JAYLON KNIGHTEN
Austin,Texas
Summary
Results-driven coach focused on enhancing player performance through tailored strategies and in-game decision-making. Experience in collaborating with coaching staff to adapt game plans based on opponent analysis, while mentoring athletes in high-pressure scenarios. Prioritizes both skill mastery and academic success, ensuring holistic development for all team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Varsity Assistant Coach Defensive Line
Del Valle High School
Del Valle, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Make in-game decisions regarding substitutions, player positioning, and play calling
- Assisted in planning and executing daily practice sessions for student-athletes.
- Analyze defensive line techniques, stunts, and blitzes to prepare the offensive line for specific opponents.
- Collaborated with coaching staff, including head coach and offensive coordinator, to align defensive strategies with overall team objectives and enhance offensive line execution.
- Developed defensive line strategies and techniques for enhanced player performance.
- Analyzed opponent formations to adjust defensive game plans effectively.
- Mentored players in defensive concepts and positioning strategies, fostering their understanding and improving on-field decision-making.
- Evaluated player performance during games and practices to identify areas of improvement.
CO -OL/TE COACH- JV RUN GAME COORDINATOR
North American University
Stafford, Texas
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Adjusted run plays based on in-game situations, defensive schemes, and player strengths, enhancing team adaptability during JV games.
- Teach the offensive line proper techniques for run blocking (e.g., leverage, zone blocking, pulling, etc.).
- Communicate and work closely with the offensive coordinator, quarterbacks coach, and wide receivers coach to ensure cohesion between the run and pass games
- Work with players on making quick decisions in high-pressure situations, ensuring they stay in sync during game scenarios.
- Breakdown of HudI film and Scouting for the next game and also breakdown of the previous game as well
- Assisted in recruitment of offensive linemen, tight ends, and other offensive players by attending high school games, reviewing scouting reports, and evaluating potential recruits to build a competitive roster.
- Supervised weight room lifts alongside the strength and conditioning coach.
- Monitored student-athletes' academic eligibility, ensuring players averaged at least a B in each course
STUDENT VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT OL COACH
Del Valle High School
Del Valle, Texas
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted the offensive line coach during games, maintaining player focus and readiness.
- Provided positive reinforcement and tactical tips during timeouts and between plays to enhance player focus.
- Help run position-specific drills for offensive linemen, such as footwork drills, hand placement, pass protection, and run blocking.
- Assisted coaching staff in analyzing game film to evaluate offensive line performance and identify improvement areas.
- Shadowed experienced coaches to learn effective teaching methods, feedback techniques, and adjustment strategies.
- Attend coaches' meetings to learn more about the strategy, philosophy, and planning behind each practice and game.
Education
Bachelor of SCIENCE (B.S.) - EDUCATION, CONTRACTION IN ENGLISH
North American University
Stafford, Texas05-2024
Skills
- Defensive tactics
- Game Strategy
- Sport-Specific Knowledge
- Athlete safety
- Player development
- Team leadership
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Academic mentorship
Certification
- Advanced Tackling & Contact Certification, Activate, 2024
- First Aid/CPR Certification, Red Cross, 2024
Accomplishments
- Three year starter Offensive Line/ two year captain
- Worked many combine camps and overnight camps for Nike and US Army
- Dean list Junior Year and Senior Year
Timeline
Varsity Assistant Coach Defensive Line
Del Valle High School
08.2024 - Current
CO -OL/TE COACH- JV RUN GAME COORDINATOR
North American University
01.2023 - 05.2024
STUDENT VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT OL COACH
Del Valle High School
06.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of SCIENCE (B.S.) - EDUCATION, CONTRACTION IN ENGLISH
North American University