John Hladik

As the Associate Head Coach and Head Junior Varsity Coach I have:

• Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and techniques.
• Assisted in planning off-season conditioning programs to maintain athletes'' fitness levels during breaks from competition schedules.
• Enhanced player motivation with engaging practice sessions and personalized feedback on performance.
• Assisted head coach in developing comprehensive training plans for athletes, resulting in improved skill sets and better game results.

• Assisted in the recruitment process and organization of drills and games of the Prospect Camp

As Director of my own summer development program, I have successfully honed campers' skills through structured coaching methods and a progressive series of drills, from foundational to advanced techniques.

As an Assistant Director and Head Coach I have helped

• Manage successful recruitment efforts, attracting top talent to the program.
• Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
• Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
• Optimized athlete performance with consistent evaluation and adjustment of coaching techniques based on individual needs and overall team objectives.
• Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.

Served as Head Coach for Kean University's Men's Basketball Summer League team for two consecutive summers post-graduation. Key accomplishments include:

• Enhanced athletes' skills through personalized coaching, leading to improved individual performance.
• Organized and led practices and scrimmages, fostering a competitive mindset and skill development.
• Built and maintained strong relationships with athletes, recruits, parents, and administrators to support program success.
• Conducted player evaluations to assess knowledge, skills, and strengths, assigning team positions to optimize talent.

Collaborated with NBA and NCAA Division I coaches to refine the skills of Division I players.

Coached and later served as Assistant Director under Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee Bob Hurley Sr.