Malikai Postlewaite
Huntington,WV
Summary
Hello, my name is Malikai Postlewaite, aka "Coach Mali," and I am a young, educated member of my community. I have over 200 hours of community service, as I have played crucial roles in serving the community and in youth development. I also have multiple years of coaching and mentorship experience. I obtained the skills it takes to be a leader through my experiences. I have played basketball my whole life, and I have been lucky to play varsity sports and travel the country in tournaments to compete. I have officiated games, teaching young players the fundamentals of the game, as well as encouraging them with a positive mindset. I have. I coached many games and succeeded, but most importantly, I improved the skills of those around me as we achieved our goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Basketball Trainer
Phil Cline Ymca
Huntington, WV
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained equipment and facilities to ensure a safe training environment.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for various basketball skills such as lay-ups, jump shots, foul shots.
- Assessed player's skill levels in order to assign appropriate drills and exercises geared towards improvement.
- Provided instruction in the fundamentals of basketball including dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, footwork and defense.
- Monitored progress of athletes through observation and analysis of performance.
Workforce Development Trainee
Marshall University Research Corporation
Huntington, WV
06.2024 - Current
- Organized meetings and prepared agendas to ensure productive discussions.
- Attended training sessions and meetings to learn new information and develop personal skills.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
Travel Basketball Coach
Huntington Elite Basketball Program
Huntington, WV
06.2024 - Current
- Organized team events to promote camaraderie and sportsmanship.
- Conducted player evaluations to assess strengths and areas for improvement.
- Implemented training drills focusing on fundamental basketball techniques.
- Communicated regularly with parents about player progress and team activities.
- Assisted in recruiting new players to build a competitive roster.
- Developed and implemented practice plans, game strategies, and drills to improve team performance.
- Motivated and encouraged student athletes to make best effort during practices and games.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
Youth Basketball Program Volunteer
Phil Cline YMCA
Huntington, West Virginia
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Communicated effectively with coaches and players to resolve disputes.
- Maintained a safe playing environment by monitoring player conduct.
- Enforced game rules consistently to promote fair play among teams.
- Called fouls and violations as necessary throughout games.
Youth Basketball Referee
Boys and Girls Club in Gyandotte
Huntington, West Virginia
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Officiated youth basketball games ensuring adherence to rules and regulations.
- Provided clear instructions to players regarding game procedures and expectations.
- Verified player eligibility and equipment before each game.
- Enforced rules and regulations of the game, ensuring a fair and safe play environment for all participants.
Youth Leader
Prevention Empowerment Partnership
Huntington, WV
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Mentored young leaders, providing guidance and support in their initiatives.
- Collaborated with local organizations to create opportunities for youth engagement.
- Created a safe environment for youth to express themselves freely without fear of judgement or ridicule.
- Developed and implemented engaging activities for youth to build social, emotional, and physical skills.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to youth in developing healthy relationships with peers and adults.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss strategies for improving program effectiveness.
Teacher/Counselor Intern
Positive People Associationto
Huntington, West Virginia
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance to tailor instructional methods effectively.
- Organized extracurricular activities to foster student engagement and community building.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Marshall University
Huntington, WVSkills
- Youth mentorship
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Training development
- Community service
- Community resources
- Youth enrichment
- Strong work ethic
- Active listening
- Youth development
- Recruitment
- Strong role model
- Public speaking
Affiliations
- I am currently in school
- I coach a basketball team every summer and help run the program
- I love Basketball!
- I like teaching
Where to find me
- I am on social media where you can see my coaching, training and community service!
- Malikai Postlewaite on everything!
Timeline
Teacher/Counselor Intern
Positive People Associationto
06.2025 - 07.2025
Basketball Trainer
Phil Cline Ymca
01.2025 - Current
Youth Basketball Program Volunteer
Phil Cline YMCA
01.2025 - 02.2025
Youth Basketball Referee
Boys and Girls Club in Gyandotte
09.2024 - 10.2024
Workforce Development Trainee
Marshall University Research Corporation
06.2024 - Current
Travel Basketball Coach
Huntington Elite Basketball Program
06.2024 - Current
Youth Leader
Prevention Empowerment Partnership
06.2022 - 06.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Marshall University