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Lance Maha

West Mifflin,Pennsylvania

Summary

Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support. Proponent of detailed finance and resource management to maintain positive perception of program and expand competitive opportunities.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Norwin High School
08.2021 - Current

*In charge of all facets of the 7th through 12th grade program

*Coordinated and supervised off season skills development for 6th through 12th grade student athletes

*Led all off season conditioning, summer league participation. and team camp participation for student athletes

*coordinated youth summer basketball camp

*Coordinated and supervised youth basketball travel team tryouts


Social Studies Teacher

West Mifflin Area School District
08.1999 - Current
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
  • Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.

Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach

West Mifflin Area School District
10.2020 - 07.2021

*In charge of all facets of the 7th thru 12th grade program

Head Boys Basketball Coach

West Mifflin Area School District
08.1998 - 05.2018

*In charge of all facets of 7th thru 12th grade program

*Coordinated practice sessions, game preparation, and individual skill development

*Led all off season conditioning, summer league, and team camp participation

*Created and supervised "Camp of Champions" youth summer basketball camp

*Coordinated yearly coaches' clinic for youth basketball coaches

*Built network of relationships with college coaches to help provide college opportunities for student athletes

Recreation Director

West Mifflin Borough
09.1997 - 03.2013

*Supervised and coordinated summer playground program with 18 satellite playgrounds and 18 playground supervisors

*Responsible for yearly recreation program budget

*Coordinated and supervised annual Community day activities

*Coordinated and supervised annual Community day parade and fireworks program

*Coordinated and supervised, in partnership with WMASD student organizations, annual community Halloween and Easter celebrations

*Represented West Mifflin Borough on Twin Rivers Recreation Advisory Council

*Supervised Borough summer movie program

*Coordinated, scheduled, and signed off on all field permits for borough and school district fields

*In coordination with the school district, obtained facilities and field permits for the borough youth sports organizations

*Implemented and supervised a wellness-aerobics program for West Mifflin residents

*Created and supervised an annual 5k race for borough residents

Athletic Director

West Mifflin Area School District
09.2004 - 06.2005

* Managed and supervised all aspects of the athletic department including, but not limited to, scheduling, budgeting, and staff recruitment

*Oversaw all aspects of the Middle School athletic department

*Established strong relationships with parents, students, teachers, youth sports organizations. and community members to promote a positive athletic culture

*Organized and oversaw all athletic events, including competitions, practices, and team meetings

*Supervised tryouts for cheerleaders, starlettes. and silks

*Collaborated with head of security to determine proper staffing for school events

*Worked in conjunction with West Mifflin Borough recreation department and youth sports organizations to schedule school district fields and facilities in an equitable manner

*Worked in conjunction with West Mifflin Borough recreation department to schedule and prepare facilities for the annual Borough Community day, Halloween, and Easter community celebrations

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Robert Morris University
06.1994 - 06.1997

Head Mens Basketball Coach

Penn State University New Kensington
07.1996 - 03.1997

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

University Of Pittsburgh At Johnstown
05.1991 - 06.1993

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Catholic Diocese Of Beaver County
06.1988 - 03.1991

Education

Teaching Certification - Social Studies Teacher Education

Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA
05.1999

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Robert Morris College
Coraopolis, PA
12.1990

Skills

  • Community Engagement
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Media Relations
  • Facility Management
  • Scheduling proficiency
  • Budgeting expertise
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Team building
  • Staff Training
  • Risk Management
  • Resource Allocation

Accomplishments

*Led Norwin to first WPIAL playoff appearance in 6 years

*Led West Mifflin to 17 WPIAL playoff appearances

*Led West Mifflin to 6 PIAA state playoff appearances

*Led West Mifflin to 6 conference championships

* Led West Mifflin to its only state championship game appearance

*Named Mckeesport Daily News coach of the year 3 times

*Led PSNK to PA state athletic conference state title

*Named PA state athletic conference coach of the year 1997

*At Robert Morris recruited 3 NEC all rookie team players

*At Robert Morris recruited NEC rookie of the year

*Youngest head basketball coach in Pennsylvania ( Quigley Catholic High School) age 21

*Provided opportunities for over 35 former players to play in college

*At conclusion of 2024 season 8 of my former assistants are Head coaches in the WPIAL

Timeline

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Norwin High School
08.2021 - Current

Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach

West Mifflin Area School District
10.2020 - 07.2021

Athletic Director

West Mifflin Area School District
09.2004 - 06.2005

Social Studies Teacher

West Mifflin Area School District
08.1999 - Current

Head Boys Basketball Coach

West Mifflin Area School District
08.1998 - 05.2018

Recreation Director

West Mifflin Borough
09.1997 - 03.2013

Head Mens Basketball Coach

Penn State University New Kensington
07.1996 - 03.1997

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Robert Morris University
06.1994 - 06.1997

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

University Of Pittsburgh At Johnstown
05.1991 - 06.1993

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Catholic Diocese Of Beaver County
06.1988 - 03.1991

Teaching Certification - Social Studies Teacher Education

Point Park University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Robert Morris College
Lance Maha