DYLAN R. ZURITA
Dacula,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable practitioner of kinesiology, skilled in developing and implementing customized, treatment plans. Focused on health and human performance with clinical skills in biomechanics, injury management, and stretch techniques. Positive professional with love for hockey who makes athletes comfortable based on collegiate hockey playing experience and personal history of game-sustained injuries. Well-rounded in areas of sports media, coaching, communication, project management, and facility operations. Seeking an opportunity within the New York Ranger organization to ignite positive interactions with athletes, staff, and community for the team to reach their maximum performance potential in the NHL.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Stretch Practitioner
The Stretch Zone
Braselton, GA
10.2020 - Current
- Conduct client assessments to discuss medical histories, current issues, determine needs, and develop therapy plans.
- Work with individuals to achieve their therapeutic or performance goals by using practitioner-assisted stretching.
- Deliver performance enhancement modalities for athletes through proven course of innovative stretching techniques.
- Enhance achievement of athletes to provide optimum functional flexibility, greater reaction time, and increased spatial awareness.
- Provide overall client base with ability to move easier by reeducating nerve-muscle reflex.
- Achieved highly satisfied treatment rating over four-month period, surveying monthly average of 112 clients.
Sports Studies Intern
Starkville Parks and Recreation
Starkville, MS
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Majority of staff furloughed due to COVID-19, allowing for learning opportunities while contributing in several departments.
- Introduced hockey to local youth through indoor stick-handling clinics, coaching sessions, open-floor game scenarios, and important equipment and injury prevention discussions and stretches.
- Coordinated and implemented online youth baseball and softball draft.
- Coached fielding skills in small group sessions.
- Created social media updates for safety protocols and marketing for Fourth of July community event.
- Attended budget and planning sessions for Starkville’s new sports complex.
- Assessed operational plan and provided maintenance to fields and facilities.
Water Safety Instructor and Lead Lifeguard
Gwinnett County Recreation Aquatic Centers
Norcross, GA
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Mentored 3 new lifeguards over three-month period as lead.
- Provided supervision to approximately 40 swimmers in one pool section per shift and maintained safe pool environment that met county standards.
- Enforced pool regulations and responded to emergencies by executing first aid or other rescue skills as needed.
- Delivered instruction to approximately 80 youth over two-summer period to include basic safety, survival, swimming skills, and stroke techniques to help them gain water competency and increase their skill level.
Education
Master of Science - Kinesiology - Health & Human Performance
University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
Edinberg, TX07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology - Sports Studies & Communications
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05.2020
Skills
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, & Teams)
- Social Media Content
- Athlete Management Software
- Sports Performance Analytic Software
- WordPress
- Curriculum Implementation
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Strength and Agility Training
- Coaching
- Mentoring
Accomplishments and Affiliations
- UTX Dean's Scholar - 06/2021-07/2022
- MSU President's Scholar - 08/2020
- National Society of Leadership and Success (Sigma Alpha Pi) - 09/2019-Present
- MS State Ice Dawgs Hockey (SECHC) Defensive Player, Starkville, MS - 08/2016-03/2020
- Georgia Special Olympics Events Coach, Gainesville, GA - 07/2017-07/2020
- USA Hockey Member
Timeline
Stretch Practitioner
The Stretch Zone
10.2020 - Current
Sports Studies Intern
Starkville Parks and Recreation
05.2020 - 07.2020
Water Safety Instructor and Lead Lifeguard
Gwinnett County Recreation Aquatic Centers
06.2017 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Kinesiology - Health & Human Performance
University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology - Sports Studies & Communications
Mississippi State University
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