Garrett Gantz
West Bloomfield,MI
Summary
Dynamic assistant coach skilled in team communication and player development. Experienced in organizing practice sessions and promoting sportsmanship, ensuring a positive environment that drives team success and individual growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Industrial Steam Cleaning/Hood Filter Solutions
Pontiac, Michigan
07.2023 - Current
- Repaired Stainless steel filters with spot welding.
Varsity Assistant Coach
Brother Rice High School
Bloomfield Township, Michigan
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with head coach to strategize game plans based on opponent analysis.
- Facilitated team-building activities to foster camaraderie and improve team dynamics.
- Organized and executed practice sessions, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Provided mentorship to student athletes, promoting academic success alongside athletic development.
- Evaluated team performance metrics after each game to identify areas for improvement.
- Supported athletes in balancing academics and athletics, emphasizing time management skills.
- Attended coaching staff meetings to discuss strategy and review game film from previous matches.
- Assisted in developing and implementing practice plans for the varsity team.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed throughout all practices, meetings, and games.
- Participated in team lineups for each game, providing insight to head coach on positions.
- Instructed players on proper techniques for various sports drills and plays.
Head Soccer Coach
Liverpool FC Intenational Academy Michigan
Auburn Hills, Michigan
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Coordinated match schedules and logistics to ensure smooth operations for all games.
- Developed comprehensive training programs tailored to individual player needs and skill levels.
- Implemented performance metrics to track player development and enhance training effectiveness.
- Conducted regular assessments of team performance to identify areas for improvement.
Assistant Youth Soccer Coach
Liverpool FC International Academy Michigan
Auburn Hills, MI
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Organized team logistics to ensure smooth operations during practices and games.
- Facilitated communication among players, coaches, and parents to strengthen team cohesion.
- Conducted practice sessions emphasizing skill enhancement and game strategy.
- Promoted sportsmanship and teamwork through positive reinforcement and group activities.
- Collaborated with the head coach to create engaging and effective training plans.
- Led warm-up exercises and drills to prepare players physically and mentally for practices.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment for all players during practices and games.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cranbrook Kingswood High School
Bloomfield Hills, MI05-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Concordia University
Ann Arbor, MISome College (No Degree) - Secondary Education
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MISkills
- player development
- practice planning
- athlete mentorship
- team communication
- game strategy
- emphasizing sportsmanship
- instruction techniques
- Physical fitness
- Performance improvements
Certification
US Soccer D Coaching license - to be completed 12/13/25
Accomplishments
Playing Soccer since age 5 with Force FC/Liverpool FC Michigan. Continued on at Cranbrook Kingswood High School, earning a varsity position as a freshman, later becoming the team captain and earning the Division II Defensive Player of the year award my Senior year and All State honors. I went on to play collegiate soccer at Concordia University in Ann Arbor for one year. I have remained active in the game through coaching most recently at Brother Rice High School. Currently pursuing my US Soccer D license.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Varsity Assistant Coach
Brother Rice High School
08.2025 - 11.2025
Head Soccer Coach
Liverpool FC Intenational Academy Michigan
03.2025 - 06.2025
Assistant Youth Soccer Coach
Liverpool FC International Academy Michigan
10.2024 - 12.2024
Warehouse Worker
Industrial Steam Cleaning/Hood Filter Solutions
07.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cranbrook Kingswood High School
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Concordia University
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education
Oakland Community College