JAMES FORD
Canal Winchester,Ohio
Summary
Passionate candidate experienced in developing successful strategies, planning practices, and inspiring teams to reach their goals. Strong track record of cultivating relationships with players, parents, and staff. Skilled in motivating athletes and fostering a winning culture.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach Millersport Varsity Girls BBall
Millersport High School
Millersport, Ohio
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Collaborated with head coach to develop training programs that enhanced student-athlete performance.
- Coordinated practice schedules and facilitated drills to maximize athlete engagement and skill acquisition.
- Provided individual guidance to athletes on skill development and technique.
- Organized and managed basketball camps for young girls, emphasizing skill development and fostering teamwork.
8th/7th Grade Middle School Girls Basketball Coach
Millersport Middle School
Millersport, Ohio
10.2024 - 02.2026
- Coached 8th and 7th grade girls basketball teams, while also working as the Varsity Assistant Coach.
- Led both 8th and 7th grade girls to each of their Championship Tournaments.
- Received Division Varsity Assistant Coach Of The Year.
- Designed practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Organized game strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Conducted individual player assessments to identify strengths and weaknesses.
Head Coach
SMAC
New Albany, Ohio
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed practice plans to maximize individual strengths, exhibiting excellent time management capabilities.
- Implemented various offensive and defensive tactics tailored towards specific opponents' styles of play.
- Evaluated and assessed players to identify areas of improvement.
- Studied skills and abilities of players to maximize performance.
- Maintained accurate records of game results and statistics, showcasing superior attention to detail.
- Managed budgets efficiently by making cost-effective decisions when purchasing equipment.
Junior Varsity Head Coach
Bloom Carroll High School
Bloom Carroll, Ohio
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Evaluated players' performances during games and practices to identify areas of improvement or strengths that could be capitalized upon.
- Provided constructive feedback to individual players in order to help them reach their full potential as athletes.
- Facilitated communication among coaches, administrators, parents, players, and referees to ensure collaboration and support throughout the season.
- Developed and implemented team-building exercises to achieve a cohesive and successful environment for the junior varsity squad.
- Analyzed game film using specialized software programs in order to identify weaknesses or areas of opportunity within opposing teams' play styles.
- Delivered constructive feedback to players, fostering individual growth and enhancing athletic development.
- Encouraged players through positive reinforcement while establishing a disciplined environment during practices and games.
- Served as mentor for players, providing guidance on academic progress, social issues and sportsmanship.
- Worked closely with athletic trainers regarding injury prevention protocols as well as rehabilitation programs for injured players.
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Ohio Knights
Pickerington, Ohio
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Developed comprehensive drills that enhanced ball handling, shooting, passing, and defensive techniques.
- Motivated and trained players to reach their full potential through positive reinforcement and specific drills.
- Put together different drills to improve ball handling, shooting, passing, and defensive techniques.
- Motivated and trained players to maximize potential through positive reinforcement and targeted skill-specific drills.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among the team, on and off the court.
- Identified potential opportunities for team members to participate in national competitions or showcases.
- Established a supportive atmosphere that encouraged collaboration and respect among players, coaches, and parents. for players, coaches, and parents to foster an atmosphere of respect.
- Assisted with scheduling transportation for away games or tournaments.
- Mentored players on nutrition habits that directly contributed to improved on-court performance.
Education
Graphic Design - Computer Engineering
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH 03.1999 - 03.2002
Received Diploma
Bexley High School
Bexley, Ohio 09.1995 - 06.1998
Skills
- Coaching and Training
- Game Strategy Development
- Player Assessments
- Team Analysis
- Performance Improvement
- Sports Rules
- Team Bonding
- Team Motivation
- Motivational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Sportsmanship Promotion
Certification
- People Activity Permit
- CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Assistant Coach Millersport Varsity Girls BBall
Millersport High School
06.2025 - 02.2026
8th/7th Grade Middle School Girls Basketball Coach
Millersport Middle School
10.2024 - 02.2026
Head Coach
SMAC
03.2023 - 06.2023
Junior Varsity Head Coach
Bloom Carroll High School
10.2022 - 03.2023
Head Boys Basketball Coach
Ohio Knights
03.2017 - 06.2017
Graphic Design - Computer Engineering
Central State University
03.1999 - 03.2002
Received Diploma
Bexley High School
09.1995 - 06.1998