Izaan Cross
Winder,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable and experienced coach with a background in coaching and player development, focusing on defensive strategies. Successfully mentored athletes to enhance their performance and adaptability on field. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills, consistently fostering cohesive and resilient defensive unit.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Co Founder & Director of Camp Operations
TruEdge Sports
Atlanta, GA
01.2023 - Current
- Served as main point of contact for all campers and parents
- Communicated directly with the hosting athlete regarding event logistics and itinerary clarity
Head Trainer
Sack City Beast
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - Current
- Position specific Pass Rush Training & Tackling training for High School, college, and Pro Athletes
- Established individual goals and monitored player performance to support achievement.
- Constructed detailed practice schedules that balanced skill development drills with tactical instruction sessions for optimal growth opportunities.
- Increased player skills development by focusing on individual strengths and weaknesses through targeted drills.
Director of Camp Operations
Flexwork Sports Management
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Served as main point of contact for all campers and parents
- Communicated directly with the hosting athlete regarding event logistics and itinerary clarity
Head Football Coach, Strength & Conditioning Coordinator
Georgia Knights Prep Academy
Snellville, GA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Achieved consistent success on the field by emphasizing fundamentals, situational awareness, and adaptive game plans.
- Promoted a positive image of the football program within the community with regular outreach events and initiatives.
- Elevated overall athletic performance with comprehensive strength, conditioning, nutrition, and mental training programs.
- Established clear expectations for student-athlete behavior both on-and off-field to maintain a high standard of conduct within the program.
- Developed a winning culture through fostering teamwork, communication, and discipline among players.
- Mentored players in their academic pursuits to ensure eligibility requirements were met while promoting personal growth beyond athletics.
- Managed administrative tasks, such as scheduling, budgeting, and roster management to ensure smooth operations for the football program.
- Coordinated effectively with support staff such as athletic trainers, equipment managers, academic advisors, ensuring seamless operation of the football program.
- Emphasized character development in athletes through teaching responsibility, accountability, hard work, respect for others, leadership skills that extend beyond the field of play.
- Enhanced athlete performance by designing and implementing customized strength and conditioning programs.
- Managed administrative tasks such as maintaining accurate athlete records, tracking progress over time, updating workout templates as needed.
- Helped athletes set, pursue and attain individual and team goals.
Defensive Line Coach
Lakeview Academy
Gainesville, GA
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed scouting reports for upcoming opponents, analyzing their offensive tendencies and recommending appropriate defensive adjustments.
- Enhanced player development through personalized coaching sessions, focusing on individual strengths and weaknesses.
Defensive Line Coach, Recruiting Coordinator, Run Game Coordinator
North Atlanta High School
Atlanta, GA
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Developed scouting reports for upcoming opponents, analyzing their offensive tendencies and recommending appropriate defensive adjustments.
- Enhanced player development through personalized coaching sessions, focusing on individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Improved team defensive performance by implementing new strategies and techniques during practice sessions.
- Promoted a culture of accountability among players by emphasizing discipline both on and off the field.
Defensive Lineman
Buffalo Bills
Buffalo, NY
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Signed as an undrafted free agent (2013)
- Actively prepare teammates and myself for upcoming games via repetition, communication, and engagement.
- Achieved lifelong aspiration through proven work ethic, dedication and visualization.
Education
Bachelors of Science - History, Technology, Society
Georgia Tech
Atlanta, GA01.2018
Skills
- Communication
- Time Management
- Motivational
- Possess strong Leadership qualities
- Consistent
- Contagious positive energy
Playing Career
- High School
- Ranked #18 SDE in the country (Rivals.com)
- Ranked #30 player in GA (Rivals.com)
- 1st team All county (2007,2008)
- 1st team All region (2007,2008)
- 1st team All State (2008)
- 3A Defensive Player of The Year (2008)
- Region Defensive Player of The Year (2008)
- County Defensive Player of The Year (2008)
- Selected to play in the North South GACA all star game
Timeline
Co Founder & Director of Camp Operations
TruEdge Sports
01.2023 - Current
Defensive Line Coach
Lakeview Academy
05.2020 - 01.2021
Director of Camp Operations
Flexwork Sports Management
01.2020 - 01.2023
Head Football Coach, Strength & Conditioning Coordinator
Georgia Knights Prep Academy
01.2020 - 01.2022
Head Trainer
Sack City Beast
01.2018 - Current
Defensive Line Coach, Recruiting Coordinator, Run Game Coordinator
North Atlanta High School
01.2014 - 01.2018
Defensive Lineman
Buffalo Bills
01.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelors of Science - History, Technology, Society
Georgia Tech