Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Interests
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James Wang

Oxford,Ohio

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Coach with a strong focus on tactical communication, player development, and team cohesion. Proven ability to enhance performance through strategic planning and effective training programs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Coach

Shanghai Mitsubishi Flying Lion FC
01.2026 - Current

Assist the Head Coach in designing and delivering weekly training sessions, emphasizing team structure, positional responsibilities, and game model implementation.

Contribute to comprehensive match preparation, including opposition scouting, tactical briefings, and real-time in-game adjustments.

Lead video and performance analysis processes, delivering structured post-match evaluations of team and individual performance.

Work closely with players to enhance technical execution, decision-making speed, and tactical awareness.

Monitor and manage training intensity and player workload to sustain optimal performance levels throughout the season.

Facilitate effective communication and coordination between coaching staff, players, and club management to ensure organizational alignment.

Founder

Shanghai Sounders FC
02.2020 - Current
Team Manager & Athletic Director

Shanghai Sounders Football Club (Est. 2020)

Lead the overall organizational structure and daily operations of a semi-competitive football club with a growing international presence (1,000+ Instagram followers).

Oversee training coordination and match organization, ensuring alignment between coaching staff, players, and administrative functions.

Direct player recruitment and negotiations, managing roster planning while maintaining club culture and competitive standards.

Supervise social media strategy and brand development in collaboration with the media team to strengthen the club’s public image.

Coordinate across coaching, media, legal, and administrative departments to ensure operational efficiency and strategic alignment.

Assistant Coach

Canton United FC
06.2025 - 08.2025
Assistant Coach | Canton United
  • Support the Head Coach in planning and delivering daily training sessions and pre-match preparations.
  • Conduct tactical analysis of team performance, individual players, and opposing teams to optimize competitive strategy.
  • Serve as liaison and translator for international players, facilitating on-field communication and assisting with daily life integration.
  • Apply sports media knowledge to help strengthen the club’s public image and communication strategy.
  • Utilize sports psychology principles to foster positive relationships within the squad and enhance team cohesion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sport Leadership And Management

Miami University
Oxford, Ohio, OH
12-2026

Skills

    Leadership & Organizational Profile

    Demonstrated cross-functional leadership across professional and semi-professional football environments, integrating coaching, communication, and strategic operations

    At Canton United, facilitated tactical communication between the coaching staff and international players, ensuring clarity of game models and in-match adjustments within a multilingual squad

    At Mitsubishi Heavy Industries FC, served not only as Assistant Coach but also led marketing and external communications initiatives, aligning competitive performance with brand visibility and public engagement

    As Team Manager and Athletic Director of Shanghai Sounders FC, designed and implemented the club’s organizational framework, coordinating coaching, media, legal, and administrative functions to ensure operational alignment and sustainable growth

    Strong ability to bridge technical football knowledge with organizational management, fostering collaboration across departments while maintaining competitive standards and team culture

Accomplishments

Qualified to quarter final as the assistant coach with Canton United in the 2025 Foshan Xijia League season, supporting tactical preparation and cross-cultural communication within the squad.

Certification

Certifications
  • Chinese Football Association (CFA) Level 3 Referee Certification
  • CFA Coaching License — In Progress
Education
  • MSc Sport Management — Conditional Offer
    Loughborough University (UK), 2027 Intake

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Shanghainese
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Interests
    Global sport culture and multi-sport analysis (football, basketball, baseball); Classical piano performance (advanced amateur level)

Timeline

Assistant Coach

Shanghai Mitsubishi Flying Lion FC
01.2026 - Current

Assistant Coach

Canton United FC
06.2025 - 08.2025

Founder

Shanghai Sounders FC
02.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Sport Leadership And Management

Miami University
James Wang