Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Affiliations
Accomplishments
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Matt Cervone

Canton

Summary

Dynamic baseball instructor with a proven track record at Relentless Sports Academy, excelling in team leadership and conflict resolution. Skilled in developing customized training programs that enhance player performance and foster sportsmanship. I demonstrated communication skills to both my clients and their parents. Adept at regulatory compliance and report writing, ensuring a safe and positive environment for athletes and spectators alike. I performed great time management, ensuring I opened and closed Yogli Mogli at the correct hours. I was able to properly communicate with customers and solve any issues that may arise. I demonstrated the ability to de-escalate situations as an Umpire with coaches, players, and fans causing issues.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Baseball Instructor

Relentless Sports Academy
Canton
08.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrated defensive drills for infielders, outfielders and catchers.
  • Enforced safety regulations while monitoring players during practice sessions or games.
  • Provided feedback to players on their individual performances during practice sessions.
  • Organized and conducted practices that focused on skill development and strategy execution.
  • Implemented conditioning exercises designed to increase strength, speed and agility for baseball athletes.
  • Scheduled practice times according to availability of fields, equipment, coaches and players.
  • Trained athletes on the fundamentals of pitching mechanics, velocity development and mental strategies.
  • Encouraged players to maintain a positive attitude throughout practice sessions with an emphasis on teamwork.
  • Motivated athletes through positive reinforcement techniques such as verbal praise or rewards systems.
  • Assessed player's abilities to determine strengths and weaknesses in order to develop customized training programs.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding athlete progress and any issues that may arise.
  • Instructed baseball players on proper batting technique, including stance and swing.
  • Provided one-on-one coaching on unique requirements of each position.
  • Demonstrated correct game play and citizenship behaviors.
  • Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
  • Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
  • Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.

Baseball Umpire

Atlanta Umpires
Atlanta
03.2019 - Current
  • Communicated with team coaches when necessary to maintain good sportsmanship.
  • Attended pregame meetings with teams to discuss ground rules for each game.
  • Maintained knowledge of baseball rules and regulations in order to enforce them correctly.
  • Educated new umpires on proper techniques for making calls during games.
  • Managed time efficiently by keeping games on schedule while still allowing for breaks between innings.
  • Held postgame debriefings with umpire crews in order to review individual performances from the day's games.
  • Checked field conditions before games to make sure it was safe for play.
  • Inspected equipment prior to games to ensure safety standards were met.
  • Filed reports after each game detailing any infractions or issues that arose.
  • Ensured that all players, coaches, and spectators followed the rules of the game.
  • Notified teams of any rule changes or violations during the game.
  • Kept track of outs, innings, and score during the game.
  • Made rulings on plays such as tag-outs, force-outs, and home runs.
  • Acted as a mediator between opposing teams if arguments broke out between players or coaches.
  • Managed behavior of players, coaches and crowd to facilitate gameplay.
  • Managed safe and positive environment for players and spectators.
  • Fostered sportsmanship among players and coaches to minimize in-game conflict.

Shift Lead

Yogli Mogli
Marietta
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Performed administrative tasks including filing documents, data entry.
  • Utilized problem solving skills to resolve conflicts between customers and employees.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Maintained store appearance by cleaning, stocking shelves, and ensuring merchandise was properly displayed.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures such as setting alarm systems, counting money.
  • Enforced store policies regarding returns, exchanges, refunds, discounts.
  • Resolved conflicts between customers, employees, and vendors in a timely manner.
  • Handled cash register transactions accurately while providing excellent customer service.
  • Reviewed daily sales reports and monitored financial performance metrics.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Report writing
  • Team leadership
  • Data entry
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Empathy and patience
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Naxalone Certified

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Affiliations

  • I am a current student at Kennesaw State University, entering my Senior year
  • I am heavily involved in a local ministry called North Star Church
  • I am a member of the Theta Xi Fraternity
  • I am a memeber of the Kennesaw State Club Baseball Team
  • I enjoy the outdoors and going on hikes/walks
  • I enjoy working out

Accomplishments

  • Excell in academics, having one of the highest GPAs in the fraternity
  • A servant leader at North Star Church
  • Being named team MVP for my highschool baseball team senior year, this was given to excellence on and off the field
  • Being nominated to mutliple chair positions, including health and safety, in my fraternity

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Baseball Instructor

Relentless Sports Academy
08.2024 - Current

Shift Lead

Yogli Mogli
08.2023 - 09.2024

Baseball Umpire

Atlanta Umpires
03.2019 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Kennesaw State University