Lee LaPrade
Grand Saline,TX
Summary
Accomplished Coach with extensive experience in driving team success through innovative training programs and strategic game planning. Demonstrates exceptional leadership abilities, inspiring athletes to excel while promoting a strong sense of teamwork. Notable achievements include significant enhancements in athletic performance, collaboration, and player development at previous institutions. Committed to fostering a competitive yet supportive environment that prioritizes individual growth and collective success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AD/Head Football Coach
Athens Middle School
Athens, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Designed daily defensive practice plans.
- Conducted drills to improve flexibility, stamina, and strength of each player.
- Managed athlete in-season conditioning.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Asst Defensive Coordinator & Asst Baseball Coach
Big Sandy High School
Big Sandy, TX
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Analyzed opponent's strengths and weaknesses to devise effective defensive strategies.
Asst Football Coach, Head Powerlifting
Rain High School
Emory, TX
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Created and enforced team rules to promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline among the athletes.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
Asst Football Coach & JH Basketball, Track Coach
Harmony High School
Harmony (Big Sandy), TX
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
- Created and enforced team rules to promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline among the athletes.
Defensive Coordinator, JH Basketball & Track Coach
Quitman High School
Quitman, TX
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to athletes.
- Organized, supervised and evaluated workouts, practices, meets and special events.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
Head Def Line Coach
Tyler Legacy High School
Tyler, TX
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Implemented risk management strategies during training to prevent injuries.
- Motivated players to improve their skills by providing positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
Asst Def Coordinator, JH Basketball Coach
Edgewood High School
Edgewood, TX
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs to enhance team performance and individual player development.
Def Line Coach & Asst Baseball Coach
Wills Point High School
Wills Point, TX
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Devised and implemented successful game strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all league rules and regulations related to safety standards, eligibility requirements.
- Instructed players on the fundamentals of baseball, such as batting and base-running techniques.
Varsity Defensive Coordinator, Asst Baseball Coach
Grand Saline High School
Grand Saline, TX
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Coordinated game-day strategies with the Head Coach to ensure optimal performance of the defense.
- Instructed defensive players on techniques and fundamentals to improve their skillsets.
- Oversaw team meetings and conducted film reviews of previous games for analysis purposes.
Var Defensive Coordinator & Head Baseball Coach
Fruitvale High School
Fruitvale, TX
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Performed administrative duties such as budgeting or scheduling travel arrangements when necessary.
- Coached players on proper technique, positioning, and execution of defensive plays.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
Varsity Defensive Coordinator
Hawkins High School
Hawkins, TX
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Hired and managed multiple assistant coaches to work with defensive line, linebackers and defensive back players.
- Created scouting reports on opposing teams to help prepare defensive strategies for upcoming games.
- Oversaw team meetings and conducted film reviews of previous games for analysis purposes.
Assistant Varsity Football & Baseball Coach
Edgewood High School
Edgewood, TX
08.1998 - 05.2006
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Organized practice sessions to develop team strategies and improve overall performance.
- Utilized gestures and audible signals to regulate play and communicate to participants and officials.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education, History, Kinesiology
Texas A&M @ Commerce
Commerce, Texas01.1995
General Studies -
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, Texas01.1993
Major - Physical Education
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, La.01.1987
Major - Arts and Science Pre-major
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, Texas01.1986
College Prep Studies -
Grand Saline
Grand Saline, Texas01.1985
Skills
- Game strategy development
- Team management
- Player development
- Strength conditioning
- Technical coaching
Certification
- Composite Social Studies Certified 8-12
- History Certified 6-12
- PE Certified 6-12
References
- Zach Harrell, Athletic Director & Head Football Coach, Athens High School, 903-677-6992, zharrell@athensisd.net
- Randy Barnes, Former Athletic Director & Head Football Coach, Rains High School, 972-841-1756
- Jason Seale, Athletic Director & Head Football Coach, Edgewood High School, 903-896-4332 Ext. 8163, jseale@edgewood-isd.net
- Ryan Simmons, Director of Maintenance & Transportation, Grand Saline ISD, 903-962-8206, rsimmons@grandsalineisd.net
- Shane Webber, Athletic Director & Head Football Coach, Quitman High School, 903-763-5000, 903-850-3731, webbers@quitmanisd.net
Timeline
AD/Head Football Coach
Athens Middle School
08.2023 - Current
Asst Defensive Coordinator & Asst Baseball Coach
Big Sandy High School
08.2021 - 05.2023
Asst Football Coach, Head Powerlifting
Rain High School
09.2018 - 05.2022
Asst Football Coach & JH Basketball, Track Coach
Harmony High School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Defensive Coordinator, JH Basketball & Track Coach
Quitman High School
08.2016 - 05.2017
Head Def Line Coach
Tyler Legacy High School
08.2015 - 05.2016
Asst Def Coordinator, JH Basketball Coach
Edgewood High School
08.2014 - 05.2015
Def Line Coach & Asst Baseball Coach
Wills Point High School
08.2013 - 05.2014
Varsity Defensive Coordinator, Asst Baseball Coach
Grand Saline High School
08.2008 - 05.2013
Var Defensive Coordinator & Head Baseball Coach
Fruitvale High School
09.2007 - 05.2008
Varsity Defensive Coordinator
Hawkins High School
01.2006 - 01.2007
Assistant Varsity Football & Baseball Coach
Edgewood High School
08.1998 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education, History, Kinesiology
Texas A&M @ Commerce
General Studies -
Tyler Junior College
Major - Physical Education
Northwestern State University
Major - Arts and Science Pre-major
Texas Christian University
College Prep Studies -
Grand Saline
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