DON CROSSLEY
Hersey,MI
Summary
Professional leader with proven track record in guiding football teams to success. Expertise in strategy development, player development, and game analysis. Strong focus on fostering collaboration and driving results. Known for adaptability and dependability in dynamic environments. Skilled in motivational leadership, tactical planning, and performance optimization.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Varsity Offensive Coordinator
Kingsley Area Schools
02.2010 - 11.2018
- Served as a role model of good sportsmanship, demonstrating respect for opponents, officials, and teammates at all times.
- Developed players'' skills through focused training sessions, resulting in improved gameplay on the field.
- Mentored assistant coaches and provided professional development opportunities to enhance their coaching skills.
- Established strong relationships with players'' families, promoting open communication regarding player progress and wellbeing.
- Coordinated off-season training programs to maintain player fitness levels and prevent injuries during competition season.
- Promoted discipline and sportsmanship among players by setting clear expectations for behavior both on and off the field.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in school events and supporting other athletic programs.
Head Football Coach
Mesick Community Schools
07.2008 - 12.2008
- Implemented Lineman challenge with 5 local HS participating, earning the program over $1000
- Eliminated separation of the different levels
- Ie
- Varsity, JV, Jr
- High
- Won 2 Conference games for first time in 9 years
- Implemented leadership program for team Captains
- Achieved consistent success on the field by emphasizing fundamentals, situational awareness, and adaptive game plans.
Head Football Coach
Forest Area Community Schools
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Increased participation from 18 to 45 student athletes in grades 9-12
- Led team to first ever winning season and playoff birth
- Voted AP Honorable Mention Coach of the Year
- Voted Regional Coach of the Year By Coaches Assoc
- Installed offense that averaged 32 points per game
- Implemented weight and conditioning program
Assistant Football Coach
Forest Area Community Schools
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Gave instruction within the guidelines of the Head Coaches program design
- Help instruct student athletes that had never played the game
- Taught proper fundamentals to student-athletes in grades 9-12
Freshman/Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Benzie County Central Schools
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Teach fundamentals of football within the Head coaches system
Defensive Coordinator
Kaiserslaughtern American High School, Department of Defense Schools
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Worked within the framework of the Head coaches program
- Installed defense that allowed less than 10 points per game
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City, MI05-2008
Skills
- Motivational techniques
- Physical conditioning
- Game preparation
- Tactical awareness
- Player development
- Personable and friendly
- Team motivation
- Effective communication
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Varsity Offensive Coordinator
Kingsley Area Schools
02.2010 - 11.2018
Head Football Coach
Mesick Community Schools
07.2008 - 12.2008
Head Football Coach
Forest Area Community Schools
01.2006 - 01.2007
Assistant Football Coach
Forest Area Community Schools
01.2003 - 01.2005
Freshman/Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Benzie County Central Schools
01.1995 - 01.1996
Defensive Coordinator
Kaiserslaughtern American High School, Department of Defense Schools
01.1993 - 01.1994
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern Michigan College
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