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Ernie Duncan

Colchester,VT

Summary

Results-driven coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving athletes, through goal-oriented training and mentorship.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Champlain Valley Union High School
07.2024 - Current
  • Organized fundraising events to support team travel expenses, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements.
  • Mentored student-athletes in balancing their academic commitments alongside athletic pursuits for well-rounded personal growth.
  • Evaluated player performances during games to make informed decisions on lineup adjustments or strategy changes.
  • Managed team budget effectively by allocating resources appropriately for travel arrangements, equipment purchases, and facility maintenance needs.
  • Collaborated with assistant coaches for efficient practice planning and progress monitoring of players.
  • Implemented advanced video analysis tools to review game footage for tactical adjustments and individual improvement opportunities.
  • Coordinated off-season training programs to enhance player skills, conditioning levels, and overall performance in preparation for the season ahead.

Owner & Head Trainer

Duncan Hoops
07.2020 - Current
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Engage with top local athletes year-round and collaborate with professional athletes during the summer, while organizing and leading camps throughout the year.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

Basketball Coach

Mater Christi School
10.2020 - 03.2025
  • Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
  • Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
  • Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment.

Basketball Coach

Blueprint Basketball Program AAU
09.2020 - 07.2024
  • Coached and managed multiple teams each AAU season, ensuring tailored development and success for each group.
  • Conducted effective practice sessions and game preparations
  • Provided mentorship and support to players
  • Developed advanced basketball skills and game strategies
  • Analyzed game film to enhance player performance and adjust tactics.

Paraeducator

Burlington School District
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.

Basketball Player

University of Vermont
06.2014 - 08.2019
  • Men's Varsity Basketball
  • Committed 30+ hours a week to hard work on the court, weight room, watching film, traveling all over the country while doing well in the classroom.
  • Helped lead UVM to two NCAA Tournament appearances
  • Multiple All Conference Honors

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
08.2019

Skills

  • Player development
  • Character building
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Relationship building

Timeline

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Champlain Valley Union High School
07.2024 - Current

Basketball Coach

Mater Christi School
10.2020 - 03.2025

Basketball Coach

Blueprint Basketball Program AAU
09.2020 - 07.2024

Owner & Head Trainer

Duncan Hoops
07.2020 - Current

Paraeducator

Burlington School District
10.2019 - 02.2020

Basketball Player

University of Vermont
06.2014 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education

University of Vermont