Mason Hughes
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level athletic position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Kind and respectful to all colleagues, staff, visitors, students, athletes, coaches, and parents.
Experienced Wrestling Coach with 3 years of experience coaching youth of different ages and abilities. Athletic role model, supportive of youth achievement and life-long implementor of healthy habits and balance. Inspirational leader with creative approach to motivating team and solving interpersonal conflicts.
Hardworking Baseball Coach well-versed in coordinating and overseeing drills, scrimmages and practices to cultivate player skill-building and game preparation. Demonstrating strong knowledge of game fundamentals and strategy, honed across 8 years of experience in coaching environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Intern
Girls Preparatory School
01.2024 - Current
- Managed equipment inventory and maintenance tasks, guaranteeing safe and functional gear for all athletes.
- Assisted coaches in practices/games
- Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
- Promoted a positive culture within the athletic department
- Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
- Coordinated with other entertainment venues to create joint promotional events.
- Assisted in setup of multiple athletic events such as senior nights and national signing day
- Responsible for paying officials/referees
- Offered hospitality and navigation to visiting teams
- Assisted in the creation of the schools updated emergency action plan
- Offered valuable feedback on upcoming athletic projects
- Assisted in sales at concessions
- Offered positive support to all athletes
- Kind and respectful to all staff
- Took on all tasks head on and stepped out of comfort zone
Grounds Crew Manager
Rivermont Youth Athletic Association
05.2020 - Current
- Achieved timely project completion with strong organizational skills and proactive planning.
- Improved team productivity by providing comprehensive training and ongoing support to staff members.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork and encouraging professional development opportunities for crew members.
- Enhanced landscape appearance by implementing effective grounds maintenance strategies and techniques.
- Supervised seasonal planting projects to maintain a visually appealing landscape throughout the year.
- Reduced maintenance costs through the efficient use of resources and materials.
- Conducted regular assessments of grounds conditions, identifying areas requiring attention or improvement.
- Stayed current on industry trends and best practices through continuous education efforts, applying this knowledge to improve overall grounds management efforts.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Baseball Umpire
Self Employed
03.2014 - Current
- Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
- Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
- Fielded questions from athletes and coaches regarding specific scenarios and calls.
- Promoted fair play by consistently enforcing baseball regulations throughout each match.
- Collaborated with fellow umpire team members to ensure accurate decision-making during games.
- Communicated strikes and runs with precision.
- Monitored integrity of athletic conduct concerning athletes and coaches.
- Managed stressful game situations with poise, maintaining control of the field at all times.
- Kept games on schedule by starting promptly and making correct calls.
- Resolved disputes between players and coaches, ensuring respectful communication and adherence to game rules.
- Umpired seasonal and tournament games.
- Communicated with fans, coaches, players, and other umpires.
- Upheld positive relationships with coaches, players, and league officials to foster a respectful environment within the sport.
- Attended training sessions regularly to stay updated on rule changes, improving overall officiating quality in games.
- Officiated games fairly and impartially using sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Retained knowledge of sporting rules and regulations for compliant adjudication.
- Conducted pre-game meetings with coaches to review expectations and reiterate rules.
Middle School Wrestling Coach
New Hope Middle School
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Recruited talented individuals to join the wrestling program through outreach initiatives at local feeder schools or clubs.
- Enhanced wrestler technique through focused one-on-one coaching sessions, leading to increased wins in competitions.
- Developed effective communication protocols among athletes, coaches, and parents, promoting transparency and trust within the program.
- Strengthened athlete conditioning by incorporating strength training exercises, improving overall physical fitness levels.
- Cultivated a culture of teamwork by facilitating collaborative drills during practice sessions that emphasized cooperation among athletes.
- Established a safe and supportive environment for athletes, fostering personal growth and development both on and off the mat.
- Improved team performance by developing and implementing customized training programs for individual wrestlers.
- Demonstrated proper technique for penetrating, lifting and pinning for team and coaching staff.
- Assisted head coach by overseeing practice warmups, conditioning and daily exercises while modeling technique.
- Educated individuals on importance of proper nutritional and sleep habits, demonstrating impact on physical performance.
- Individually coached struggling players to help boost confidence and meet personal goals.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies through proper warm-up routines, reducing instances of injury among athletes.
- Mentored wrestlers in goal-setting strategies, helping them achieve their individual objectives throughout the season.
- Collaborated with school administrators to promote the wrestling program, resulting in increased student participation and interest.
- Evaluated wrestler performance during practice sessions and provided constructive feedback for ongoing improvement.
Youth Baseball Coach
Rivermont Youth Athletic Association
09.2016 - 08.2023
- Implemented injury prevention strategies, reducing incidence of player injuries during practices and games.
- Improved overall team morale by fostering a positive, supportive atmosphere both on and off the field.
- Assisted players in setting and achieving individual goals, resulting in personal growth and development.
- Established clear expectations for player conduct, promoting sportsmanship and respect among teammates.
- Increased team success through strategic game planning and lineup adjustments.
- Tailored individualized training plans according to specific needs of each athlete while also considering overall team objectives.
- Collaborated with other coaches to exchange ideas and refine coaching techniques for better results on the field.
- Organized efficient practices to maximize skill-building opportunities within limited time constraints.
- Enhanced player performance by implementing effective drills and practice routines.
- Mentored young athletes in developing leadership qualities that translated into success both on the field and beyond their baseball careers.
- Modeled appropriate behavior on and off field.
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching.
- Planned and directed game strategies.
- Developed profound sense of team belonging throughout season.
- Conducted four practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
Student Athletic Center Supervisor
McCallie School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed daily operations in a fast-paced environment while ensuring adherence to safety regulations and school policies.
- Maintained compliance with school policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined by school to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
- Supervised safety of students
- Made sure center stayed clean for visitors and students alike
Batboy
Chattanooga Lookouts
03.2017 - 08.2019
- Streamlined locker room organization by systematically arranging player uniforms and gear for easy access.
- Consistently supported teammates'' needs, fostering an inclusive atmosphere within the team dynamic.
- Upheld team reputation by demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence in all aspects of the role.
- Collaborated closely with coaching staff to address any areas of concern regarding player performance or wellbeing.
- Ensured smooth gameplay by rapidly retrieving stray balls during live-action events, maintaining game flow without interruption.
- Facilitated seamless travel logistics for away games, coordinating transportation arrangements and accommodations for the entire team.
- Collaborated with other departments in facility to promote teamwork and heighten service quality.
- Incorporated stage props to engage audience and create unforgettable moments.
- Issued tickets to customers and collected payment and fees for desired services.
- Delivered information and details of interest about facility to visitors.
- Promoted safety of visitors and mitigated liability risks by monitoring recreation areas, enforcing rules and safety policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport, Outdoor Recreation, And Tourism
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05.2024
High School Diploma -
McCallie School
Chattanooga, TN05.2019
Skills
- Team Management
- Sport-Specific Skills
- Coaching Techniques
- Athlete Monitoring
- Sports knowledge
- Scheduling and Planning
- Goal Setting and Achievement
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Networking and relationship building
- Facility Management
- Ticket Sales
- Hospitality
- Weather Monitoring
- Landscape Management
- Problem Resolution
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Schedule Management
- Motivational Leadership
- Individualized Coaching
- Team Training
- Physical Conditioning
- Group facilitation
- Match rules
- Wrestling Rules Proficiency
- Wrestling fundamentals
- Match Analysis Expertise
- Decision-Making
- Practice Management
- Schedule Coordination
- Performance Improvements
- Rule Enforcement
Accomplishments
2x TSSAA State Wrestling Place winner for McCallie School
4x TSSAA Region Wrestling Place Winner, 1x finalist, 2x 3rd Place, 1x 4th Place
Halls Invitational Wrestling Champion
District, State, and World Series Champion Baseball Coach (Dizzy Dean)
High School Diploma from The McCallie School
Bachelors of Science from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga from the school of Health and Human Performance, specifically in Sport, Outdoor Recreation, and Tourism
Affiliations
- Lambda Chi Alpha
- University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Creative Writing and English Club
- Ducks Unlimited
- Rivermont Youth Athletic Association
Additional Information
I pride myself on beeing a kind, inclusive, polite and respectful individual. I was raised by an awesome mother and father who have sacrifced more for me than I will ever be able to pay back in this life or the next. I was blessed with an awesome little sister and a family that loves and supports everyone.
Timeline
Athletic Intern
Girls Preparatory School
01.2024 - Current
Middle School Wrestling Coach
New Hope Middle School
10.2021 - 12.2023
Grounds Crew Manager
Rivermont Youth Athletic Association
05.2020 - Current
Student Athletic Center Supervisor
McCallie School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Batboy
Chattanooga Lookouts
03.2017 - 08.2019
Youth Baseball Coach
Rivermont Youth Athletic Association
09.2016 - 08.2023
Baseball Umpire
Self Employed
03.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sport, Outdoor Recreation, And Tourism
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
High School Diploma -
McCallie School
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