Desmond Lee
Temecula,CA
Summary
Focused coach successful at coaching athletes and optimizing program operations. Works with players of different skills levels to develop talent, improve strength and enhance stamina for top gameplay. Versed in rules and winning strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Track and Field Coach
Temecula Valley High School
Temecula, CA
03.2016 - 09.2024
- Developed and implemented strength and conditioning program for athletes.
- Organized track meets, competitions, and special events.
- Coordinated team travel arrangements for away events.
- Monitored student-athletes academic performance to ensure eligibility requirements were met.
- Provided instruction on proper technique in sprinting, hurdling, long jump, high jump, pole vaulting and throwing events.
- Supervised assistant coaches during practice sessions and at competitions.
- Created a budget for recruiting trips and equipment purchases.
- Scheduled regular meetings with the athletic director to discuss strategic planning initiatives related to the Track and Field program.
- Recruited potential student-athletes by attending Cubs on-campus fairs and visiting local middle schools' field days.
- Conducted individual workouts with athletes to improve their overall performance levels.
- Maintained detailed records of each athlete's progress throughout the season.
- Assisted in fundraising activities such as concession stands at home meets or other team sponsored events.
- Analyzed data from past performances to create training plans that would maximize an athlete's potential.
- Developed strategies to help motivate athletes before competitions.
- Evaluated prospective opponents' strengths and weaknesses prior to competition.
- Researched new techniques in coaching track and field events.
- Established rules for team members regarding conduct both on and off the field.
- Responsible for maintaining all paperwork related to California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) and National Federation of High School (NFHS) compliance regulations.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during practices and competitions.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's progress within the program.
- Attended professional development conferences hosted by governing bodies in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in coaching track and field.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer-Aided Drafting Technology
ITT Technical Institute - San Diego, California
San Diego, CA01-2001
Associate of Science - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL01-1994
Bachelor of Arts - Health Administration
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL01-1992
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Architecture
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD01-1984
High School Diploma -
Eastside High School, Paterson, NJ
Paterson, NJ01-1977
Skills
- Safety Management
- Game Refereeing
- Nutritional Education
- Video Conferencing
- Strength coaching
- Coaching Staff Oversight
- Practice Management
- Competition Preparation
- Athlete conditioning
- Equipment Maintenance
- Human anatomy knowledge
- Practice Planning and Management
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- Fitness Assessments
- Schedule Coordination
- Game rules
- Travel Arrangement Coordination
- Academic Eligibility Monitoring
Certification
- USATF Level 1
- USATF Emerging Elite
- Attended many elite clinics at Mt.SAC and Cerritos College on an annual bases for updated information
Affiliations
- I am a retired senior enlisted from the United States Navy of 28 years that worked in the Medical field as an instructor, technician and supervisor.
- I coached as the assistant head coach at TVHS from August 2014 to March 2016 doing sprints/hurdles/relays and jumps.
- Prior coaching experiences are GOHS, TPS and Junipero Serra High School.
- My coaching career started at age 27 while I was still active duty, then after I was done competing as a track athlete in the sprints, jumps and hurdles in the Navy.
Accomplishments
- I was a 11 times state champion in multiple events such as Long Jump, 300 meter hurdles/ 330 yards hurdles 4x100 relays and 4x400 relays, I was many times all county and all state in the state of New Jersey, and also all American while competing in the Navy.
Timeline
Head Track and Field Coach
Temecula Valley High School
03.2016 - 09.2024
- USATF Level 1
- USATF Emerging Elite
- Attended many elite clinics at Mt.SAC and Cerritos College on an annual bases for updated information
Associate of Science - Computer-Aided Drafting Technology
ITT Technical Institute - San Diego, California
Associate of Science - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Bachelor of Arts - Health Administration
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Architecture
University of Maryland - College Park
High School Diploma -
Eastside High School, Paterson, NJ
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