Drew Sperry
Oshkosh,WI
Summary
Passionate teacher and football coach dedicated to instilling servant leadership and mentoring student-athletes in life and football. Committed to fostering selflessness and a strong work ethic that extends beyond the field. Firm believer in teaching student-athletes the value of embracing the process of greatness, understanding that winning football games is a natural outcome of this mindset.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Football Coach-ILB and DBs
University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh
05.2011 - Current
- Coached Inside Linebackers from 2011 season through 2016 Season then moved to coach safeties in 2017.
- Assisted in all aspects of running a football program i.e: Equipment, video, travel, academics.
- Lead coach in breaking down game film such as putting in and organizing information. Also worked closely with Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator to develop game plans for the week.
- Organized and lead position meetings in-season and during spring ball.
- During games, was responsible for relaying information to Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator such as personnel, down and distance, tendencies and clock management situations.
- Helped UWO program that had not won a conference title since 1976 to 4 conference titles (2012, 2015, 2017, 2019), 5 NCAA Playoff appearances (2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019), 3 NCAA semifinals (2012, 2016, 2017) and 1 NCAA National Title Game appearance (2016).
- Coached 3 student-athletes who earn All-American honors and 1 student-athlete who won the WIAC's Max Sparger Scholar-Athlete Award.
- Worked for and helped organize different community service opportunities for student-athletes such as Be The Match, Honor Flight, and the MACC Fund.
- Helped with fundraising events for UWO Football Program, such as the annual Golf Outing and fall raffle ticket sale.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
Teacher Associate
Oshkosh Area School District
09.2021 - Current
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Organized a schedule to facilitate coverage for classes when a substitute was not available.
- Built positive relationships with students and co-workers to help achieve student growth in and outside the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI12.2019
High School Diploma -
Evansville High School
Evansville, WI06.2009
Skills
- Working knowledge of football equipment such as: helmets, uniforms, pads and accessories
- Team Building
- Servant Leadership Training
- Student-Athlete Development
- Athlete Safety
- Offensive and Defensive Strategy
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint and Word
- Organizing, inventorying, distributing equipment
- Excellent at time-management and communication skills
Timeline
Teacher Associate
Oshkosh Area School District
09.2021 - Current
Assistant Football Coach-ILB and DBs
University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh
05.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
High School Diploma -
Evansville High School
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