David Gonzalez
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic basketball coach with a proven track record at the high school level with assistant college experience, excelling in game strategy development, film review and athlete recruitment. Adept at creating individualized training plans and fostering team motivation, I leverage articulate communication skills to enhance player performance and drive success on and off the court.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach
Family First Basketball
Jefferson City, MO
12.2024 - Current
- Attended coaching clinics or workshops in order to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
- Analyzed performance data to identify areas of improvement for individuals or teams.
- Created individualized plans and monitored progress of athletes towards set objectives.
- Developed and executed strategic game plans and adjustments during competitions.
- Monitored and evaluated athlete's performance, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
- Conducted recruitment efforts to identify and attract promising athletes to the program.
- Collaborated with athletic directors, parents, and other coaches to support athlete development.
Varsity Assistant Coach Men and Women
Sacred Heart High School
Sedalia, MO
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in developing and implementing practice plans for the varsity team.
- Created a playbook to help players better understand the game plan and strategies of the coach.
- Developed an athletic program that was designed specifically for Varsity level athletes.
- Motivated players by setting high expectations while emphasizing positive reinforcement methods.
- Maintained records of teams' wins and losses, along with individual player statistics.
- Collaborated with other coaches to develop effective offensive and defensive strategies.
- Developed scouting reports on upcoming opponents, including strengths and weaknesses analysis.
- Attended coaching staff meetings to discuss strategy and review game film from previous matches.
- Provided guidance to student athletes on how to improve their skills in order to reach their full potential as an athlete.
- Implemented workouts and practice drills effective in boosting athletes' stamina and improving overall skills.
Basketball Referee
JUCO and IHSA and Calfornia
Gurnee, IL
02.2018 - 01.2025
- Attended pre-game meetings with coaching staffs to discuss expectations for the upcoming match.
- Provided feedback on referees in training sessions.
- Evaluated performance of fellow referees during post-game reviews.
- Inspected playing court prior to each game for safety concerns.
- Resolved disputes between players, coaches, staff members, and spectators in an efficient manner.
- Ensured adherence to basketball rules and regulations during games.
- Maintained a professional attitude at all times while officiating games.
- Participated in weekly referee clinics to stay abreast of new rules and regulations.
- Officiated basketball games.
- Conducted pre-game meetings with coaches and captains to review game procedures.
- Communicated effectively with coaches, players, and scorekeepers to maintain game flow.
Head Coach
NorCal Elite Basketball
Walnut Creek, CA
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Encouraged team spirit by organizing social activities outside of practice or competition times.
- Recruited new players through scouting trips and camps.
- Served as a mentor for student-athletes on the team by providing guidance in academics, athletics, and personal development.
- Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
- Assisted athletes in developing mental skills such as focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, goal setting.
- Maintained positive relationships between players, coaches, parents, administrators.
- Organized and managed rosters, schedules, and travel arrangements for athletes.
- Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.
- Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
- Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss goals, review strategy, motivate players.
- Consulted with athletic director and coaching staff to assess team structure and devise recruitment strategies.
- Conducted daily practice sessions to enhance team performance and individual skills.
- Analyzed opponent strategies and performances to prepare competitive game plans.
Director - Feeder Basketball
Warren Township High School
Gurnee, IL
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify trends in product performance or customer service issues.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Organized summer camps or clinics that provided educational resources related to sport safety awareness.
- Scheduled practice times for teams in accordance with facility availability.
- Conducted regular meetings with coaches to discuss team performance and strategies.
- Organized competitive events for athletes at the local, regional, national, and international levels.
- Managed program's budget, including coach salaries and pay rates.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive athletic programs aligning with institutional goals.
- Placed orders for sporting goods equipment and maintained accurate records on equipment inventory.
- Hired and trained talented coaches, resulting in team of well-developed, disciplined athletes.
- Organized fundraising events and campaigns to support athletic programs and scholarships.
- Oversaw the coordination of travel arrangements for teams, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance.
Head Coach
Grayslake Park District
Grayslake, IL
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Encouraged team spirit by organizing social activities outside of practice or competition times.
- Recruited new players through scouting trips and camps.
- Served as a mentor for student-athletes on the team by providing guidance in academics, athletics, and personal development.
- Maintained positive relationships between players, coaches, parents, administrators.
- Drafted budgets for equipment purchases or other needs pertaining to the team's operations.
- Conducted skill development sessions for players of all abilities.
- Developed relationships with alumni and other stakeholders within the community.
- Consulted with athletic director and coaching staff to assess team structure and devise recruitment strategies.
- Improved player health by optimizing nutritional plans and recommending enhanced life choices.
- Monitored players' academic progress to ensure continuous success and commitment to education.
Professional Basketball Player
Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Encouraged younger players who showed potential in their development as athletes.
- Served as an ambassador for the sport of basketball at various promotional events.
- Participated in team practice drills to improve overall performance.
- Demonstrated sportsmanship by shaking hands after each game regardless of outcome.
- Attended team meetings to discuss game plans and strategies for upcoming games.
- Maintained a positive attitude during practices and games.
Education
High School Diploma -
Warren Township High School
Gurnee, IL06-2014
Bachelor of Science - CyberSecurity
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Game strategy development
- Performance analysis
- Athlete recruitment
- Individual training plans
- Team management
- Practice planning
- Athlete motivation
- Articulate communication skills
- Personal development
- Player evaluations
- Team Training
- Refereeing and coaching
- Youth mentor
- Reviewing and creating game film for Scouting and Gameplans
- Creation of Basketball plays on the spot in game or practice
- Skill Development
- Flexibility
- Availability
Timeline
Coach
Family First Basketball
12.2024 - Current
Varsity Assistant Coach Men and Women
Sacred Heart High School
06.2024 - 06.2025
Head Coach
NorCal Elite Basketball
01.2021 - 05.2024
Director - Feeder Basketball
Warren Township High School
01.2019 - 11.2020
Basketball Referee
JUCO and IHSA and Calfornia
02.2018 - 01.2025
Head Coach
Grayslake Park District
09.2015 - 03.2017
Professional Basketball Player
Puerto Rico
02.2014 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Warren Township High School
Bachelor of Science - CyberSecurity
University of Phoenix
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