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Elizabeth Madden
Coach/Mentor
331 Preston Ave, Voorhees,New Jersey
Summary
Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support. Proponent of detailed finance and resource management to maintain positive perception of program and expand competitive opportunities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Women's Interim Head XC/Track & Field Coach
Rowan University
10.2023 - Current
- Organized travel arrangements for away meets/travel trips efficiently while adhering to budget constraints; maximizing athlete comfort during trips without overspending funds allotted for transportation costs.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete performance statistics, providing valuable data insights which informed future training approaches.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies through proper warm-up techniques and conditioning exercises, reducing overall injury rates among athletes.
- Executed effective strategy for communication and recruitment of talented prospective student-athletes, increasing roster size by 84%
- Emphasized importance of academics alongside athletics by implementing study hall policy, ensuring students maintained satisfactory grades while participating in sports activities.
Throws Coach
Rowan University
9 2019 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for athletes, setting clear expectations for continued improvement throughout season.
- Developed mechanics of shotput, discus, hammer, and weight throw for men's and women's team members
- Incorporates in-depth footwork/positioning drills for technique, drills for power development, and multitude of regressions and progressions for glide and spin technique for right-handed and left-handed throwers.
- Spearheaded off-season training programs focusing on skill development while maintaining physical conditioning levels.
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach
Rowan University
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and organized weight room environment conducive to productive training sessions for all athletes involved.
- Coordinated with athletic trainers in rehabilitation efforts for injured athletes, developing modified training plans that allowed for continued progress while minimizing risk of reinjury.
- Improved athlete performance by developing and implementing comprehensive strength and conditioning programs.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop individualized training plans, aligning with overall team goals and objectives.
- Implemented functional movement assessments to identify potential areas of weakness or imbalance, addressing them through corrective exercise programming.
- Organized off-season conditioning programs to maintain fitness levels and minimize risk of injury when returning to competitive play.
Owner, Parisi Speed School South Jersey
Self-employeed
11.2020 - Current
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed day-to-day business operations and training of clientele.
- Managed financial aspects of business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected business''s financial stability.
Master Coach
Parisi Speed School
09.2018 - Current
- One of 6 Master Coaches in Parisi Speed School network of over 120 facilities and over 500+ coaches (first female Master Coach)
- Traveled to new/existing Parisi locations to certify/re-certify new/existing sports performance coaches to become more educated and valuable mentors to children
- Incorporated cutting-edge research findings into coaching practice for optimal results in client growth and development.
- Improved team dynamics within organizations by offering group facilitation services focused on conflict resolution and improved communication skills.
- Mentored junior coaches, sharing best practices and insights for effective coaching methods.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends while attending conferences, seminars, and furthering education through certifications.
Program Director
Parisi Speed School
11.2016 - 08.2020
- Led change management initiatives, fostering positive organizational culture during periods of transition.
- Evaluated sports performance of young athletes through comprehensive data analysis, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Advanced community outreach efforts by forging strong relationships with local partners and sports teams
- Set monthly evaluation and EFT goals for team members, integrated new coaches into classes, trained coaching interns and assistants
- Delivered Parisi curriculum to youth classes, personal training clients, and full teams on linear speed, multidirectional movement, and strength
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
Graduate Assistantship
East Stroudsburg University Athletics Department
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Supervisor of athletic event and safety personnel.
- Organized annual ESU Athletic Auction that raises money for athletic scholarships.
- Assisted with ticketing and concession operations during game-day duties.
- Organized and executed all Homecoming events: games, ticketing, fundraising, staffing, concessions, promoting.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Assisted athletic director and facilities manager with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Master of Science, Exercise Science -
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA 05.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science, Biology: Pre-Physical Therapy -
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA 09.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Effective Leadership
Recruitment Management & Strategies
Travel/Budget Management & Organization
NCAA Compliance, Rules & Regulations Knowledge
Fundraising Initiatives
Exercise Progression Planning
Speed, Agility, Power Development Methods
Flexibility and Mobility Training
Injury Prevention Strategies
Interpersonal Communication
Olympic Lifting Techniques & Assessments
Safety Management
Collegiate Accolades
- ESU Track & Field Team, 4-year Athletic Scholarship Recipient
- 2x PSAC Champ, Weight Throw
- National Qualifier, Weight throw
- School record holder, Weight throw
- Freshman record holder, Weight throw & hammer
- 3x USTFCCCA All-Atlantic Region Team selection
- 4x PSAC Women's Track & Field All-Conference Honors
- ESU Volleyball Team, 4-year Athletic Scholarship Recipient
Accomplishments
- 1 National Runner Up: Women's Hammer 2022-2023 season
- 18 total school record performances from 2019-2024
- 6 school record performances during the 2023-2024 campaign
- 28 total All-Americans from 2019-2024
- 10 All-American performances during the 2023-2024 campaign
- 40 total NJAC Champions from 2019-2024
- 12 NJAC Champions during the 2023-2024 campaign
- 10 Regional Champs from 2019-2024
- 2 Regional Champs during the 2023-2024 campaign
- Achieved compliance by introducing TrainHeroic software for team strength training programming
Credentials
- Emergency Care and Safety Institute: Health Care Provider CPR/ First Aid (08/2022-08/2024)
- Parisi Level II Strength & Conditioning Certified (07/2015)
- Parisi Master Coach (11/2018)
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer (08/2015)
- USATF member (2018)
- Queenax Functional Training Certified (11/2016)
References
- Jim Morrison, ESU Track & Field Throws Coach, East Stroudsburg University: (973) 876-7303
- Chris Merli, Former ESU Track & Field Women's Head Coach, East Stroudsburg University: (570) 460-7037
- Joe Koch, Former ESU Track & Field Men's Head Coach, East Stroudsburg University: (570) 269-6195
- Bill Parisi, Founder/CEO, Parisi Speed School Systems: (201) 214-6330
- Justyce Pollitt, Interim Head Track & Field Coach, Haverford University: (856) 340-8043
- John Kolibab, Head Track & Field Coach, Stevens University: (440) 221-9676
- Cedric Dawkins, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach/Defensive Coordinator, Rowan University: (516) 984-0383
Software
VICON, Dartfish (biomechanics software)
TrainHeroic
Timeline
Women's Interim Head XC/Track & Field Coach
Rowan University
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach
Rowan University
06.2023 - Current
Owner, Parisi Speed School South Jersey
Self-employeed
11.2020 - Current
Master Coach
Parisi Speed School
09.2018 - Current
Program Director
Parisi Speed School
11.2016 - 08.2020
Graduate Assistantship
East Stroudsburg University Athletics Department
08.2014 - 05.2015
Master of Science, Exercise Science -
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
05.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science, Biology: Pre-Physical Therapy -
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
09.2010 - 05.2014
Throws Coach
Rowan University
9 2019 - Current