Leighton Ogaldez
Providence,RI
Summary
Goal-oriented Coach commended for providing personalized attention and professional fitness instruction to athletes. Seasoned in preparing athletes for competitions and counseling on health and eating habits. Recognized for boosting morale and self-confidence to inculcate spirit of teamwork.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Director
Rhody Elite Athletics
Cranston, Rhode Island
01.2018 - Current
- Met with stakeholders to address issues and implement solutions.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Assisted in the coordination of special events and corporate functions.
- Collaborated with other directors on operational activities, including fundraising campaigns, staff management, and program development.
- Coordinated communications between departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Assisted in developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve organizational goals.
- Conducted performance evaluations and recommended areas for improvement.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Drafted proposals for new initiatives based on research findings from various sources.
- Prepared presentations outlining key performance metrics at quarterly board meetings.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
Varsity Defensive Coordinator
Central Falls High School
Central Falls, Rhode Island
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Observed key players and reported back to support recruitment.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
- Encouraged positive behavior among players while promoting good sportsmanship at all times.
- Instructed defensive players on techniques and fundamentals to improve their skillsets.
- Oversaw team meetings and conducted film reviews of previous games for analysis purposes.
- Initiated physical conditioning programs to help athletes improve performance and win games.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Recruited talented athletes by attending college fairs, camps and showcases.
- Monitored student-athletes' academic progress and ensured compliance with NCAA regulations.
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Recruited student-athletes of highest caliber to elevate overall team performance.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop impactful game strategies.
- Evaluated talent in prospective athletes through tryouts or interviews.
Freshman Football Coach
William E. Tolman High School
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
05.2014 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to develop and implement training drills.
- Managing equipment inventory and ordering new supplies as needed.
- Observed key players and reported back to support recruitment.
- Organizing and leading team practices.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Maintaining discipline among players.
- Engaged with fans and the community to build support and foster team spirit.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Evaluating players' skills to determine their best positions.
- Monitored academic performance of student-athletes in addition to athletic progress.
- Ensuring that all rules and regulations of the school district are followed by student athletes.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Implementing a weight-training program for athletes.
- Evaluated the latest football trends and technologies to enhance coaching methods and team performance.
- Creating scouting reports for upcoming games.
- Scheduling training sessions, meetings, film review sessions.
- Attending coaching conventions and clinics to stay up-to-date on the latest coaching trends.
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army
Schofield Barracks , HI
03.2002 - 03.2006
- Organized supplies for squad members according to unit supply SOPs.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance and reported to leadership for strategic planning.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of ambushes and raids against enemy forces.
- Assisted in the development of unit standard operating procedures.
- Applied critical thinking and analysis skills to evaluate intelligence data and other variables to plan course of action.
- Used active listening and effective communication to alleviate issues between personnel members.
- Implemented land navigation skills in diverse environments to reach strategic objectives.
- Constructed and camouflaged defensive positions to protect against enemy advances.
- Coordinated handling of suspected enemy personnel.
- Followed strict operational security protocols to safeguard mission-critical information.
- Supervised training of foreign forces as part of internal defense efforts, strengthening knowledge, and abilities of many troops.
- Oversaw realistic training and military education planning and administration.
- Participated in reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy positions.
- Commanded oversight and tactical planning to streamline operations and enhance emergency preparedness procedures.
- Maintained accountability of personnel and equipment during operations.
- Demonstrated exceptional equipment knowledge in infantry employment of weaponry, including rocket launchers, rifles, and mortars.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05-2025
Skills
- Group Leadership
- Customer relations
- Budgeting expertise
- Innovation management
- Strength and Conditioning
- Player Development
- Strategic planning
- Scouting
- Media handling
- Physical fitness
- Sports psychology
- Team management
- Equipment distribution
- Training techniques
- Rule enforcement
- Special teams coordination
- Coaching meetings
- Safe play practices
- Team building
- Video analysis
- Asset maintenance
- Player evaluations
- Injury prevention
- Safety awareness
- Performance improvements
- Technology integration
- Nutrition
- Tactical vision
Timeline
Varsity Defensive Coordinator
Central Falls High School
05.2023 - 05.2024
Co-Director
Rhody Elite Athletics
01.2018 - Current
Freshman Football Coach
William E. Tolman High School
05.2014 - 05.2023
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army
03.2002 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of Rhode Island
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