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EJ Neal

EJ Neal

San Francisco,CA

Summary

Former three-year NCAA Division I basketball player and University of Southern California team captain with experience leading Division I university basketball camps and working within highly competitive collegiate basketball environments. B.A. in Communications with strong leadership, communication, teaching, and relationship-building skills. Passionate about helping athletes/youth develop on and off the court.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Recreation Leader 1

San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department
San Francisco, CA
01.2021 - Current
  • Communicate with participants, children, families, coworkers, and supervisors in a public-facing environment.
  • Lead and assist with recreational activities and community programs.
  • Help create engaging and welcoming environments for participants.
  • Develop strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills through daily public interaction.

Grocery Warehouse Associate

Amazon/Whole Foods
San Francisco, CA
06.2020 - 01.2021
  • Worked efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Maintained accuracy while completing time-sensitive responsibilities.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet operational goals.

Education

Gerontology -

Univeristy of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Sacramento State
Sacramento, CA
05-2025

Skills

    Basketball Leadership Player Development Team Building Communication Teaching & Instruction Mentorship Teamwork Organization Time Management Adaptability Community Engagement

Sport Experience

University of Southern California (USC) — Los Angeles, CA
NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball | Team Captain | 2025–2026

  • Competed at the NCAA Division I level while balancing demanding academic, training, travel, and competition responsibilities.
  • Voted team captain, demonstrating leadership, accountability, communication, and the trust of teammates.
  • Worked collaboratively with coaches and teammates in a highly competitive collegiate environment.
  • Developed an understanding of team preparation, player development, competitive strategy, and team dynamics.
  • Served as a positive example for teammates through professionalism, discipline, and consistent preparation.

Division I Collegiate Basketball
Three-Year Student-Athlete

  • Developed extensive experience within NCAA Division I basketball programs and competitive team environments.
  • Worked closely with coaches and teammates while receiving and applying instruction, feedback, and performance adjustments.
  • Built strong communication, leadership, resilience, and decision-making skills through collegiate athletics.

Division I University Basketball Camps
Camp Leader

  • Led Division I university basketball team camps and worked directly with participating athletes.
  • Helped facilitate basketball activities in a structured camp environment.
  • Communicated instruction and expectations while working with athletes in a team setting.
  • Represented the university basketball environment in a professional and positive manner.

Timeline

Recreation Leader 1

San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department
01.2021 - Current

Grocery Warehouse Associate

Amazon/Whole Foods
06.2020 - 01.2021

Gerontology -

Univeristy of Southern California

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Sacramento State
EJ Neal