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Kyler Cox

Kyler Cox

Lincoln,NE

Summary

Result-driven professional with a history of impactful writing in sports journalism. Known for crafting compelling narratives and conducting in-depth articles while collaborating seamlessly with editorial teams to meet publishing deadlines. Renowned for adaptability and reliability in dynamic circumstances. Entrepreneurial background that understands how to build up and create strong environments where business and columns thrive.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sports Journalist

Southwest Nebraska Times-Republican
03.2020 - Current
  • Lead writer of From the Dugout, With Kyler Cox
  • Worked with former MLBTR writer and current Red Sox beat reporter Chris Cotillo, taking multiple workshops to help craft writing abilities.
  • Managed online sports columns, blogs, and feature pieces.
  • Reported on Major League Baseball and Nebraska collegiate athletic events to provide sports stories.
  • Pitched and developed new columns, consistently increasing readership with proven sports and reporting expertise.

Lawn Care Business Owner

Cox Lawn
03.2018 - Current
  • Expanded clientele by effectively marketing the business through various channels such as social media, local advertising, and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing around 20 high-quality lawn care services per week and addressing client concerns promptly.
  • Established a strong reputation within the community for exceptional lawn care services, leading to increased brand recognition and trust.

Residence Assistant

Mid-Plains Community College
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Enhanced time management skills through juggling multiple responsibilities such as event planning, crisis response, and administrative tasks.
  • Established trust with residents through active listening skills while maintaining confidentiality in sensitive situations.
  • Assisted with move-in and move-out processes, ensuring smooth transitions for new and departing residents.

Chemical Applicator

Wallace Aviation
07.2025 - Current
  • Effectively loaded planes with chemical rates and fuel to ensure agricultural pilots could complete their work efficiently
  • Implemented preventive maintenance protocols for application equipment, increasing service life and reducing repair costs.
  • Assisted with equipment maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance during chemical applications, reducing downtime due to malfunctions..

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Media And Communications

University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, NE
05-2027

Associate of Arts - Journalism

Mid-Plains Community College
McCook, NE
05-2025

Diploma -

Hayes Center High School
Hayes Center, NE
05.2023

Skills

  • Strong writing skills
  • Exceptional baseball knowledge
  • Deadline management
  • Assertiveness
  • Feature writing
  • Opinion pieces
  • Understanding business side of MLB
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Public speaking confidence
  • Scheduling and planning

Timeline

Chemical Applicator

Wallace Aviation
07.2025 - Current

Residence Assistant

Mid-Plains Community College
08.2024 - 05.2025

Sports Journalist

Southwest Nebraska Times-Republican
03.2020 - Current

Lawn Care Business Owner

Cox Lawn
03.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Media And Communications

University of Nebraska, Lincoln

Associate of Arts - Journalism

Mid-Plains Community College

Diploma -

Hayes Center High School

Awards

The Nebraska Press Association 3rd Place Class A Sports Column - 2022 and 2024 Better Newspapers Competition Among the Newspapers of Nebraska, National FFA - Gold Individual Salesman, National FFA - 5th Place Ag Sales Team, American FFA Degree Recipient, Mid-Plains Community College President’s List (2023-25), Phi Theta Kappa All-Nebraska Academic Team (2025)

ROLES

  • Sports Columnist (2020-Present)
  • Cox Lawn Business Owner (2018-Present)
  • McCook Community College Baseball Player (2023-25)
  • Residence Life Assistant (2024-25)
  • Mid-Plains Community College Student Senate Secretary (2023-24)
  • Phi Theta Kappa Academic Member (2024-25)
  • Journalism Letter Winner (2019-2023)
  • Hayes Center FFA President (2022-23)
  • Hayes Center National Honor Society President (2022-23)
  • Hayes Center Student Council Vice President (2021-2022)
  • Hayes Center Class President (2019-22)
  • Hayes Center Football and Basketball Team Captain (2019-23)

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