Jermaine Thomas
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Seasoned Head Defensive Line Coach at Western High School, adept in sports psychology and player evaluation, significantly enhancing team performance and sportsmanship. Leveraged hand combat techniques and motivational strategies, achieving notable game wins. Excelled in fostering academic and athletic balance, demonstrating exceptional verbal communication and feedback delivery skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Defensive Line Coach/ Run Game Coordinator
Western High School
Davie, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Organized team practices to maximize efficiency while maintaining a safe environment.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Collaborated closely with the Defensive Coordinator in developing defensive strategies specific to each opponent's weaknesses.
- Initiated physical conditioning programs to help athletes improve performance and win games.
- Served as an advisor assisting players who have questions about college applications or scholarships.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
Defensive Line Coach
Dillard High School
Sunrise, FL
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Participated in community events such as football camps or clinics aimed at promoting the program's values.
- Monitored player behavior both inside and outside of practice sessions ensuring they are adhering to team rules.
- Provided guidance to players on how best to balance schoolwork with athletics commitments.
- Maintained records of all defensive statistics from every game played throughout season.
- Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
Defensive Line Coach
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS
08.2008 - 05.2010
- Created scouting reports on upcoming opponents' offensive schemes and personnel.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Drafted practice plans for each day of practice that included drills to help build skill sets needed for successful execution of plays.
- Recruited potential athletes by sending recruitment letters, meeting with recruits and arranging and offering incentives.
- Evaluated player performance during games and practices to identify areas of improvement.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
JV Defensive Line Coach/Offensive Line Coach
Northeast High School
Oakland Park, FL
06.2002 - 01.2004
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Selected optimal plays and maneuvers, leveraging individual and collective team strengths to build strategy.
- Motivated players through positive reinforcement while maintaining high standards of discipline.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS05-2009
Skills
- Sports psychology
- Hand combat techniques
- Injury prevention
- Block shedding
- Leverage principles
- Play recognition
- Conditioning programs
- Pursuit angles
- Player evaluation
- Verbal communication
- Feedback delivery
- Pass rush strategies
- Technique development
- Footwork drills
- Film analysis
- Motivational techniques
- Academic support
- Run defense tactics
Custom
In my two years of college coaching and four years of high school coaching, I have developed a strong resume. Defensive units and defensive line have consistently ranked in the top 5 within their respective district, conference, state, and even nationally. I have had the privilege of coaching or training two All-Americans (one in college and one in high school), as well as one 5-star, five 4-star, and four 3-star players. Additionally, I have worked with numerous D1, D2, D3, NAIA defensive linemen, offensive linemen, and linebackers. My record as an assistant coach stands at 54-17, with all five years, including playoff appearances at both the high school and college levels.
Accomplishments
Coached or trained two All-Americans (one in college and one in high school), as well as one 5-star, five 4-star, and four 3-star and two 2-star players now.
· 2024 Top defense in Broward County 115 TFLs, 37 sacks, allowed less than 75 rushing per game.
· 2023 Top defense in Broward County Defense allowed 67 yards rushing per game, 136 TFLs, 3 sacks per game
· 2022 Top defense in Broward County, FL/ Defensive Line tallied 56 sacks and 48 TFLs
· As an assistant, helped coach Ottawa University to undefeated conference season 10-0, 11-1 overall advanced to second round in NAIA playoffs #1 in KCAC, #5 in the NAIA 2009
· Ottawa University #1 ranked sack defense, led NAIA with 42 (2009)
· Coached two 1st Team ALL Conference DE’s, 1 Honorable Unmentioned, and 1 1st All-American (2009)
· Assistant high school JV football coach first winning season since 1998 (2003)
Timeline
Head Defensive Line Coach/ Run Game Coordinator
Western High School
01.2023 - Current
Defensive Line Coach
Dillard High School
01.2022 - 01.2024
Defensive Line Coach
Ottawa University
08.2008 - 05.2010
JV Defensive Line Coach/Offensive Line Coach
Northeast High School
06.2002 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Ottawa University