Dynamic coach with a proven track record at Palm Beach Atlantic University, enhancing team performance through expert practice management, motivational leadership, and smart recruiting. Excelled in building a supportive environment, fostering personal growth, and driving competitive success. Skilled in game analysis and defensive tactics, significantly boosting player skills, including pitching, and team unity. Continuing to expand knowledge and skills by pursuing a master's degree in Coaching and Exercise Science.
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Karen Holter
Winona,MS
Summary
Overview
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Liberty High School
Girls' Softball Coach
2021.07 - Current (3 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups, and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Planned and implemented practice plans to improve individual and team performance.
- Facilitated team-building activities and character-building strategies to improve unity.
- Performed all game day duties, including arranging transportation.
- Publicized and recruited from the student body for players and team managers.
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Women's Softball Coach
1998.07 - 2000.01 (1 year & 6 months)
Job overview
- Improved player skills by designing targeted practice drills focusing on fundamentals, techniques, and game strategy.
- Developed strong relationships with players, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth and success.
- Boosted player motivation through positive reinforcement, constructive feedback, and individualized attention.
- Consistently maintained high standards of sportsmanship, discipline, and respect among players through consistent enforcement of team policies.
- Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling practices, coordinating travel arrangements, planning weekends for recruits, and maintaining accurate records of athlete eligibility.
- Contributed to overall program success by actively recruiting talented student-athletes to join the softball team.
- Worked within a set budget for recruiting offers, maintained open communication with the Athletic Director, and built the softball program from the ground up.
Education
Concordia University Irvine Irvine, CA
Master of Science from Coaching And Exercise Science
11.2024
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
- Coursework includes preparing for the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam.
Worcester State University Worcester, MA
Bachelor of Science from Biology
05.1989
University Overview
Beta Beta Beta, National Biology Honor Society
Softball, pitcher, two years
Becker College Worcester, MA
Associate of Science from Veterinary Technology
05.1987
University Overview
Softball, pitcher, two years
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Schedule Coordination
- Competition Preparation
- Motivational Leadership
- Game Analysis
- Constructive Feedback
- Defensive Tactics
- Travel Coordination
- Pitching Expertise
- Practice Planning and Management
Timeline
Girls' Softball Coach
Liberty High School
2021.07 - Current (3 years & 2 months)
Women's Softball Coach
Palm Beach Atlantic University
1998.07 - 2000.01 (1 year & 6 months)
Concordia University Irvine
Master of Science from Coaching And Exercise Science
Worcester State University
Bachelor of Science from Biology
Becker College
Associate of Science from Veterinary Technology
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