DORIAN JOHNSON
West Mifflin,PA
Summary
Hardworking Football Coach highly effective at building and managing successful programs. Skilled in selecting coaching staff, evaluating players and managing rigorous practice schedules to prepare for challenging games. Over 20 years of experience in Youth/Highschool Athletic organizations.. A seasoned Football Scout/Trainer with a proven track record at Legends Sports Club, I excel in motivational leadership and strategic planning. Leveraging tactical knowledge and team bonding, I've significantly enhanced athlete recruitment and program assessment. My approach has fostered a culture of achievement, with a focus on both physical fitness and safety awareness, ensuring well-rounded development for athletes.
- Player History: Wilkinsburg Youth Football, St.Bede Football (Ms) , Taylor Allderdice Highschool (QB) University of Pittsburgh (RB/DB)
- Player/Coach References: Curtis Martin, Chuck Batch, Mike Logan, Ray Brazo, Rod Steele, Bill Cherpak, Derrick Fulmore, Courtney Jackson, David Green, Cruz Brookins, and many more active/retired.
- Offensive and Film Coach Specialist
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Football Scout/Trainer
Legends Sports Club
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2015 - Current
- Organized memorable annual football/ Basketball camps to foster camaraderie, teamwork, and personal growth among participants.
- Strengthened community involvement by encouraging athletes to participate in volunteer opportunities and service projects. This helps for College recruiting and the athletes future.
- Improved scouting skills by conducting comprehensive training sessions and outdoor activities. Per athlete, Per Position
- Developed strong leadership qualities in scouts through mentoring, coaching, and hands-on experience.
- Inspired a lifelong love of learning through diverse experiences within various scouting programs, ultimately leading to well-rounded individuals with strong leadership skills.
- Enhanced team collaboration by organizing group projects and fostering open communication among members. Building trust is a serious dynamic amongst Players & Coaches
- Achieved successful recruitment drives with targeted outreach strategies and compelling presentations.
- Boosted morale within the athletes by regularly acknowledging accomplishments and celebrating milestones together as a team.
- Matching Highschool Athletes with College Coaches while providing, the Athletes Parents with the information that will help them and their student athletes prepare for the next level.
- Helping student athletes and Highschool Programs understand & utilize the Name and Likeliness Per Athlete, plus the pros and cons of going in this direction.
- We offer the S.A.L.S Program (Student Athlete Liaison Services) This program allows us to help student athletes prepare and become eligible for College Athletics.
Regional Scout
Football University/ National Scouting Report
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2012 - Current
- Training Athletes by Position then sending them to Nationally Ranked Camps/Combines to be ranked national nationally by position.
- Taking Student Athletes on HS and College recruiting trips helping them find the best possible fit in education and athletics
- Linking College Coaches and High school Athletes together
Head Basketball Coach
Best of The Batch Foundation
Homestead, PA
06.2002 - 08.2018
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
- Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-the court
- Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Increased player motivation with tailored goal-setting and progress tracking strategies.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete''s learning style to maximize potential improvement.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies to minimize risk of harm during practices and games.
- Spearheaded community outreach initiatives, including basketball clinics for local youth groups.
Varsity Basketball Analytics/ JV Coach
West Mifflin Area School District
West Mifflin, PA
09.2013 - 02.2016
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Assessed strengths and weaknesses of opponents to develop valuable techniques and increase preparedness.
- Played an active role in the recruitment process, identifying and attracting talented athletes to join the program.
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
West Mifflin Area School District
West Mifflin, PA
10.2014 - 02.2015
- Collaborated with athletic trainers to develop injury prevention programs, resulting in fewer player injuries during the season.
- Contributed to winning seasons with effective game planning and in-game adjustments.
- Mentored student-athletes on academic goals, contributing to their overall personal growth and development beyond athletics.
- Promoted sportsmanship among team members by modeling appropriate behavior both on and off the court.
- Developed players'' skills through targeted training drills and personalized instruction.
- Developed strategies to exploit opponents'' weaknesses during games, contributing to more victories throughout each season.
- Supported Head Coach''s vision by executing game-specific drills that improved overall team strategy and performance.
- Improved team cohesion by fostering a positive and supportive environment for the athletes.
Football Statistician
West Mifflin Area School District
West Mifflin, PA
08.2011 - 11.2013
- Optimized data management systems to ensure accurate storage, retrieval, and reporting of statistical information.
- Performed data cleaning and data preparation to support high-quality data and catch errors before processing.
- Developed user-friendly dashboards for real-time monitoring of key performance metrics, facilitating informed decision-making across departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify key performance indicators and establish benchmarks for success.
- Prepared statistical analysis plans and provided statistical interpretation for graphs, tables and charts.
- Evaluated statistical techniques and extracted Type information from research data to provide different ways to assess robustness of research outputs.
Head Football Coach
West Mifflin Youth Football
West Mifflin, PA
07.2009 - 10.2012
- Promoted a positive image of the football program within the community with regular outreach events and initiatives.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating coaching strategies and implementing best practices based on industry trends and research.
- Enhanced player skill development with targeted coaching sessions and personalized feedback.
- Collaborated with administrators to establish framework for player participation and awards.
- Improved team performance by implementing innovative and strategic training programs.
- Assessed individual skills and physical abilities to make appropriate position assignments.
- Coordinated effectively with support staff such as athletic trainers, equipment managers, academic advisors, ensuring seamless operation of the football program.
Middle School Football Coach
West Mifflin Area School District
West Mifflin, PA
07.2009 - 10.2011
- Continually updated coaching knowledge by attending relevant workshops, conferences, and training sessions to stay current with best practices within the rapidly evolving world of youth football coaching.
- Coordinated efficient transportation logistics for all away games, ensuring timely arrivals at opposing schools and minimizing travel-related disruptions to the team''s performance.
- Expanded community outreach efforts by establishing partnerships with local businesses and organizations to increase awareness of the middle school football program within the wider community context.
- Increased overall team success through consistent communication with school administrators, parents, and other stakeholders.
- Maximized game day preparedness through meticulous scouting of upcoming opponents, devising targeted game plans that capitalized on their weaknesses.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing middle school athletics programs by staying up-to-date on relevant legislation changes and guidelines updates.
- Enhanced player skills development with personalized training programs tailored to individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Achieved greater player retention by prioritizing player safety and well-being throughout the season.
- Developed strong relationships with local high school football programs, creating a seamless transition for graduating middle school athletes entering high school sports environments.
- Conducted regular player assessments, providing constructive feedback on areas for improvement while celebrating individual achievements and growth.
Head Football Coach
Steel Valley Youth Football
Homestead, PA
07.2002 - 10.2007
- Enhanced player skills through focused coaching, personalized feedback, and tailored drills.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Encouraged sportsmanship and teamwork among players both on the field and during off-field activities.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Negotiated and resolved conflicts between players, parents and staff to restore order.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Improved team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs and practice sessions.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PABusiness Administration And Management
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PAAudio Video Engineer - Engineering Acoustics
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL12.1995
St Bede
Pittsburgh, PAMargaret Mallions Middle School
Pittsburgh, PA1988
Highschool Diploma -
Taylor Allderdice Highschool
Pittsburgh, PA05.1993
Skills
- Training exercises
- Motivational leadership style
- Goal Setting
- Tactical knowledge
- Team Bonding
- Setting goals
- Game Analysis
- Injury Prevention
- Physical Fitness
- Motivational Abilities
- Player evaluations
- Team Management
- Staff Development
- Physically Fit
- Strategic Planning
- Schedule Management
- Nutrition knowledge
- Media Relations
- Rule Enforcement
- Coaching meetings
- Media integration
- Scouting Abilities
- Technology Integration
- Video analysis
- Proficient in Software
- Sponsorship Acquisition
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety awareness
- Recruitment
- Program assessment
- Sports psychology
- Eligibility Requirements
- Media Handling
- Team Training
- Game Strategy Development
- Offensive and defensive strategy
- Critical Thinking
- Seasonal Planning
- Weight Training
- Exercise planning
- Microsoft Office
- Conflict Management
- Player Assessments
- Coaching experience
- Nutritional Advice
- CPR/AED
- Athlete safety
- Physical and endurance training
- Game rules
- Competitive Analysis
- Competition Preparation
- Academic Eligibility Monitoring
- Social Media and Promotions
- Coaching Staff Oversight
- Video Conferencing
- Practice Planning and Management
- Personal Counseling
- Safety Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Active Listening
Timeline
Football Scout/Trainer
Legends Sports Club
07.2015 - Current
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
West Mifflin Area School District
10.2014 - 02.2015
Varsity Basketball Analytics/ JV Coach
West Mifflin Area School District
09.2013 - 02.2016
Regional Scout
Football University/ National Scouting Report
08.2012 - Current
Football Statistician
West Mifflin Area School District
08.2011 - 11.2013
Head Football Coach
West Mifflin Youth Football
07.2009 - 10.2012
Middle School Football Coach
West Mifflin Area School District
07.2009 - 10.2011
Head Football Coach
Steel Valley Youth Football
07.2002 - 10.2007
Head Basketball Coach
Best of The Batch Foundation
06.2002 - 08.2018
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Community College of Allegheny County
Business Administration And Management
University of Pittsburgh
Audio Video Engineer - Engineering Acoustics
Full Sail University
St Bede
Margaret Mallions Middle School
Highschool Diploma -
Taylor Allderdice Highschool