David Drennen
Franklin,KY
Summary
Energetic and passionate baseball professional with the dedication to ensure player success. Experienced in baseball operations, skills training, and leadership. Seeking a position in the baseball industry to inspire and to lead players to personal and team success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Baseball Coach/Instructor
Firestorm Athletic
Franklin , KY
08.2023 - Current
- Maintain standards of play by following established baseball rules.
- Design programs to address mechanics of infield movements.
- Encourage players to maintain a positive attitude throughout practice sessions with an emphasis on teamwork.
- Schedule tournaments and events, handling facility, and volunteer coordination.
- Verify scoring calculations and tracked player statistics.
- Mediate conflicts and discuss fan and participant expectations, reviewing disciplinary action.
- Coach teams in preparation for games by developing strategies that emphasizes the strengths of each player.
- Motivate athletes through positive reinforcement techniques such as verbal praise or rewards systems.
- Motivate players before each game by delivering inspiring speeches about teamwork and sportsmanship.
Director of Baseball Operations
Scotland Campus Sports
Scotland , PA
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Planned, coordinated, and supervised the scheduling of JV, Varsity, and preparatory level baseball teams' games, scrimmages, and tournaments.
- Coordinated team travel and expenditures aligned with campus budget.
- Supervised the ordering, maintenance, storage and inventory of equipment, uniforms, and supplies for baseball team.
- Assisted in the recruitment and retainment of national and international student athletes.
- Maintained the facilities and schedules for year round training.
- Assisted in the daily development of high school and post-grad athletes in accordance with the head baseball coach.
Head Junior Varsity Baseball Coach
Scotland Campus Sports
Scotland, PA
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Utilized effective leadership skills and offer powerful motivation to improve winning totals for the season.
- Lead position specific training sessions to improve performance.
- Developed weight training programs for athletes.
Head Coach for Catchers and Infielders
Scotland Campus Sports
Scotland, PA
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Designed programs to address mechanics of infield movement.
- Guided players through one on one skills training.
- Conditioned athletes to progress in their performance.
Assistant High School Baseball Coach
Scotland Campus Sports
Scotland , PA
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Assisted high school Coach with operations and skills training.
- Lead team in improving player decision making on the field during competitions.
- Facilitated practices that portrayed game scenarios while modeling and instructing players to perform specific position skills that transition to a unified team performance.
Assistant Showcase Baseball Coach
Baseball U Maryland
Central Maryland, MD
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Established strong parental support to maintain communication in regard to eligibility and recruitment.
- Supervised the instruction of players during showcase tournaments.
- Engaged in the instruction to encourage elite performance.
Assistant Travel Baseball Coach
Mizuno Outlaws Baseball
Vienna, VA
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Instructed and encouraged the development of hitting skills of players within the organization.
Baseball Instructor/Director
Virginia Baseball Club
Merrifield, VA
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Lead the development of players within the VBC program.
- Organized and tracked summer schedules for the 11-13 age groups at various locations.
Assistant Baseball Coach
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Assisted the team with fundraising, coaching, and booking of travel tournaments, out-of-state.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management/Minor in Coaching
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05-2019
Associate of Science -
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05-2016
Skills
- Motivational Techniques
- Recruitment and Retainment
- Community Engagement
- Decision Making
- Staff and Player Development
- Extensive Baseball Knowledge
- Program/Seasonal Preparation
Military Experience
- United States Marine Corps, March 2007-April 2015
Timeline
Head Baseball Coach/Instructor
Firestorm Athletic
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Showcase Baseball Coach
Baseball U Maryland
06.2021 - 09.2021
Director of Baseball Operations
Scotland Campus Sports
06.2019 - 06.2022
Head Junior Varsity Baseball Coach
Scotland Campus Sports
06.2019 - 06.2022
Head Coach for Catchers and Infielders
Scotland Campus Sports
06.2019 - 06.2022
Assistant High School Baseball Coach
Scotland Campus Sports
06.2019 - 06.2022
Assistant Travel Baseball Coach
Mizuno Outlaws Baseball
09.2017 - 06.2019
Baseball Instructor/Director
Virginia Baseball Club
07.2017 - 11.2017
Assistant Baseball Coach
George Mason University
05.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management/Minor in Coaching
George Mason University
Associate of Science -
Northern Virginia Community College