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Work History
Education
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Coaching Experience
Accomplishments
Organizations
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Louis Wright

Louis Wright

Kingwood,TX

Summary

Dedicated Basketball Coach well-versed in developing skilled players and good citizens with diverse abilities in athletic, academic and social arenas. Award-winning competitor with demonstrated track record of success in team and program leadership.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Basketball Coach/Online Services Instructor

Texans Can Academies
03.2023 - Current
  • Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
  • Upheld safety standards at practices, games and events.
  • Developed strong framework and policies for effective basketball program.
  • Increased player strength, agility, and game skills through successful practices.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.

Business Owner

Wright Enterprises Inc.
06.1999 - Current
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.

Varsity First Assistant/Freshman Head Coach

Westfield High School
08.2017 - 03.2023
  • Collaborated with head coach to determine player lineups and positioning.
  • Worked closely with athletes one-on-one to help improve game-related skills.
  • Ran effective practice drills to increase endurance and boost skills in athletes.
  • Remained composed when communicating with others throughout heated game moments.
  • Supported school and athletic department's philosophy and mission statement using effective communication, active leadership and critical thinking skills.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
  • Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.

Freshman/Varsity Assistant

Cedar Hill High School
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
  • Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
  • Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.

Varsity Assistant

Callaway High School
08.2008 - 06.2014
  • Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
  • Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
  • Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.

Varsity Assistant

Piney Woods School
01.2008 - 06.2008
  • Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
  • Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
  • Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.

Education

Class of 2010-2011 -

LEADERSHIP GREATER JACKSON

B.B.A Marketing -

JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
12.2000

Skills

  • Safety Awareness
  • Program Leadership
  • Safety Understanding
  • Sports Equipment Upkeep
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Facilities Oversight
  • Team Development
  • Game Strategy Development
  • Player Conditioning
  • Motivational Leadership Style
  • Game Coordination
  • Recruitment
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Discipline Oversight
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite of Products
  • Game Rule Understanding
  • Character Development
  • Team Bonding
  • Coaching Meetings
  • Special Events Planning
  • Tournament Procedures
  • Strategic Planning
  • Game Analysis
  • Discipline Management
  • Player Evaluations

Coaching Experience

15 Years

Accomplishments

  • Over 12 Division I signees
  • 1 McDonald's All American
  • 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013 State Champs
  • 2020-22 Undefeated Dist. 14-6A Champs
  • 2017 Undefeated Dist. 7-6A Champs
  • 2022 Freshmen Undefeated Dist. Champs
  • 2023 Integra Classic Gold Division 3rd Place
  • 2022 Woodville Eagle Classic Silver Champs

Organizations

  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated
  • Houston Area Basketball Coaches Assoc.
  • TX High School Coaching Association
  • JSU National Alumni Association
  • Founding Board Member of MADDRAMA
  • Jackson Chamber of Commerce

Timeline

Head Basketball Coach/Online Services Instructor

Texans Can Academies
03.2023 - Current

Varsity First Assistant/Freshman Head Coach

Westfield High School
08.2017 - 03.2023

Freshman/Varsity Assistant

Cedar Hill High School
08.2016 - 06.2017

Varsity Assistant

Callaway High School
08.2008 - 06.2014

Varsity Assistant

Piney Woods School
01.2008 - 06.2008

Business Owner

Wright Enterprises Inc.
06.1999 - Current

Class of 2010-2011 -

LEADERSHIP GREATER JACKSON

B.B.A Marketing -

JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY

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