JASON DINWIDDIE
Asheville
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished head coach of 18 years, with experience leading high school programs to success. Recognized for exceptional ability in culture building, relationship management, and tactical strategy. Proven track record of rebuilding underperforming teams, fostering a positive, competitive environment, and consistently guiding teams to playoff appearances. A two-time Coach of the Year honoree, committed to creating tough, competitive programs, and developing athletes’ skills both on and off the field.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Football Coach / Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
TC Roberson High School
Asheville
02.2016 - Current
Company Overview: (enrollment: 1500 students)
- Facilitated a total re-build of the football program and established a competitive identity and championship level culture.
- Deployed a vigorous strength and speed program to accelerate the physical, mental, and emotional growth of all players.
- Guided the program to six play-off berths, a 3A regional playoff semi-final, and 3 conference championship games.
- Led TC Roberson to its’ first 4A playoff victory in school history in 2023.
Head Football Coach / Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
North Henderson High School
Hendersonville
06.2012 - 02.2016
- Company Overview: (enrollment: 1100 students)
- Developed and implemented a culture-focused program and led North Henderson to a County Championship for the first time in school history in year two.
- Broke the school record for wins in year four, leading to a playoff berth.
- Voted the WNCAC Conference Coach of the Year in 2015
Head Football Coach
Wakefield High School
Raleigh
04.2008 - 06.2012
- Company Overview: (enrollment: 2850 students)
- Led the football program to 32 wins and a Cap 8 4A Conference Championship.
- Took a .500 program and built it into a perennial conference and state contender.
- Qualified for the playoffs all 4 years.
- Guided over 25 players to the collegiate level in football.
- Voted the Cap 8 4A Conference Coach of the Year in 2010.
Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
Wakefield High School
Raleigh
06.2001 - 06.2012
- Utilized and executed a hybrid variation of the Bigger Faster Stronger (BFS) weight training and conditioning program.
- Instituted a specialized running program, designed to focus on technique for increased speed, athleticism, and explosiveness.
Defensive Coordinator
Wakefield High School
Raleigh
05.2003 - 03.2008
- Defense allowed an average of 13.1 points per game over a 5-year period.
- Helped guide the program to a 14-1 record and state semi-final in 2005.
- Coached the offensive line, linebackers and secondary.
Varsity Assistant Football Coach
Wakefield High School
Raleigh
04.2001 - 05.2003
- Head Junior Varsity Coach.
- Coached the offensive line and defensive ends (Varsity / JV).
United States Naval Reserves
United States Navy
Huntington
08.1994 - 05.2002
- Company Overview: (Huntington, WV)
- A member of the Navy Seabees Construction Battalion.
- Developed and worked on local projects contracted through the Naval Reserve Center.
- Learned valuable leadership and organizational skills.
- Formulated and organized monthly training plans.
- (Huntington, WV)
Varsity Assistant Football Coach
Fairland High School
Proctorville
05.1997 - 11.2000
- Head Junior Varsity Coach, 8/1998- 11/2000.
- Coached all offensive and defensive line positions (Varsity / JV).
Education
B.A. - Physical Education, Exercise Physiology
Marshall University
Huntington, WVSkills
- Program development and performance analysis
- Strength training and conditioning
- Coaching strategies and leadership
- Tactical planning
- Organizational management
- Time management
- Youth engagement strategies
- Motivational techniques
- Public speaking skills
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
Recognition
- 2015 WNCAC Coach of the Year
- 2010 Cap 8 4A Coach of the Year
- Member of the 2011 U.S. Army All-American Bowl Coaches’ Academy
- Two-time recipient of a Navy Achievement Medal
- Two-time finalist for Teacher of the Year
Professional References
- Nathan Turner, Forsyth County Schools, Ga Athletic Director, (770) 680-6474
- Nathan Allison, Principal, TC Roberson High School, (828) 552-2106
- Beverly Benfield, former Assistant Principal, TC Roberson High School, (706) 949-1611
- Jason Joyce, former Athletic Director, North Henderson High School, (828) 606-5043
- Frank Edney, former Principal, North Henderson High School, (828) 674-3373
Timeline
Head Football Coach / Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
TC Roberson High School
02.2016 - Current
Head Football Coach / Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
North Henderson High School
06.2012 - 02.2016
Head Football Coach
Wakefield High School
04.2008 - 06.2012
Defensive Coordinator
Wakefield High School
05.2003 - 03.2008
Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
Wakefield High School
06.2001 - 06.2012
Varsity Assistant Football Coach
Wakefield High School
04.2001 - 05.2003
Varsity Assistant Football Coach
Fairland High School
05.1997 - 11.2000
United States Naval Reserves
United States Navy
08.1994 - 05.2002
B.A. - Physical Education, Exercise Physiology
Marshall University
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