Law Enforcement, Lacrosse and Football
James Downes
Yorktown Heights
Summary
Dynamic volunteer with a proven track record at Yorktown Athletic Club, excelling in community outreach and effective leadership. Highly organized in coordinating events and mentoring new volunteers, while utilizing analytical problem-solving to enhance player performance. Committed to fostering teamwork and engagement, ensuring successful program execution and participant satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Able Lacrosse
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinated practice schedules and logistics for team activities, ensuring smooth operations.
- Assisted in the development of training programs for youth players, enhancing skills and teamwork.
- Supported event planning and execution for local tournaments, fostering community engagement.
- Conducted equipment maintenance checks to ensure safety and functionality during practices and games.
Volunteer
Yorktown Athletic Club
03.2017 - Current
- Mentored new volunteers on best practices for coaching techniques and participant interaction.
- Organized fundraising initiatives to secure resources for team development and player scholarships.
- Collaborated with coaches to implement strategic game plans tailored to player strengths.
- Evaluated player performance metrics, providing feedback to enhance individual growth and team success.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yorktown High School
Yorktown Heights06-2026
Skills
- Optimistic mindset
- Collaborative teamwork
- Highly organized
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective leadership skills
- Community outreach
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Flexibility in changing environments
Interests
Timeline
Volunteer
Able Lacrosse
03.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Yorktown Athletic Club
03.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Yorktown High School