Ken Carson
Baskeball Head Coach
Duluth,GA
Summary
Committed Head Coach adept in strategy development and implementation. Accustomed to studying and evaluating team and competition data, including video and statistics, to further drive improvements and success. Driven to bring value to organizational team through hard work and dedication. Skilled Coach specializing in building and overseeing school programs. Background includes instruction and team management. Record-winning history in basketball as both player and coach. Considered valued asset in any sports program. Energetic Head Coach contributes value to dynamic and forward-thinking team. Driven to inspire athletes to surmount obstacles and continuously hone skills. Proven success in managing team budgets and scheduling travel for season engagements. Results-driven Head Coach offering 30 years of successful game strategy preparation and planning. Well-versed in developing basketball strategy and guiding players in fundamentals, sportsmanship and training.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach
Fulton Science Academy Private School
Alpharetta, GA
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
- Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers.
- Crafted successful training plans for varsity squads.
Assistant Head Coach
Fulton Science Academy Private School
Duluth, GA
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Communicated frequently with other coaches, management teams and parents.
- Oversaw out-of-season conditioning program for athletes.
- Developed recruitment strategy and network according to team plan and regulatory guidelines.
- Determined needs and managed coach assignment schedule.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Worked with individual players to develop abilities.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
AAU Head Coach
Top Tier
Duluth, GA
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
Head Coach
Duluth Recreation
Duluth, GA
08.2010 - 11.2014
- Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment.
Athletic Director
Turner Chapel AME Church
Marietta, GA
02.2000 - 02.2008
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
- Paired individuals to achieve best fit for athletic and academic programs.
Community Coach
Wheeler High School
Marietta, GA
09.1998 - 03.2001
- Supported school and athletic department's philosophy and mission statement through effective communication, active leadership.
- Collaborated with head coach to determine player lineups and positioning.
- Ran effective practice drills to increase endurance and boost skills in athletes.
- Worked closely with athletes one-on-one to help them improve their skills in basketball.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
Education
Physical Education
Parkland College
Champaign, ILPhysical Education
Richland Community College
Decatur, ILSkills
- Seasonal Planning
- Gameplay Techniques
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Competitive Analysis
- Academic Eligibility Monitoring
- Game Strategy Development
- Preseason Tryouts
- Weight Training
- Athlete Training and Motivation
- Game Rule Updates
- Equipment Use Monitoring
- Travel Arrangement Coordination
Timeline
Head Coach
Fulton Science Academy Private School
08.2019 - 02.2022
Assistant Head Coach
Fulton Science Academy Private School
08.2018 - 02.2019
AAU Head Coach
Top Tier
07.2014 - 06.2016
Head Coach
Duluth Recreation
08.2010 - 11.2014
Athletic Director
Turner Chapel AME Church
02.2000 - 02.2008
Community Coach
Wheeler High School
09.1998 - 03.2001
Physical Education
Parkland College
Physical Education
Richland Community College