Desmond Yates
Nashville,TN
Summary
Former collegiate/professional basketball player turned coach with 5 years coaching experience at college, high school, and AAU levels. Demonstrating success in helping build competitive programs, and player development. Proficient at game planning, strategy, and fostering a a culture of discipline, teamwork, and personal growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
John Overton High School
Nashville, TN
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted with day to day activities involving all team activities
- Developed and implemented practice plans to enhance team performance and skill development.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance and providing constructive feedback.
- Coordinated training sessions, ensuring effective utilization of resources and facilities.
- Fostered a positive team culture through mentorship and relationship building among players.
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and team dynamics.
- Analyzed game footage to provide strategic insights during team meetings.
Student Assistant
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
04.2012 - 08.2013
- Collaborated in the creation and refinement of strategic practice plans to enhance team performance.
- Supported strategic game preparation and analyzed player performance for scouting reports.
- Achieved 28-6 record, setting a new benchmark for wins in school history.
- Sun Belt Conference Champions and NCAA tournament birth (at large bid)
- Assisted in developing player skills through targeted training sessions. Supported coaching staff in implementing development programs. Collaborated with players to identify areas for improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Human Performance
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2010
Skills
- Skill development
- Personal discipline
- Motivational skills
- Team motivation
Accomplishments
- Sun Belt All Tournament Team (2007)
- First Team All Sun Belt (2008, 2009, 2010)
- Only player in program history to gain All Conference honors 3 times
- Became All Time Leading Scorer in program history in senior campaign and ending career with 1,775
Timeline
Assistant Coach
John Overton High School
08.2023 - Current
Student Assistant
Middle Tennessee State University
04.2012 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Health And Human Performance
Middle Tennessee State University