Johannes Gericke
Rugby Coach & Mental Performance Coach
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Former professional rugby player & hardworking rugby coach with exceptional analytical, leadership and problem-solving skills focused on optimizing individual & team performance. Good communication, planning and conflict transformation strengths. Attentive to individual strengths and abilities and successful at capitalizing on coaching opportunities to boost success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Mental Performance Coach
Self-employeed
01.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized performance improvement plans for clients, utilizing assessments to identify strengths and areas for growth.
- Conducted regular coaching sessions, employing evidence-based techniques to enhance client motivation and accountability.
- Facilitated group workshops focused on skill development, fostering collaboration and peer support among participants.
- Implemented tracking systems to monitor client progress and adjust coaching strategies based on feedback and performance data.
Men's 15's U23 Coach
USA Rugby
01.2025 - Current
- Responsible for the identification and development of USA Rugby pathway talent between the ages of 18-23 in support of USA Rugby U20s and the Anthem hybrid academy.
- Head coach for USA Rugby U20's.
- Fostering an efficient, high-performance atmosphere by closely collaborating with coaches, medical staff, performance team and other departments.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the team is fully prepared for participation in competition and daily training environment.
Men's 15's Pathways Forwards & Defense Coach
USA Rugby
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Responsible for providing expert coaching to USA Rugby Men's 15s pathway athletes in support of their progression toward the senior national team.
Academy Director
Rugby ATL
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Organize camps & coaches for city programs.
- Oversee the youth, high school, and senior academy programs that RugbyATL is part of.
- Complete & submit expense reports, and put products on Shopify.
- Travel all over the country for player scouting and networking.
- Develop local talent through coaching.
- Collaborate & communicate with coaches and program directors throughout the region.
Head Coach
Pathway 404
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Working with High School rugby coaches in the SE states & South Panthers to develop players in the region.
- Identifying players to represent Rugby ATL Academy.
Professional Athlete
Rugby ATL
01.2020 - 12.2021
Graduate Assistant (Rugby)
Life University
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Assistant coach for Life University's Varsity Rugby team (Forwards & Defense).
- Helping players develop certain skills.
Assistant Academic Coordinator
Life University
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisting student athletes with their academic planning on a daily basis.
Education
Mental Game Performance Coach
Peak Performance Sport
01-2025
MASTER OF SCIENCE - POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY
LIFE UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PSYCHOLOGY
LIFE UNIVERSITY
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE - EDUCATION
STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY
BA HUMANITIES DEGREE - undefined
STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY
HIGH SCHOOL -
OAKDALE AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL
RIVERSDALE, SOUTH AFRICASkills
Athlete development
Growth mindset
Hard Working
Organized
Client relationship
Self-awareness
Coaching techniques
Motivational strategies
Personable and friendly
Effective communication
Sports enthusiast
Rugby Playing Experience
- Professional Athlete for Rugby ATL, 05/01/20 - 05/01/21
- Life University Men's Club, 05/01/16 - 05/01/19
- Stellenbosch University Rugby Club, 05/01/10 - 05/01/15
- Western Province Institute, 05/01/09
- South African Schools, 05/01/08
Certification
Mental Game Coaching Professional
Certified Mental Game Coaching Professional
12 Week course on mental performance coaching
Timeline
Mental Performance Coach
Self-employeed
01.2025 - Current
Mental Game Coaching Professional
01-2025
International Rugby Board Level 3
01-2025
Men's 15's U23 Coach
USA Rugby
01.2025 - Current
Men's 15's Pathways Forwards & Defense Coach
USA Rugby
01.2023 - 01.2024
Academy Director
Rugby ATL
01.2022 - 12.2022
Head Coach
Pathway 404
01.2020 - 12.2022
Professional Athlete
Rugby ATL
01.2020 - 12.2021
Assistant Academic Coordinator
Life University
01.2019 - 12.2019
Graduate Assistant (Rugby)
Life University
01.2017 - 12.2020
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PSYCHOLOGY
LIFE UNIVERSITY
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE - EDUCATION
STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY
BA HUMANITIES DEGREE - undefined
STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY
Mental Game Performance Coach
Peak Performance Sport
MASTER OF SCIENCE - POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY
LIFE UNIVERSITY
HIGH SCHOOL -
OAKDALE AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL