Jordan Trautman
Fair Haven,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and driven professional with a deep passion for sports and a proven track record of success in athletic administration, coaching, and player development. Leveraging my high level experience in the sports world through management, event production, fundraising and interpersonal relationships, I am dedicated to contributing to the electric growth of lacrosse. Skilled in strategic planning, and team leadership, I thrive in diverse environments where I can inspire excellence and foster a culture of continuous excellence. Committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, sportsmanship, and athlete well-being, I am eager to bring my expertise and enthusiasm to a forward-thinking organization in the professional lacrosse industry.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach
Monmouth University
07.2017 - Current
- Organize and manage all program processes: in including but not limited, to scholarship and operational budgeting, alumni engagement program fundraising
- Recruited top-tier student-athletes, strategically identifying talent to meet program needs and maintain competitiveness.
- Fostered positive team culture emphasizing discipline, sportsmanship, and academic excellence.
- Represented the program in media appearances, fundraising events, and community outreach initiatives, enhancing visibility and support
- Stayed abreast of industry trends, rule changes, and best practices through professional development opportunities and networking within the coaching community.
Rules Committee Member
World Lacrosse
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Responsible for oversight, proposals, changes, approvals, and clarification for the rules of World Women's Lacrosse
Head Coach
Kean University
01.2013 - 07.2017
- Established strong relationships with athletes, staff, and alumni fostering a sense of community and support for the program.
- Collaborated with academic advisors and support staff to ensure student-athletes' success in the classroom and compliance with NCAA regulations.
- Recruited and develop mission-appropriate student athletes combining a traditional and non-traditional area focus
Manager of Player Marketing
NFL Alumni Association
07.2011 - 01.2013
- Lead negotiations of contracts for NFL Alumni Services, Inc player activations
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies for the Group Licensing Agreement Program with NFL Teams, NFL Alumni Sponsors and licensees, corporations, non-profits, and government to generate activations for NFL Alumni members
- Managed and executed special events and NFLA appearances; coordinated schedules and communication with speakers, vendors, and participants.
Assistant Coach
Yale University
07.2010 - 07.2011
- Responsible for recruitment of mission-appropriate student athletes, including verbal and digital communication and recruiting visits
- Managed team equipment, team meals and team travel
- Partnered with other coaches to plan and execute practice and game plans, film breakdown; oversaw all defensive/goalie systems
Assistant Coach
United States Naval Academy
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Responsible for recruitment of mission-appropriate student athletes
- Responsible for film breakdown, scouting reports, and defensive practice and game planning
- Defensive coordinator for first-ever NCAA Patriot League Title and NCAA appearance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Georgetown University
Washington, DC08.2009
The Loomis Chaffee School
Windsor, CT06.2005
Skills
- Motivational Leadership
- Team Management
- Strategic Planning
- Recruiting Acumen
- Program & Department Budgeting
- Fundraising
- Scholarship & Contract Negotiating
- Community Engagement
Accomplishments
- US Lacrosse Connecticut Hall of Fame Class of 2019
- 2022 MAAC Coach of the Year
- 2022, 2018 Regular Season MAAC Champions
- 2022, 2019 MAAC Midfielder of the Year, 2019 MAAC Attacker of the Year
- 2016 NJAC Midfielder of the Year, 2013 NJAC Goalie of the Year, 1st Team Regional All Americans (2x) ,2nd Team Regional All-Americans (3x), 1stTeam NJAC Conference Players (8x), Honorable Mention NJAC Conference Players (5x), IWLCA Senior North South All Star (1x)
- WLCA Academic Honor Squad 2015-2024
- Philadelphia Force Professional Lacrosse League Team Member 2018
- Team USA Invitee 2009, 2012, 2014
- Georgetown University Lacrosse Captain 2008-2009
- Tewaaraton Watch Nominee 2009
- Named National All-American 2008, 2009
- Second Team All-BIG EAST 2009, First Team All-BIG EAST 2008
- North South All Star Selectee 2009
References
- Marilyn McNeil, Former Athletic Director, Monmouth University, mmcneil@monmouth.edu, (C) 732-692-4137
- Samantha Ekstrand, IWLCA Head of Legal Counsel, Law Partner Ekstrand and Ekstrand LLP, sje@ninthstreetlaw.com, 919-451-0200
- Ricky Fried, Head Women's Lacrosse Coach, Georgetown University, Former USA Head Women's Lacrosse Coach ricky.fried@georgetown.edu, 202-302-2635
Timeline
Rules Committee Member
World Lacrosse
04.2020 - 08.2022
Head Coach
Monmouth University
07.2017 - Current
Head Coach
Kean University
01.2013 - 07.2017
Manager of Player Marketing
NFL Alumni Association
07.2011 - 01.2013
Assistant Coach
Yale University
07.2010 - 07.2011
Assistant Coach
United States Naval Academy
07.2009 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Arts -
Georgetown University
The Loomis Chaffee School