Kevin McGaskey
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a strong foundation in athletics and coaching, complemented by a background in criminal justice. Led teams as a Division I and II basketball player and coach, fostering relationships with youth and adults through effective communication and conflict resolution. Expertise in performance development and community engagement drives impactful results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Basketball Coach
TJ Ford Academy
Houston, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Developed player abilities with well-structured and rigorous practice program.
- Developed practice plans that improved player skills and fostered teamwork.
- Led game strategy sessions to prepare athletes for competition.
- Provided individual instruction and mentoring for student athletes on technical skills, tactics, and game strategy.
- Guided young male athletes in training techniques and life skills development.
- Analyzed data collected from video recordings of practices and games; identified areas needing improvement.
- Established conduct standards that promoted sportsmanship and strengthened team spirit.
- Collaborated with staff members from other departments on initiatives related to the basketball program.
Athletic Coach
Team Texas Explosion
Missouri City, Texas
01.2021 - 09.2025
- Delivered individual and group coaching for performance improvement in competitive youth basketball.
- Coached individuals and groups to enhance performance in competitive youth basketball, focusing on skill mastery and teamwork.
- Communicated effectively with players, parents, and league officials regarding expectations, logistics, and progress.
- Executed recruitment strategies that increased team participation through targeted outreach and effective social media engagement.
- Cultivated a respectful, supportive culture that emphasized sportsmanship and life skills development among players.
- Collaborated with parents and coaching staff to support youth development beyond athletics.
Package Handler
FedEx
Houston, Texas
06.2020 - 08.2023
- Achieved demanding productivity goals by managing time effectively and leading team efforts.
- Consistently met demanding productivity goals through effective time management and team leadership.
- Led logistics management during high-volume peak seasons, ensuring smooth operations.
- Executed scanning and inventory processes with meticulous attention to detail.
Education
Master of Science -
University of Mary
Bismark, North DakotaBachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TXAssociate of Applied Science - General Studies
Highland Community College
Highland, KSSkills
- Game Strategy
- Coaching
- Player development
- Practice planning
- Performance Analysis
- Recruitment
- Team Development
- Time Management
- Strategic Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Team leadership
- Coaching adaptability
- Youth mentorship
- Mentorship
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective communication
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Motivational techniques
- team collaboration
Awards
- Fort Bend ISD All-Tournament Team – Basketball
- 2× District 20–6A Assist Leader
- District 23–5A Second Team All-District
Hobbies and Interests
- Fort Bend ISD All-Tournament Team – Basketball
- 2× District 20–6A Assist Leader
- District 23–5A Second Team All-District
Timeline
Head Basketball Coach
TJ Ford Academy
10.2025 - Current
Athletic Coach
Team Texas Explosion
01.2021 - 09.2025
Package Handler
FedEx
06.2020 - 08.2023
Master of Science -
University of Mary
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Prairie View A&M University
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Highland Community College