Eduardo Irizarry
Webster,Tx
Summary
Experienced pickleball and tennis coach with strengths in lesson planning, skill assessment, drill design, and court safety. Known for adapting instruction to children, adults, and mixed skill levels while creating supportive, engaging training sessions.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Pickleball instructor
The Westmoor Club
Nantucket, Massachusetts
05.2025 - Current
- Instructed club members in private lessons and group clinics at The Westmoor Club.
- Developed structured lesson drills for effective practice sessions using club facilities and seasonal program schedules.
- Demonstrated proper technique, rules, and safety for member instruction sessions.
- Adapted coaching style for children, adults, and mixed skill levels.
- Prepared teaching materials for recreational programs and special club events.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance the learning experience.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Evaluated the performance of students and made provisions to meet learning needs.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Implemented instructional materials and curriculum to meet specific program needs.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction by resolving issues with informed and friendly service.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve shared goals and effectively resolve product and service-related issues.
- Participated in meetings to gain insights on skill enhancement and training opportunities, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
- Developed innovative strategies to improve team collaboration and achieve desired outcomes.
Tennis Coach
Jewish Community Centre
Bellaire, Texas
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Demonstrated grip, stance, and swing techniques during court sessions.
- Monitored player form and corrected footwork to improve rally performance.
- Provided feedback on court positioning and shot selection to optimize gameplay strategy.
- Conducted warmup sessions to enhance player readiness through stretching and safety procedures.
- Communicated lesson plans clearly to players and parents.
- Maintained tennis equipment and prepared courts before sessions.
Tennis Coach
Magic Lincer Tennis Academy
Windsor, Connecticut
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Instructed players in the fundamentals of tennis such as stroke production, spin variations, and serves.
- Demonstrated grip, stance, and swing techniques during court sessions.
- Provided targeted feedback on court positioning, shot selection, and footwork to enhance player performance.
- Observed player form during practice sessions. and corrected footwork during rallies.
- Assisted with warmup routines, stretching, and court safety procedures to prepare players for practice sessions.
- Communicated lesson plans clearly to players and parents.
- Maintained tennis equipment and prepared courts before sessions.
- Cultivated a positive atmosphere embraced by players, parents, and assistant coaching staff, fostering engagement and motivation.
Associate Head Coach
Nichols College Athletics
Dudley, Massachusetts
12.2017 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with head coach to design and implement drills enhancing student-athlete skill development.
- Led athlete drills and skill development sessions
- Guided athletes through skill development and performance improvement. through feedback, motivation, and discipline
- Observed student-athlete technique during individual and team training sessions.
- Communicated game strategies and lineup changes to athletes
- Coordinated with the head coach to develop strategies for upcoming games.
- Assisted with scouting reports and opponent analysis
- Created scouting reports for upcoming opponents.
- Supported head coach with practice planning and daily team operations
- Coordinated team travel, equipment, and practice schedules
- Conducted individual meetings with players to discuss their progress and goals.
- Enforced team rules, policies, regulations, and codes of conduct.
- Reinforced safety standards and facility rules during team activities
- Developed a positive rapport with student-athletes to foster an inclusive environment.
- Collaborated with the medical staff to ensure athletes' health and safety while playing sports.
- Supported Nichols College athletics tennis practices and daily court operations.
Tennis Coach
Neftalí tennis training
Lajas, Puerto Rico
12.2011 - 01.2012
- Designed and implemented practice drills to improve student performance in Neftalí Tennis Training lessons.
- Demonstrated proper grip, stance, and swing techniques for students during tennis court sessions.
- Monitored player form and provided corrective feedback on footwork to optimize performance during rallies.
- Assisted in tennis fundamentals instruction, enhancing skill development for Neftalí Tennis Training students.
Education
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Nichols College
Dudley12-2018
Bachelor of Science - Sport And Fitness Management
St. Bonaventure University
Saint Bonaventure, NY05-2016
High School Diploma -
Colegio San Jose
Puerto Rico05-2012
Skills
- Drill implementation
- Lesson design
- Athletic coaching
- Athlete training
- Performance evaluation
- Injury prevention
- Program coordination
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Professional pickleball registry- Level 1 Certified Professional
Accomplishments
- Coach of the Year Common Wealth Coast Conference 2018
- Atlantic 10 All Conference
- Pickleball Professional Award city of Lajas
Timeline
Pickleball instructor
The Westmoor Club
05.2025 - Current
Tennis Coach
Jewish Community Centre
12.2020 - 01.2022
Tennis Coach
Magic Lincer Tennis Academy
12.2019 - 01.2020
Associate Head Coach
Nichols College Athletics
12.2017 - 01.2018
Tennis Coach
Neftalí tennis training
12.2011 - 01.2012
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Nichols College
Bachelor of Science - Sport And Fitness Management
St. Bonaventure University
High School Diploma -
Colegio San Jose