Jacob Balsley
Knoxville,TN
Summary
I am a senior Sport Management Major at the University of Tennessee in the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences and slated to graduate in December, 2024, after satisfying a Fall 2024 internship. Ideally, my desire is to pursue a career in the baseball industry. Currently, I am serving as the Head JV Baseball Coach and assistant Varsity Coach at Hardin Valley Academy in Knoxville, TN. I have a passion for sports and to help others. I aim to make an impact in the sports management field and am equipped in Leading, Managing, Organizing, Communicating, Teamwork, Problem Solving. I am eager to contribute to organizations needing an intern and future professional scout as I further embark and advanced on this career path.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
JV Head Baseball/ Assistant Varsity Coach
Hardin Valley Academy
08.2023 - Current
· Offer constructive feedback to players to help them reach goals.
· Develop relationships with players and coaches to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
· Train athletes in proper mechanics for maximum results.
· Teach understanding of game situations, strategies, and overall baseball IQ.
· Facilitate team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration, and productivity.
· Promote proper stretching, warm-ups, and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Baseball Instructor/ Coach
The Gas Station Baseball
09.2023 - Current
· Build trustful relationships with clients and their families to encourage returns.
· Help individual players reach their personal goals by teaching techniques and providing plans.
Education
No Degree - Sport Management
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN12.2024
No Degree - Sport Management
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KYNo Degree - Sport Management
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GANo Degree - Business Administration
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Detail Oriented
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
References
- Derrick Tucker
Arizona Diamondbacks
Cell: (706) 429-3971
Email: dtucker@dbacks.com
- David Dillon
Hardin Valley Academy
Cell: (865) 801-5308
Email: ddillon2391@gmail.com
- Tyson Ross
Dodgers Special Assistant/ Former Major League Pitcher
Cell: (510) 409-2642
Email: tysonr@ladodgers.com
Pertinent Involvement
Division 1 Baseball Player:
- San Diego State University
- Kennesaw State University
NAIA Baseball Player:
- Campbellsville University
Timeline
Baseball Instructor/ Coach
The Gas Station Baseball
09.2023 - Current
JV Head Baseball/ Assistant Varsity Coach
Hardin Valley Academy
08.2023 - Current
No Degree - Sport Management
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
No Degree - Sport Management
Campbellsville University
No Degree - Sport Management
Kennesaw State University
No Degree - Business Administration
San Diego State University
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