Marcus Ruiz
El Paso,TX
Summary
Focused coach successful at coaching athletes and optimizing program operations. Works with players of different skills levels to develop talent, improve strength and enhance stamina for top gameplay. Versed in rules and winning strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach 15u
Nike Pro Skills
El Paso, TX
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted skill development sessions for players of all abilities.
- Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
- Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
Assistant Head Men's Basketball Coach
Southwest Desert Hoops Semi-Pro
El Paso, TX
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Analyzed player performance and game footage to identify areas for improvement and strategic adjustments.
- Facilitated communication between coaches, administrators, faculty members, boosters and alumni.
- Coordinated community service activities involving members of the men's basketball team.
- Designed and executed off-season training programs to maintain player fitness and skill levels.
- Helped lead team to a ABA/PBA FInal Four Appearance
- 14-1 finish 2 seasons in a row, #2 national ABA ranking
Director of Media Relations
Southwest DesertHoops
EL Paso , Texas
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Identified client groups and audiences, determining best way to communicate publicity information.
- Cultivated and managed relationships with influential media contacts, resulting in a 50% increase in favorable media placements.
- Formulated and implemented crisis communication strategies to adeptly handle and alleviate negative publicity, safeguarding the company's reputation.
- Directed a team of media relations experts to effectively pitch and secure prominent media opportunities, topping in a 25% growth in media partnerships.
Sports Performance Specialist
Top View Fitness
El Paso, TX
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Worked closely with athletes to monitor and direct strength and cardio training.
- Offered professional knowledge about ways to properly integrate supplements into diet and lifestyle.
- Created new programs that guided in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction. Assisted in designing individualized nutritional goals and plans.
- Set clear performance targets and evaluated player and team achievements.
- Trained all the top high school athletes, collegiate (UTEP), professional baseball (Chihuahuas), and professional soccer (EP Locomotives) in the city.
Collegiate Basketball Player
California Miramar University
San Diego, CA
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Followed rigorous practice schedule, maintained dress requirements and always contributed to team improvements.
- Studied competitors to understand different strategies and gain important advantages.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by motivating teammates during practice sessions.
- Shot 40% from the 3 point line.
- Played and contributed vs some of the top NAIA, Division 2 and 3 schools in the west coast.
High School Basketball Player
Montwood High School
El Paso, Texas
04.2013 - 06.2016
- Listened to coaches, trainers and support staff and implemented suggestions to enhance team contributions.
- Team Captain for 2 years on Varsity
- Set the all time school record for 3 point percentage.
- Top 5 in scoring in the city my senior season.
- Named All tournament 1st team twice in New Mexico and Texas Tournaments.
- 1-6A 2nd Team All City (Junior Season)
- 1-6A 1st Team All City (Senior Season)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
California Miramar University
San Diego08-2024
Skills
- Skill building
- Recruitment and development
- Special events planning
- Athletic training plan development
- Motivational leadership
- Game organization
- Game strategy development
Timeline
Head Coach 15u
Nike Pro Skills
05.2022 - 08.2023
Assistant Head Men's Basketball Coach
Southwest Desert Hoops Semi-Pro
09.2021 - 01.2022
Director of Media Relations
Southwest DesertHoops
02.2021 - 01.2022
Sports Performance Specialist
Top View Fitness
06.2020 - 02.2021
Collegiate Basketball Player
California Miramar University
08.2016 - 12.2019
High School Basketball Player
Montwood High School
04.2013 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
California Miramar University
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