Deborah Moody
Memphis,TN
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Head Coach with a proven track record at Overton High School, excelling in athlete development and recruitment strategies. Adept at fostering strong relationships and enhancing team performance through effective game analysis and motivational leadership. Committed to promoting academic success and injury prevention while cultivating a culture of sportsmanship.
Experienced with team leadership, game strategy development, and player mentorship. Utilizes effective training programs and motivational techniques to drive team success. Track record of fostering collaborative and high-performing team environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Head Coach
Collierville High
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted in recruiting top talent for the program by scouting potential student-athletes and presenting scholarship opportunities.
- Improved team communication and collaboration through targeted drills and exercises.
- Increased team endurance and agility with specialized conditioning programs tailored to specific sports requirements.
- Maintained high standards of sportsmanship by enforcing strict adherence to athletic code of conduct both on and off the fieldcourttracketc.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the program by attending conferences, workshops, or trainings related to coaching methods or sport-specific techniques.
- Supported head coach''s vision for the program while offering constructive feedback when appropriate during strategic planning discussions.
- Facilitated productive relationships between coaches, players, administrators, and parents through clear communication and active engagement in meetings.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as budget management, travel arrangements, and equipment procurement, allowing coaching staff to focus on athlete improvement.
Head Coach
Overton High School
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
- Streamlined practice sessions by designing efficient workout schedules and drills, maximizing time on task.
Assistant Coach
Whitehaven High School
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Assisted in creating and executing practice plans for athletes to help reach highest potential.
- Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
- Promoted positive behavior among student-athletes as a role model consistently demonstrating good sportsmanship principles.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs tailored to individual athlete needs.
Head Coach
Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering
04.2015 - 05.2018
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
- Streamlined practice sessions by designing efficient workout schedules and drills, maximizing time on task.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment.
- Managed successful recruitment efforts, attracting top talent to the program.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Evaluated player performance regularly through skill assessments and video analysis to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Optimized athlete performance with consistent evaluation and adjustment of coaching techniques based on individual needs and overall team objectives.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Championed athlete development both on and off the field by fostering personal growth through character-building exercises.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Organized fundraising events for budgetary support, allowing for increased resources and opportunities for the team.
- Interviewed, hired, trained and oversaw [Number] coaches.
- Enhanced game-day strategies by conducting thorough opponent analysis and scouting reports.
- Promoted academic success among student-athletes with study halls, tutoring services, and progress monitoring systems.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to develop comprehensive game plans tailored to exploit opponents'' weaknesses.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
Head Coach
Soulsville Charter
04.2012 - 04.2015
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
- Maintained strong relationships with athletes, parents, and school administrators for program support and success.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
- Streamlined practice sessions by designing efficient workout schedules and drills, maximizing time on task.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment.
- Managed successful recruitment efforts, attracting top talent to the program.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Evaluated player performance regularly through skill assessments and video analysis to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Optimized athlete performance with consistent evaluation and adjustment of coaching techniques based on individual needs and overall team objectives.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Championed athlete development both on and off the field by fostering personal growth through character-building exercises.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Organized fundraising events for budgetary support, allowing for increased resources and opportunities for the team.
- Interviewed, hired, trained and oversaw 3 coaches.
- Enhanced game-day strategies by conducting thorough opponent analysis and scouting reports.
- Promoted academic success among student-athletes with study halls, tutoring services, and progress monitoring systems.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to develop comprehensive game plans tailored to exploit opponents'' weaknesses.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
Assistant Coach
Shilling Farms Middle School
03.2011 - 04.2011
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
- Promoted positive behavior among student-athletes as a role model consistently demonstrating good sportsmanship principles.
- Ensured safety of all athletes during practice sessions by enforcing proper techniques and closely monitoring adherence to safety protocols.
- Organized team-building activities to foster camaraderie and trust among players, leading to improved on-field chemistry.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Contributed to a winning season through strategic planning, game-day coaching, and fostering an environment of teamwork and dedication.
Assistant Coach
Corry Junior High
06.1990 - 03.1994
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
- Promoted positive behavior among student-athletes as a role model consistently demonstrating good sportsmanship principles.
- Ensured safety of all athletes during practice sessions by enforcing proper techniques and closely monitoring adherence to safety protocols.
- Organized team-building activities to foster camaraderie and trust among players, leading to improved on-field chemistry.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Contributed to a winning season through strategic planning, game-day coaching, and fostering an environment of teamwork and dedication.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Maintained accurate records of player statistics during games which allowed informed decisions regarding lineup adjustments or tactical changes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Southwest Community College
Memphis, TN01-1987
High School Diploma -
Overton High
Memphis, TN01-1985
Skills
- Team management
- Strength conditioning
- Motivational leadership
- Recruitment strategies
- Injury prevention
- Social media
- Compliance
- Facility management
- Academic support
- Game analysis
- Video analysis
- Building relationships
- Verbal and written communication
- Team motivation
- Motivational leadership style
- Athlete development
- Physically fit
- Task delegation
- Youth mentor
- Interpersonal relationships
Accomplishments
Licensed USA Basketball
Assist with facilitation of Ja Morant Experiences
General Manager- Nike Soul City Showcase
Nike EYBL facilitator
Active with Nike Made to Play
Pro Skills Camp volunteer
Nike Global All Star coach- Paris France
Facilitator- Jaren Jackson Symposium
State Championship Runnerup- Shilling Farms
District Champions- Shilling Farm
Sectional Champions- Shilling Farm
State Sweet 16 Appearance- Collierville 25-13 record, Whitehaven 20-4 record, Soulsville 20-5
District Champion Runnerup- Collierville, Soulsville,
Regional Champion Runnerup- Collierville, Soulsville, Whitehaven
City Championship- Whitehaven High
City Champion Runner Up- Soulsville 20-5 record
Certification
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
- NFHS- Fundamentals of Coaching
- FNHS- Concussion in Sports
- NFHS- Developing Youth Through Sports
- NFHS- First Aid, Health and Safety
- NFHS- Bullying, Hazing and Inappropriate Behaviors
- USA Basketball Gold License
Timeline
Associate Head Coach
Collierville High
06.2021 - 03.2023
Head Coach
Overton High School
05.2019 - 03.2021
Assistant Coach
Whitehaven High School
07.2018 - 03.2019
Head Coach
Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering
04.2015 - 05.2018
Head Coach
Soulsville Charter
04.2012 - 04.2015
Assistant Coach
Shilling Farms Middle School
03.2011 - 04.2011
Assistant Coach
Corry Junior High
06.1990 - 03.1994
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Southwest Community College
High School Diploma -
Overton High
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