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Kristal Q. Lansford

Laredo,Texas

Summary

Dynamic Head Softball Coach with extensive experience in recruiting, training, and guiding athletes through the challenges of practice, competition, and academics. Recognized for a motivational teaching style that emphasizes discipline, sportsmanship, and the development of lifelong skills. Experience as a Senior Women's Administrator includes demonstrated knowledge of Title IX and CAL NOW compliance, along with a commitment to student development and discipline on the field, in the classroom, and in society. Additionally, a knowledgeable Kinesiology Instructor with a proven ability to create engaging curricula and foster positive learning environments, ensuring effective classroom management and student assessment.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Visiting Kinesiology Instructor

Texas A&M International University
09.2023 - Current
  • Taught KINE 4320 - Special Topics in Kinesiology (Spring 2025, Spring 2022)
  • Taught KINE 3312 - Principles of Health Promotion WIN (Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Summer 2023, Fall 2022)
  • Taught KINE 2303 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (Spring 2025, Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023)
  • Taught KINE 2224 - Team and Individual Sports (Spring 2025)
  • Taught KINE 1111 - Weight Training and Conditioning (Spring 2025 [2 sections], Spring 2024 [2 sections])
  • Taught KINE 3314 - Tests and Evaluation (Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Summer 2024, Fall 2023, Spring 2023)
  • Taught KINE 2322 - Pathophysiology for Allied Health (Fall 2024)
  • Taught KINE 2301 - Foundations of Fitness and Sports (Fall 2024)
  • Taught KINE 2300 - Physical Fitness (Fall 2024)
  • Taught KINE 1111 - Weight Training and Conditioning (Spring 2024)
  • Taught KINE 1101 - Aerobic Activities (Spring 2024)
  • Taught KINE 4318 - Exercise Prescription (Fall 2023)

Adjunct Kinesiology Instructor

Texas A&M International University
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Taught KINE 1102 – Team Activities (Spring 2023 [5 sections])
  • Taught KINE 3312 – Principles of Health Promotion WIN (Fall 2022)
  • Taught KINE 4320 – Special Topics in Kinesiology (Spring 2022)

Head Softball Coach

Laredo College
Laredo, Texas
01.2014 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw development and all other aspects of the inaugural NJCAA Division I Softball program, including instruction, recruiting, academic monitoring, Title IX compliance, student discipline, scheduling, budget management, purchasing, youth camps and clinics, fundraising, and field design and maintenance.

Head Softball Coach

Metropolitan State University
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Oversaw all aspects of NCAA Division II Softball program, including instruction, recruiting, academic monitoring, Title IX compliance, student discipline, scheduling, budget management, purchasing, youth camps and clinics, fundraising, and field maintenance.

Assistant Softball Coach

California State University
Bakersfield , California
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Assisted in all aspects of the NCAA Division I Softball program, including instruction, recruiting, academic monitoring, Title IX and CAL NOW compliance, student discipline, scheduling, budget management, purchasing, youth camps and clinics, fundraising, and field maintenance.

Head Softball Coach

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, California
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Oversaw all aspects of the NCAA Division II Softball program, including instruction, recruiting, academic monitoring, Title IX and CAL NOW compliance, student discipline, scheduling, budget management, purchasing, youth camps and clinics, fundraising, and field maintenance.
  • Led team to a first-ever Division II West Regional Championship and a 4th place finish in the NCAA Division II College World Series in 2005.
  • Recruited 8 NFCA All-Americans, 3 Easton All-Americans, 10 All-Region athletes, and 23 All-CCAA athletes.
  • Led team to three consecutive 40-win seasons and NCAA West Regional Tournaments.
  • 2020 San Francisco State Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee (2005 Team)
  • 2004 CCAA Coach of the Year.
  • 2005 NFCA West Region Coaching Staff of the Year.
  • Served on the NCAA West Region Committee
  • Served a 4-year term on the NCAA Division II All-American Committee

Head Softball Coach

Northwood University
Cedar Hill , Texas
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Oversaw all aspects of the NAIA Softball Program, including instruction, recruiting, academic monitoring, Title IX compliance, student discipline, scheduling, budget management, purchasing, youth camps, travel, clinics, fundraising, and field maintenance.

Assistant Softball Coach

California State University
Bakersfield , California
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Assisted in skill instruction and practice planning.
  • Assisted head coach in recruiting and fundraising.
  • Member of the NFCA Division II Regional Coaching Staff of the Year
  • Member of the 1997 Sears Director's Cup-winning athletic program.

Intercollegiate Softball Student-Athlete

California State University
Bakersfield, California
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • First team All-Conference 1995/96.
  • NFCA Academic All-American 1995/96.
  • Completed Sports Information Internship
  • Completed Athletic Training Internship

Surgical Technician

United States Air Force
Colorado Springs, Colorado
03.1986 - 03.1990
  • Assisted in successful surgeries by setting up operating rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment for each procedure.

Education

Master of Science - Kinesiology

Texas A & M University
Kingsville, TX
12.2020

Master of Arts - Education - Curriculum and Instruction

California State University
Bakersfield, CA
06.1999

Master of Arts - Communications – Public Relations

California State University
Bakersfield, CA
06.1997

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education

California State University
Bakersfield, CA
06.1997

Associate of Arts - General Education

Porterville College
Porterville, California
06.1994

Skills

  • Expertise in subject matter
  • Student engagement
  • Interpersonal relationship building
  • Student rapport
  • Student advocacy
  • Student-centered learning focus
  • Diverse student populations
  • Critical thinking development
  • Problem-solving
  • Interpersonal and social skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Student motivation and engagement
  • Student support
  • Nonviolent crisis intervention

Timeline

Visiting Kinesiology Instructor

Texas A&M International University
09.2023 - Current

Adjunct Kinesiology Instructor

Texas A&M International University
01.2022 - 09.2023

Head Softball Coach

Laredo College
01.2014 - 01.2022

Head Softball Coach

Metropolitan State University
01.2011 - 01.2013

Assistant Softball Coach

California State University
01.2007 - 01.2011

Head Softball Coach

San Francisco State University
01.2000 - 01.2007

Head Softball Coach

Northwood University
01.1999 - 01.2000

Assistant Softball Coach

California State University
01.1996 - 01.1999

Intercollegiate Softball Student-Athlete

California State University
01.1994 - 01.1996

Surgical Technician

United States Air Force
03.1986 - 03.1990

Master of Science - Kinesiology

Texas A & M University

Master of Arts - Education - Curriculum and Instruction

California State University

Master of Arts - Communications – Public Relations

California State University

Bachelor of Science - Physical Education

California State University

Associate of Arts - General Education

Porterville College