OBJECTIVE Looking for a Coaching Position with IMG Academy as a Head Coach, Offensive Coordinator. 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. Motivated Football Coach adept at developing talented players into exceptional athletes. Excellent team leader with 14 years in game. Proven history of coaching successful teams with innovative approaches.
Hi, I’m
Larry Thomas
Special Teams Coordinator & QB Coach
New York,United States
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Transit Tech HS
Special Teams Coordinator & QB Coach
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Develop training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Increased first-year quarterbacks ability to read defenses and coverages using video games, YouTube videos, drawing diagrams, film study, chalk talk, and seven on seven drills.
- Mentored players, encouraged them to commit to excellence, and helped them reach their limits.
- Established elite special teams by averaging 51 yards per kickoff return, returned 3 kicks for TDs, returned 1 punt for TD, and Blocked two punts.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition
- Developed relationships with parents, alumni, staff, and clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players
- Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity
- Negotiated and resolved conflicts between players, parents and staff to restore order
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
Valley Stream Central HS
Junior Varsity Assistant Head Coach & Offensive Coordinator-QB/WR/RB
08.2021 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Implemented Peak Performance Strength and Training Program for off and in-season peak performance.
- Develop extensive position training for explosiveness, speed, and agility. Ran Zone Read Offense with hand signals to increase offense's tempo to disrupt defensive play calls and substitution.
- Established drills and trainings for QBs/WRs/RBS to enhance their speed, power, and agility.
- Incorporated variations of stances, hand techniques, strutter steps, and rip & swim moves to dominate their opponent.
- Implemented drills to improve catch radios of WRs and RBS in mini camp, in-season, and off-season.
- Coached RB's to improve footwork, and increase ball carrier vision, cut back ability, elusiveness, and acceleration by implementing drills that reinforce in-game scenarios.
- Script practice for development, fundamentals, and skill set improvement. Practice 4-minute, and 2-minute drills for late-game scenarios to improve wins. Improve comradery on team by having weekly team dinners, in-season events, and team tournaments.
- Create winning environment by establishing team motto with weekly goal and individual and team rewards for game production.
- Set rules and discipline for in-season home and travel games and players to maintain on team and be in line for grade promotion and graduation.
- Liaison for organization, press, parents, and school/staff, to unify support from community creating stronger following.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Franklin K Lane HS
Assistant Head Coach & Offensive Coordinator, QB/DL Coach, Strength & Conditioning Coach
08.2013 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Ran study hall and maintained team average of 80% overall Team GPA. Ran Pistol Spread Offense learned from Ski-Gun offense that resulted in championship in PSAL league within 2 years after installation.
- Coached QBs on techniques of gripping, throwing, and art of different arm height releases for throwing various routes over length of offensive linemen and through passing lanes in pocket.
- Implemented core fundamental techniques for read keys and pitch keys in Pistol Spread, Wing T, and Triple/Speed Option Offense. Taught players how to contact college coaches, share game film, get recruited, Developed QB's quick read for 3-step passing game.
- Use practice and game film to improve QB mechanics and break bad habits and tendencies then scripted practice plan for furthering skill development of position.
- Taught use of balancing feet and how to maintain natural height level of QB in their drop back to maintain completion percentage.
- Nurtured leadership skills and mental stability of position. Prepared offensive game plan for weekly competitions against other PSAL schools.
- Organized and implemented progressive Football coaching techniques while ensuring positive and fun environment during practice sessions.
- Encouraged student-athletes to be tremendous while embracing success of hard work and being dedicated to their sport.
- Developed proper strength and conditioning exercises to increase velocity and distance of QB's throw. S
- Scripted practice and game warm-up routines for preventive injuries, muscle development, and athletes' flexibility.
- Assisted in creating and executing practice plans for athletes to help reach highest potential
- Developed and oversaw team budget, logistics and equipment purchases
- Led team through losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and instructing in meditation techniques
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance
Herbert H. Lehman HS
Assistant Head Football Coach/QB/ DE/ Offensive Coordinator Strength & Conditioning Coach
08.2008 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Assisted Head Coach in all aspects of program, including ideas for fundraising, practice schedules, training staff, coaches, and players, and interviewing and hiring coaching staff.
- Prepared offensive game plan for weekly competitions against other PSAL schools. Organized and implemented progressive Football coaching techniques.
- Ensured positive and fun environment during practice sessions. Developed proper weight training techniques for preventive injuries, muscle development, and healthy weight gain.
- Taught DE hand swat techniques to rid hands of offensive linemen Scripted practice plans for Defensive Linemen starts, stances, and get-offs, using repetitive rips, shoulder punches, and swim moves.
- Created an off-season workout regimen for RB's that catapulted junior RB with 888 yards to a senior RB with 1874 yard season.
Education
University of Arizona Global CampusChandler, AZ
Bachelor of Science from Educational Studies
05.2024
University Overview
Valley Stream Central High SchoolValley Stream, NY
AED Certification First Aid Certification CPR Certification
09.2022
University Overview
NYC Department of EducationNew York
Coaching Certifications
08.2021
University Overview
ISSA California CA
ISSA Strength & Conditioning Specialist
02.2022
University Overview
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Mentoring
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Behavior Assessments
- Player Evaluation
- Equipment Management
- Athletic Training and Motivation
- Program Fundraising
- Training Camp Oversight
- Scouting Reports
- Collaborating with Team Members
- Educational Strategies
- Critical Thinking
- Athletic Recruiting
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Eligibility Requirements
- Vendor Relations
- Academic Eligibility Monitoring
- Practice Planning and Management
- Proficient in HUDL
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Achieved 5-2 record in [2022].
- Built Transit Tech HS Football program from the ground up, with 60 athletes and $0.00 yearly budget to start the inaugural season.
Languages
Languages
- English
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Freemason
Certification
- New York State Football Coach Training - 2021
Timeline
Special Teams Coordinator & QB Coach
Transit Tech HS
07.2022 - Current
Junior Varsity Assistant Head Coach & Offensive Coordinator-QB/WR/RB
Valley Stream Central HS
08.2021 - 09.2022
Assistant Head Coach & Offensive Coordinator, QB/DL Coach, Strength & Conditioning Coach
Franklin K Lane HS
08.2013 - 12.2015
Assistant Head Football Coach/QB/ DE/ Offensive Coordinator Strength & Conditioning Coach
Herbert H. Lehman HS
08.2008 - 12.2012
University of Arizona Global Campus
Bachelor of Science from Educational Studies
Valley Stream Central High School
AED Certification First Aid Certification CPR Certification
NYC Department of Education
Coaching Certifications
ISSA
ISSA Strength & Conditioning Specialist
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