Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Community Engagement
Playing Career
Timeline
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Jake Schulz

Prescott,AZ

Summary

Dynamic and driven coach with a track record in player development and fostering team growth. Motivated leader with excellent organizational and prioritization skills. Expertise includes coaching hitters, infield play, base running, player evaluation, recruiting, decision-making, and sound judgment, complemented by strong communication and active listening abilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infield/Assistant Hitting Coach (Northwoods League)

Wausau Woodchucks
10.2024 - Current
  • Assist in player recruitment and talent evaluation for the Northwoods League team
  • Coach first base during games, optimizing base-running efficiency
  • Lead early work sessions, focusing on infield drills, defensive positioning, and skill development
  • Throw consistent batting practice to help players refine their hitting mechanics
  • Collaborate with coaching staff to develop training programs and optimize player development

Volunteer Assistant Coach

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
07.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced player development through video analysis and targeted drills for hitting, infield, and catching
  • Served as first base coach, executing strategic decisions to maximize team production
  • Utilized analytics (Trackman, Rapsodo, video) for in-depth player evaluations
  • Threw batting practice and hit consistent fungos to improve player skills
  • Maintained field conditions, including care of infield dirt and grass

Private Coach (Infield, Outfield, Hitting, Strength & Mobility)

05.2019 - Current
  • Designed and implemented customized training programs for high school athletes
  • Provided coaching and feedback to improve skill development and performance
  • Created a motivating environment that encourages continuous growth and achievement

Travel Baseball Coach

Process Driven Baseball Academy
05.2017 - 08.2024
  • Developed and implemented player development programs focused on hitting, pitching, catching, and fielding
  • Provided motivational support and strategic insights to improve team performance and individual growth
  • Conducted post-game analysis to identify strengths and areas for improvement

Education

Sports Business

Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA
05.2024

B.S. - Sport Management

Utah Tech University
St. George, UT
05.2022

Skills

  • Throw Quality BP
  • Hit Fungo
  • Player Development
  • Advanced Baseball Analytics
  • Leadership & Coaching
  • Practice Planning
  • Communication
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • Rapsodo Pitching Certification
  • Brian Cain Mini Mastery of Mental Performance

Community Engagement

CUI Baseball Athlete Bible Study, Founded and led a Bible study group for athletes, fostering personal growth and community engagement.

Playing Career

  • Concordia University Irvine & Utah Tech University Baseball, Competed at both Division 1 (Utah Tech) and Division 2 (Concordia) levels, demonstrating resilience and commitment to the sport.

Timeline

Infield/Assistant Hitting Coach (Northwoods League)

Wausau Woodchucks
10.2024 - Current

Volunteer Assistant Coach

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
07.2024 - Current

Private Coach (Infield, Outfield, Hitting, Strength & Mobility)

05.2019 - Current

Travel Baseball Coach

Process Driven Baseball Academy
05.2017 - 08.2024

B.S. - Sport Management

Utah Tech University

Sports Business

Concordia University Irvine
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