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Eric Bowles

Louisville,KY

Summary

Dynamic Head Softball Coach at Fern Creek High School, recognized for developing winning strategies and fostering a collaborative team culture. Achieved significant player recruitment success, producing 6 D1 athletes. Expert in teaching fundamentals and conflict resolution, while organizing effective practices that enhance skills and promote teamwork.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Softball Coach

Fern Creek High School
07.2022 - Current
  • Developed practice plans to enhance team skills and performance.
  • Coordinated team schedules, ensuring effective use of facilities and resources.
  • Fostered a positive team culture through effective communication and collaboration.
  • Established clear goals and expectations for both individual athletes and the entire team, fostering accountability and commitment to improvement.
  • Improved overall team ranking by focusing on individual skill development and emphasizing teamwork.
  • Developed strong relationships with athletes, parents, and staff to create a unified and collaborative community.
  • Created an inclusive team culture that embraced diversity in backgrounds, skills, and perspectives among studentathletes.
  • Kept field, facilities, and equipment organized and well-maintained.
  • Organized successful fundraising events to support the softball program''s financial needs.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for away games, ensuring seamless logistics for players and coaching staff.
  • Managed schedule of practices, games, and special events.
  • Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
  • Facilitated open communication between coaching staff members to ensure consistent messaging to players regarding expectations and performance feedback.
  • Implemented training drills focused on fundamental techniques and strategies.

Head Coach

Team Kentucky
08.2014 - 07.2020
  • Developed training programs to enhance team performance and skill development.
  • Implemented game strategies to maximize athlete potential during competitions.
  • Fostered a positive team culture through effective communication and conflict resolution.
  • Organized yearly fund-raiser making over $10, 000 each year for fees and equipment.
  • Coordinated schedules and logistics for training sessions and competitive events.
  • Developed relationships with college coaches.
  • I helped my players get recruited with a focus on consistent and personalized communication with college coaches. This included providing relevant information and building strong relationships.
  • Utilized various communication methods like email, phone calls and even social media to keep in touch and keep coaches updated on player progress.
  • Produced 6 D1 players off of this team.
  • Won the WFC World Series

Education

Highview Baptist
Louisville
05-1994

Skills

    Teaching fundamentals

    Developing game plans, understanding offensive and defensive strategies while making end game adjustments

    Adjusting tactics based on teams strengths and weaknesses

    Thorough knowledge of the softball rules

    Organized effective and competitive practices that focus on skill development and game preparations

    Leadership - I set a positive tone and provide direction for the team

    Clearly communicate with players, assistant coaches and parents

    Foster a sense of unity and cooperation among players, encouraging teamwork and mutual support

    Effectively addressing and resolving conflicts that may arise within the team

    Enspiring players to perform at their best, promoting a positive team culture while building confidence

    Managing time to ensure practices and games run smoothly

    Stay up to date on coaching techniques, strategies and rules

Timeline

Head Softball Coach

Fern Creek High School
07.2022 - Current

Head Coach

Team Kentucky
08.2014 - 07.2020

Highview Baptist

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