Drew Yoder
Clemmons,NC
Summary
Results-driven cheerleading coach with a hands-on approach to improving team performance while also supporting the academic progress of every student. Excellent planner, problem-solver and relationship-builder. Coach with ten plus years experience in both allstar/collegiate cheerleading. Three years in the mascot coordinator position as well as helping run a collegiate cheerleading program as the assistant cheerleading coach. More than willing to keep directing another mascot program along with a collegiate cheer program.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Cheer Coach & Mascot Coordinator
Wake Forest University
08.2021 - Current
- Taught and assisted with directing the college cheer program as well as the Demon Deacon program at Wake Forest University.
- Assisted with choreography for both NCA & UCA nationals. Modified routines in order to bring the best gameday package for both competitions.
- Adjusted coaching techniques based on strengths and weaknesses of athletes.
- Taught cheerleaders safety and proper stunting and tumbling techniques through proper demonstrations.
- Coordinated practice schedules, ensuring optimal use of time and resources for maximum productivity during each session.
- Coordinated events both on and off campus for the Demon Deacon with on campus departments and off campus business's.
- Handled financials for the Demon Deacon through receiving payment for appearances and handling the mascot budget.
- Recruiting both new cheerleaders and mascots each year to help build both programs every season.
- Mentored cheerleaders, fostering a positive and supportive team environment that encouraged personal growth and boosted morale.
Stunt/Tumble Coach
Carolina Elite Allstars
01.2020 - Current
- Teaching classes individually with large groups of people in attendance.
- Scheduling and running private lessons for both tumbling and stunting for one on one sessions as well as small group sessions.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Choreographing routines for teams for the allstar cheer season.
- Teaching skills and drills for both tumbling, stunting, and pyramids.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
NBA Wizards Cheerleader
Washington Wizards
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Working with the community and surrounding communities performing in events to create a wonderful and exciting atmosphere that reflected positively on the organization.
- Learning and performing routines for some home games during the NBA basketball season.
- Helped to create routines for basketball performances.
- Having extensive time management skills in order to balance work, practice, events, and game day requirements.
Stunt/Tumble Coach,
Tumble/Stunt Coach, Cheer Extreme DMV
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Teaching classes individually with large groups of people in attendance.
- Scheduling and running private lessons for both tumbling and stunting for one on one sessions as well as small group sessions.
- Choreographing routines for teams for the allstar cheer season.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Teaching skills and drills for both tumbling, stunting, and pyramids.
- Building professional relationships with other schools, allstar gyms, parents, and athletes.
NFL Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader
Baltimore Ravens
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Working with the community and surrounding communities performing in events to create a wonderful and exciting atmosphere that reflected positively on the organization.
- Learning and performing a new routine for each home game during the NFL football season.
- Having extensive time management skills in order to balance work, practice, events, and game day requirements.
Stunt/Tumble Coach
Dynamite Allstar & Cheer
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Teaching classes individually with large groups of people in attendance.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Scheduling and running private lessons for both tumbling and stunting for one on one sessions as well as small group sessions.
- Choreographing routines for teams for the allstar cheer season.
- Teaching skills and drills for both tumbling, stunting, and pyramids.
- Building professional relationships with other schools, allstar gyms, parents, and athletes.
Education
Cheer Certification, USA Cheer -
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC2014
Skills
- Stunt Coach
- Tumbling Spotter
- Highly Organized
- Communication Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Decision Making
- Creativity
- Adaptability
- Safety Awareness
Accomplishments
- Wake Forest University: Coached Cheer/Dance/Band to Place 2nd in UCA GameDay Spirit Live Division (2024); Coached Cheer/Dance/Band to Top 10 in NCA GameDay Division (2023)
- Wilmington University: Recipient of the 2018-2019 Most Valuable Cheerleader Award; 2019 UCA Small Coed Division II National Champion
- Baltimore Ravens:
Recipient of the Good Egg award (2017); Recipient of the Rookie of the Year award (2017); Recipient of the Most Valuable Cheerleader award (2018); United Service Organizations (USO) Deployment/Performed for the U.S. Troops (2018) - NC State: Top 10 Placement Coed Partner Stunt at UCA Nationals(2015); Top 5 Placement Coed Partner Stunt at NCA Nationals (2015)
- Campbell University: CANAM Coed Partner Stunt Champion (2014)
Timeline
Assistant Cheer Coach & Mascot Coordinator
Wake Forest University
08.2021 - Current
Stunt/Tumble Coach
Carolina Elite Allstars
01.2020 - Current
NBA Wizards Cheerleader
Washington Wizards
01.2019 - 01.2020
Stunt/Tumble Coach,
Tumble/Stunt Coach, Cheer Extreme DMV
01.2017 - 01.2020
NFL Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader
Baltimore Ravens
01.2016 - 01.2018
Stunt/Tumble Coach
Dynamite Allstar & Cheer
01.2016 - 01.2018
Cheer Certification, USA Cheer -
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Campbell University