James Ellisor
Glendale,AZ
Summary
I am a highly dedicated individual who possesses a positive attitude to help others in any capacity. Also I am a hard worker with very strong leadership skills and flourish in collaborative environments. My past experiences from team oriented opportunities in various countries has allowed me to develop strong organizational skills while becoming highly adaptable. Currently I am seeking employment that allows me to learn more about the business and management of sports as well as acquiring financial literacy. My desire is to enhance any job position I may be designated to and leave the business in a better position than it was before
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Basketball Referee
American Sports Centers Avondale
Avondale, AZ
11.2025 - Current
- Officiated games, ensuring fair play and adherence to rules.
- Managed game flow, maintaining a positive environment for players and spectators.
- Collaborated with coaches and players to resolve on-field disputes effectively.
- Well respected among players and coaches
Assistant Volunteer Varsity Basketball Coach
Maricopa Institue of Technology (MIT)
Phoenix, AZ
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Facilitated preparation of student athletes for competitive games.
- Delivered instruction on basketball fundamentals and skill requirements to promote player growth.
- Facilitated structuring and organization of practice sessions to optimize game preparation.
Professional Basketball Player
Fuerza Regia
Monterrey, Mexico
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
Professional basketball player
Stjarnan "Star"
Gardabaer, Iceland
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- Exercise or practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches to develop skills, improve physical condition, or prepare for competitions.
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
Professional Basketball Player
Sport Lisboa Benfica
Lisbon, Portugal
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Exercise or practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches to develop skills, improve physical condition, or prepare for competitions.
- Helped the team win the national championship including the Portuguese Cup
- Qualified to compete in Basketball Champions League (Play against different teams in various countries in Europe)
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
Professional basketball player
Coviran Granada
Granada, Spain
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Helped the team win an outright national championship in the LEB Gold league (second tier division)
- The team got promoted to the top basketball league in Spain for the following 2022–2023 season (ACB league)
- Exercise or practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches to develop skills, improve physical condition, or prepare for competitions.
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
Professional Basketball Player
Sporting Club Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Led teams by serving as captain for two seasons
- Helped the team win a national championship along with winning two Portuguese Cups
- Qualified to compete in 2021 FIBA Europe Cup competitions
- Exercise or practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches to develop skills, improve physical condition, or prepare for competitions.
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
Professional Basketball Player
UD Oliveirense
Oliveira de Azemeis, Portugal
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- Helped the team win two national championships as well as two Portuguese Cups in two seasons
- 2019 Finals Most Valuable Player
Professional Basketball Player
UJAP Quimper
Quimper, France
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Participate in athletic events or competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations.
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
Gym Supervisor
Lutheran North High School (Academy)
Houston, Texas
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.
- Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet participant needs.
- Upkeep and maintain the facility to make sure it is clean and prepared
Professional Basketball Player
UD Oliveirense
Oliveira de Azemeis, Portugal
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
- Represented this club for two consecutive seasons
- Participate in athletic events or competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations.
Food caterer
Crew Staffing/Presbyterian School
Houston, Texas
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Perform some food preparation or service tasks such as clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary.
- Work in the kitchen and cafeteria of the school.
- Duties included serving lunch to the students, preparing food for events, catering food and organized rooms for events
Professional Basketball Player
Planet University
Ukhta, Russia
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Maintained peak physical condition by following rigorous fitness routines tailored to specific performance requirements
- Adapted quickly to new coaching systems or philosophies when required, ensuring seamless integration into updated gameplay approaches.
- Demonstrated versatility on the court, playing multiple positions effectively as needed for optimal team outcomes.
- Exhibited excellent teamwork and strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Sports Management
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MinnesotaSkills
- Effective organization skills
- Experienced in leadership
- Child engagement expertise
LANGUAGES
Portuguese Proficient
Spanish Basic
Timeline
Basketball Referee
American Sports Centers Avondale
11.2025 - Current
Assistant Volunteer Varsity Basketball Coach
Maricopa Institue of Technology (MIT)
11.2025 - 02.2026
Professional Basketball Player
Fuerza Regia
08.2024 - 09.2024
Professional basketball player
Stjarnan "Star"
10.2023 - 04.2024
Professional Basketball Player
Sport Lisboa Benfica
08.2022 - 06.2023
Professional basketball player
Coviran Granada
09.2021 - 05.2022
Professional Basketball Player
Sporting Club Portugal
08.2019 - 06.2021
Professional Basketball Player
UD Oliveirense
02.2018 - 06.2019
Professional Basketball Player
UJAP Quimper
08.2017 - 01.2018
Gym Supervisor
Lutheran North High School (Academy)
06.2016 - 08.2017
Professional Basketball Player
UD Oliveirense
09.2015 - 05.2017
Food caterer
Crew Staffing/Presbyterian School
10.2014 - 06.2015
Professional Basketball Player
Planet University
10.2012 - 06.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Sports Management
Bemidji State University