Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Collegiate Accolades
Accomplishments
Credentials
References
Software
Timeline
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Elizabeth Madden

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

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

Microsoft Excel/Word

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

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