Luke Barker
Mount Laurel,NJ
Summary
Professional Baseball Player with proven success at the highest levels of the sport. Extensive experience in high leverage athletic situations and working within a team environment to achieve competitive success. Accustomed to building strong networking connections with teammates, competitors, and colleagues across all levels of the sports world. Manages time efficiently and works well under pressure. Experienced in all facets of baseball training, injury prevention, and performance evaluation. Educated at the graduate level in exercise physiology and biomechanics. Has experience in biomechanical research and motion tracking technology. Holds a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification and has experience training groups of high level athletes. Highly motivated to use unique experiences in baseball to help propel into next career. Additionally interested in golf, sports business, construction and woodworking. Used time baseball between baseball seasons to gain experience woodworking and completing custom renovation projects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Custom Woodworker
Unpaid Work
2020.06 - Current
- Chose appropriate lumber and supplies for 50+ projects based on wood species, project type, client needs and budgets.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine necessary tools and materials.
- Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, routers, table saws and sanders.
- Built products tailored to meet needs and specifications of clients.
Professional Baseball Player
Milwaukee Brewers
2016.11 - 2022.08
- Adapted quickly to changing game plans and strategies.
- Optimized nutrition, training regimens and lifestyle choices to keep fitness at optimal levels.
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches, and game officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
- Worked with coaches and trainers to understand and implement improvement strategies.
- Practiced with team on schedule and trained alone to enhance athletic abilities and contributions to team success.
- Improved team performance by consistently executing strategic plays and maintaining strong work ethic during practice sessions.
Professional Baseball Player
Gigantes Del Cibao
2019.10 - 2019.12
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches, and game officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
- Worked with coaches and trainers to understand and implement improvement strategies.
- Trained extensively and observed proper nutrition for weeks leading up to national-level fitness competitions.
Part Time Strength and Conditioning Consultant
California State University, Chico
2015.08 - 2017.02
- Developed and implemented programs focused on improving power, speed and endurance.
- Helped athletes set, pursue and attain individual and team goals.
- Promoted culture of dedication and hard work.
- Led training sessions for more than 100 high-performance Division-II athletes for both male and female athletic teams
Assistant Baseball Coach
California State University, Chico
2015.08 - 2017.02
- Assisted head coach in baseball practice and game planning, skill development, and upkeep of field
- Assessed players' skills by closely monitoring players during practice and competitions.
- Instructed 35+ athletes in performance principles and game strategies and rules to achieve desired results, specific to pitching.
- Managed strength training and conditioning programs to help players maintain prime physical condition throughout season.
- Helped coordinate travel logistics
Professional Baseball Player
Traverse City Beach Bums
2016.04 - 2016.09
- Adapted quickly to changing game plans and strategies.
- Followed instructions from coaches to execute consistent and effective results.
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches, and game officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
- Managed time effectively while traveling for games, attending practice, and going to classes.
Education
Master of Arts - Kinesiology Emphasis in Biomechanics
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA12.2014
Skills
- Exercise Program Implementation
- Performance Analysis
- Injury Prevention
- Problem-solving abilities
- Coordinating travel
- Networking
- Research Design
- Game Strategy Development
- Project Planning
- Power tool safety and operation
- Materials Estimates
Accomplishments
2022 MLB Debut
2021 AAA East Post Season All Star
2021 Milwaukee Brewers Organizational All Star
2019 Southern League Mid Season All Star
2018 Carolina League Reliever of the Year
2018 Milwaukee Brewers Organizational All Star
2014 NCAA D-II Academic All American
2014 NCAA D-II First Team All American
2014-15 Chico State Bud Hanna Male Scholar Athlete of the Year
2014-15 NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship Grant recipient
Certification
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Timeline
Custom Woodworker
Unpaid Work
2020.06 - Current
Professional Baseball Player
Gigantes Del Cibao
2019.10 - 2019.12
Professional Baseball Player
Milwaukee Brewers
2016.11 - 2022.08
Professional Baseball Player
Traverse City Beach Bums
2016.04 - 2016.09
Part Time Strength and Conditioning Consultant
California State University, Chico
2015.08 - 2017.02
Assistant Baseball Coach
California State University, Chico
2015.08 - 2017.02
Master of Arts - Kinesiology Emphasis in Biomechanics
California State University - Chico
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
California State University - Chico
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
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