building Inspector/Truancy Officer (4 years), IBCA Board of Directors (10 years)
Timeline
Varsity Basketball Coach, Athletic Director, Assistant Principal
Collinsville High School
08.2009 - Current
Varsity Basketball Coach, Math Teacher, Track Coach, Cross Country Coach
Nashville High School
08.1991 - 06.2009
Varsity Basketball Coach/Mathematics Teacher
Vienna High School
08.1989 - 05.1991
Assistant Basketball Coach/Math Teacher
Rend Lake College
05.1988 - 05.1989
Part time teacher
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
08.1986 - 05.1988
M.S. - School Administration
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
B.S. - Mathematics
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
A.S. -
Rend Lake College