Lauren Coleman
Hamilton
Summary
Results-driven coach with over three years of head coaching experience and over a decade of total coaching expertise. Specializes in player skill development and the promotion of a positive team culture, fostering athletes as disciplined students and empowered young women. Proficient in strategic problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building, enhancing basketball IQ while addressing challenges effectively. Strong administrative skills in planning and scheduling further support efficient team operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Dir. of Operations/ Asst. Women's Basketball Coach
Colgate University
06.2024 - Current
- Managed the daily operations of the women's basketball program while providing on-court coaching support
- Oversaw team travel logistics, budget management, and player development, emphasizing the creation of a positive team culture and ensuring overall program success
- Demonstrated a strong ability to balance administrative tasks with coaching responsibilities, driving both individual player growth and team performance
- Contributed to setting a program record with the best conference record (13-5) and most total wins (23) in program history
Asst. Dir. of Multicultural Leadership and Engagement
North Platte Community College
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Spearheaded the development of leadership and campus involvement initiatives, fostering a dynamic student experience and increasing student participation by 20%
- Provided administrative oversight to a diverse array of programs and clubs, serving as a key liaison to advisors managing student organizations
- Established the National Society of Leadership and Success for students across the area, enhancing opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Served as a campus contact for MPCC diversity and cultural awareness initiatives, actively contributing to an inclusive campus environment
Asst. Women's Basketball Coach
North Platte Community College
08.2022 - 04.2024
- 2023-2024 Region IX Champions
- Orchestrated comprehensive player skill development initiatives, tailoring practice plans as needed to optimize performance
- Spearheaded team defense strategies in the 23-24 season, consistently holding opponents to an average of under 57.1 points per game - the lowest in the past 5 years
- Additionally, fostered a defensive culture with an average of 2 charges, 10.2 steals, and 12 deflections per game
- Pioneered and facilitated a life skills class specifically designed for women's basketball players, resulting in elevated team chemistry and enhanced player readiness for life after college
Head Girls Varsity Coach
Beckman High School
Irvine
05.2019 - 07.2022
- Curated practice plans/schemes and created season schedules
- Implemented winning culture
- Broke down game film and opponent scout
- 44-29 overall record
- Made it to CIF playoffs 3 years in a row, including making it to the quarter-finals in 2022
Program Director/ Head Coach
Team Go Get It
Orange County
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: Grassroots travel basketball program developed from the ground up
- Created to give underrated players a chance to compete at an elite level
- Grown the program from 1 team to 3 teams in four years
- Focused on the development of basketball skills and IQ
- The first player signed to play at the collegiate level in 2022
- Grassroots travel basketball program developed from the ground up
Campus Supervisor
Tustin Unified School District, Utt Middle School
02.2016 - 07.2022
- Monitor campus to maintain order and security
- Respond to classroom disturbances, prevent student conflicts and fights according to established guidelines, and intervene as necessary
- Assist in the investigation of illegal activities
- Manage other campus supervisors and delegate duties
Assistant Coach
Cal Miramar University
Montebello
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Helped establish the first-year program
- Kept statistics during games, in charge of equipment and uniforms
- Ran practices during the head coach's absence
- In charge of player-on-court skill development and monitoring academic progress
Recreation Leader II
Fountain Valley Recreation Center
Fountain Valley
12.2015 - 07.2018
- Oversaw the duties of Rec Leader I
- Established 6-week basketball skill development class for ages 8-13
- Lead basketball referee for youth basketball leagues
- Helped treat and maintain indoor and outdoor facilities including baseball and softball fields
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, Fl05-2014
Skills
- Player development
- Team culture
- Microsoft Office
- Travel logistics
- Budget management
- Communication skills
- Administrative oversight
Awards
- 2014-2015 FSU Captain's Award recipient
- 2014-2015 Ronalda Pierce Award recipient
- 2013-2014 ACC All-Academic Team
Timeline
Dir. of Operations/ Asst. Women's Basketball Coach
Colgate University
06.2024 - Current
Asst. Dir. of Multicultural Leadership and Engagement
North Platte Community College
09.2022 - 04.2024
Asst. Women's Basketball Coach
North Platte Community College
08.2022 - 04.2024
Head Girls Varsity Coach
Beckman High School
05.2019 - 07.2022
Program Director/ Head Coach
Team Go Get It
03.2019 - 07.2022
Assistant Coach
Cal Miramar University
09.2018 - 04.2019
Campus Supervisor
Tustin Unified School District, Utt Middle School
02.2016 - 07.2022
Recreation Leader II
Fountain Valley Recreation Center
12.2015 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Florida State University
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