David Harlan
Basketball Coach / Trainer
Austin,TX
Summary
Accomplished Coach with successful background in recruiting and evaluating talent. Provides valuable insights on athlete abilities and potential. Engaging individual offers strong communication and task prioritization skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Basketball Trainer
Ball Hard Player Development
01.2023 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents/guardians to encourage ongoing support for the program beyond financial contributions; communicated expectations clearly from start of season throughout its entirety.
- Enhanced player performance by developing individualized training programs tailored to their specific needs and goals.
- Led dynamic drills targeting specific skill sets-footwork mastery being one key focus area-resulting in enhanced court movement and increased defensive effectiveness.
- Excelled in time management by creating efficient practice plans that maximized skill development while minimizing wasted time spent on non-essential activities.
- Expanded players'' understanding of the game through film analysis and play breakdowns.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
Assistant Basketball Coach
Bishop Shanahan High School
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Developed in-depth and functional knowledge of basketball and rules and regulations associated.
- Led pre-game warm-ups, maximizing athlete readiness for competition while minimizing risk of injury.
- Traveled across region to observe junior athletes and identify potential team recruits.
Head Youth Basketball Coach
Ball Beyond
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Increased athlete retention rates by creating engaging practice sessions that balanced skill development with enjoyment.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Nurtured positive relationships with parents through consistent communication about their child''s progress as an athlete and team member.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Boosted team spirit and motivation through effective communication and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA 05.2001 -
Skills
Multitasking
undefinedTimeline
Basketball Trainer
Ball Hard Player Development
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Basketball Coach
Bishop Shanahan High School
09.2020 - 03.2022
Head Youth Basketball Coach
Ball Beyond
11.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
05.2001 -
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