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Kaitlyn Bowker

Lumberton,NJ

Summary

Former NCAA Division I field hockey athlete and experienced youth coach with a strong background in player development, leadership, and competitive play. Four-year letter winner and two-time high school team captain with collegiate experience across forward, midfield, and defense positions. Skilled in designing and leading training sessions, developing technical and tactical skills, and fostering teamwork. Dedicated to building positive team culture and mentoring athletes to reach their full potential.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Teaching Grades Pk-6

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
05-2025

Skills

  • Player Development – Building athletes’ technical and tactical skills
  • Leadership & Team Building – Creating unity, motivation, and positive culture
  • Game Strategy & Tactics – Teaching positioning, decision-making, and high-level play
  • Instructional Coaching – Breaking down skills and drills in age-appropriate ways
  • Communication & Mentorship – Guiding players on and off the field
  • Practice & Training Design – Planning purposeful, competitive, and engaging sessions

Playing Experience

Central Michigan University (NCAA Division I) | 2021–2024

  • Position: Forward, Midfield, Defense
  • Competed in all 69 of 69 career games, starting 50.
  • Scored 8 career goals and 5 assists, including key goals against Saint Louis, Longwood, Kent State, and Indiana.
  • Ranked among team leaders in points and goals across multiple seasons.
  • Academic All-MAC honoree (2021–2024).

Rancocas Valley Regional High School  | 2016–2020

  • Position: Forward, Midfield
  • Four-year varsity letterwinner and two-time team captain.
  • Recorded 36 career goals and 17 assists.
  • Led team in scoring for three seasons.
  • Offensive Player of the Year (2017, 2019).
  • All-Burlington County Liberty Division First Team (Attack).
  • All-Division Second Team (2017, 2018).
  • Rookie of the Year (2017).

Uprise Field Hockey Club | 2015–2021

  • Competed in the National Indoor League and Junior Premier Outdoor League.
  • Faced elite regional and national competition at the top club level.

Coaching Experience

  • Rancocas Valley Youth Clinic – Coached elementary and middle school athletes in field hockey fundamentals.
  • Wissahickon High School Youth Clinic – Designed and led skill sessions for youth players.
  • Private & Group Training – Hosted individual and group summer training sessions focused on skill development, conditioning, and game tactics.

Coaching Skills

  • Player development and mentorship
  • Designing drills and training plans
  • Teaching technical skills and game strategies
  • Leadership and team-building

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Teaching Grades Pk-6

Central Michigan University