HESKIN SMITH
Educator/Coach
Montgomery,AL
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2027
2027
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Offensive Coordinator
Valiant Cross Academy
06.2024 - Current
- Developed weekly installs for new play designs and trick plays
- Analyzed defensive coverages by formations to attack within the pass-and-run game
- Lead a group of players to become more knowledgeable WRs/QBs by becoming dominant in the pass game
- Reconstructed the offensive system into a multi-personal spread offense
- Planned, designed and incorporated offensive strategy
- Provided leadership to the offensive staff
- During the 2024 season, the improved offense accumulated close to 3,000 total receiving yards and 1,000 rushing yards
- Helped develop standout sophomore wide receiver Deshawn Hall with 67 receptions, 1,100 receiving yards, and 14 touchdowns
- Drastically improved the game point average from 7.3 to 22.3 per game
- Led the team to the AISA state playoffs since 2021
Cornerbacks Coach
Pike Road High School
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented defensive strategies for upcoming opponents
- Analyzed game footage to identify strengths and weaknesses of opponents
- Conducted position meetings to review plays and discuss strategy
- Organized and led practice drills to improve defensive skills of players
Defensive Graduate Assistant
Jackson State University
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted defensive coordinator in game-planning and scouting opponents
- Coordinated film breakdowns of opponents for the defensive staff
- Developed practice plans for position groups as assigned by the Defensive Coordinator
- Instructed players on proper technique and fundamentals related to their respective positions
- Attended weekly staff meetings with other coaches and support personnel
Football Intern
Troy University
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Identified individual player Defensive tendencies and opponent Offensive tendencies by reviewing and analyzing gameplay footage
- Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies
- Observed key players and reported back to support recruitment
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Education Adminstration
Kent State University
Kent, OHWomen & Gender Studies
The University of Virginia
Charlotesville, VA 05.2017 - 05.2021
Skills
XOS
Hudl
Excel
DVSport 360
Player Development
Organization
Player Evaluation
QwikU
Game analysis
Eligibility requirements
Vendor relations
Schedule oversight
Team communication
Coaching
Recruiting assistance
Film analysis
In-game adjustments
Timeline
Offensive Coordinator
Valiant Cross Academy
06.2024 - Current
Cornerbacks Coach
Pike Road High School
06.2023 - 05.2024
Defensive Graduate Assistant
Jackson State University
02.2023 - 05.2023
Football Intern
Troy University
12.2022 - 02.2023
Women & Gender Studies
The University of Virginia
05.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelors of Arts - Education Adminstration
Kent State University