Grant Gardner
Lebanon
Summary
Passionate and dedicated basketball coach with a deep understanding of the game, local talent, and competitive landscape. Known for high basketball IQ, strong communication skills, and a commitment to player development on and off the court. Driven to build a disciplined, winning program that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and life-long “winning habits” in every athlete.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lebanon Boys Basketball Coach
Lebanon City Schools
04.2024 - Current
- Acted as head freshmen coach and assisted with both the junior varsity and varsity teams simultaneously.
- Facilitated effective communication among players, coaches, and parents to foster a supportive environment.
- Organized and led skill training sessions, open gyms, and lifting sessions with players from all levels of the program. Also organized and planned team outings and events such as team meals, community events, and team bonding.
- Scouted opposing teams to identify weaknesses and develop counter-strategies for upcoming games and conducted regular video analysis sessions with the team to review game footage and refine tactics accordingly.
- Increased team win rate by focusing on player development and refining game strategies. (Provided skill sessions to players of all levels and helped generate game strategies with varsity staff daily).
Basketball Skills Trainer
USA Basketball
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Through Athletes in Action, I helped facilitate high level high school group training sessions focused on skill development, conditioning, and basketball IQ.
- Provided performance feedback and mentorship to help athletes improve both on and off the court. Conducted regular follow-ups with clients, ensuring their continued success beyond initial coaching engagements.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to assess player development and adjust training strategies accordingly. This consisted of drills, scrimmages, and conditioning exercises to simulate game scenarios.
Franklin Boys Basketball Coach
Franklin City Schools
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Spent 2 years coaching at Franklin as the freshmen head coach. Assisted with the junior varsity and varsity teams.
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills/team performance and promoted sportsmanship and teamwork among players, fostering a positive team dynamic.
- Established strong relationships with players and parents, addressing concerns and providing ongoing support. Assisted student-athletes with academic goals by providing resources and guidance on balancing sports commitments with schoolwork.
Basketball Camp Counselor
Luke Kennard Camp
07.2024 - Current
- Mentored young athletes in sportsmanship and game strategies during camp activities and collaborated with fellow counselors to create a positive atmosphere for campers.
- Organized daily basketball drills to enhance players' skills and teamwork. Developed and implemented engaging training sessions tailored to participants' skill levels.
- Evaluated camper performance, providing constructive feedback to foster improvement and confidence.
- Coached a team to win the 2024 team championship, going undefeated throughout the duration of the camp.
Basketball Camp Instructor
Lebanon Basketball
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with head varsity coach and fellow instructors to create a positive and inclusive camp environment. Directed the camp for campers 5-6 in the first session and for campers k-2 the section session (In charge of roughly 70 players including both sessions)
- Developed engaging basketball drills to enhance participants' skills and teamwork. Organized daily practice schedules to optimize participant learning and development.
- Led group discussions on sportsmanship, teamwork, and the importance of physical fitness.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Technology And Instructional Design
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2025
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH04-2023
Associate of Science - Education
University of Cincinnati
Blue Ash04-2021
Skills
- Game Planning and Scouting (Utilizing video analysis)
- Advanced Player Development and Basketball IQ
- Athlete mentorship and College Preparation support
- Strong Communication and Team Culture
Timeline
Basketball Skills Trainer
USA Basketball
10.2024 - 12.2024
Basketball Camp Counselor
Luke Kennard Camp
07.2024 - Current
Basketball Camp Instructor
Lebanon Basketball
06.2024 - 06.2025
Lebanon Boys Basketball Coach
Lebanon City Schools
04.2024 - Current
Franklin Boys Basketball Coach
Franklin City Schools
11.2022 - 03.2024
Master of Education - Educational Technology And Instructional Design
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Cincinnati
Associate of Science - Education
University of Cincinnati
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