Matthew S. Blaylock
Laramie,WY
Summary
Dedicated Basketball Coach well-versed in developing skilled players and good citizens with diverse abilities in athletic, academic and social arenas. Award-winning competitor with demonstrated track record of success in team and program leadership. Offering 20 plus years of experience in sports.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
Gem City United CO
03.2022 - Current
- Resolved issues and recommended actions based on production and compliance reports.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Attended trade shows and client meetings, promoting company brand and building rapport with prospects and partners.
- Developed, maintained and operated company's web presence, developing original text and image content for company website and designing HTML and email promotions.
- Fostered new business through participation in trade shows and initiating communications with prospective clients via phone and email .
- Orchestrated positive media coverage and stakeholder relations as public face of company.
Girls Basketball Coach
Rock River School
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Conveyed rules and regulations clearly, promoting better understanding among players and decreasing fouls during games.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
Student Intern
University Of Wyoming
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Gained operational knowledge and supported departmental needs.
- Performed administrative duties and staff support tasks.
- Planned, prepared and participated in weekly meetings and events.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets and produced timely reports.
- Worked on projects using knowledge gained in classes to put together recommendations for issues.
- Maintained organized inventory by checking stock to determine supply levels, expediting orders and delivering materials to work stations.
- Upheld office schedule and calendar to coordinate workflow and meetings.
- Represented company at industry trade shows and had direct interaction with consumers.
Head Football Coach
Laramie Middle School
07.2015 - 06.2019
- Promoted football program to administrators, families, and community.
- Upheld highest standards for maintaining nondiscriminatory practices in player selection.
- Scheduled and oversaw robust calendar of practices, special events and conference games.
- Collaborated with administrators to establish framework for player participation and awards.
- Assessed individual skills and physical abilities to make appropriate position assignments.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers.
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
Girls Basketball Coach
Laramie High School
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Worked with boosters to obtain full funding and support for program.
- Conveyed rules and regulations clearly, promoting better understanding among players and decreasing fouls during games.
Owner
The Doo House - Pet Waste Removal
01.2010 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
- Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
Education
Master of Science - Sports Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching
United States Sports Academy
Daphne, AL11.2019
Skills
- Coaching Organizing Teaching Leading Scheduling Planning
- Organizational Leadership
- Program Management
- Event Planning
- Staff Training
- Marketing Expertise
- Remote Team Management
- College Athletics
- Mission and Vision
- Media Coverage
Affiliations
NCAA Regional Rules Seminar – Denver (2019) – Rocky Mountain Regional Symposium (2019) - PGC/Glazier Basketball Coaches Clinic (2017) - Glazier Football Coaches Clinic (2017)
Certification
Concussion Certified
CPR Certified
Timeline
President
Gem City United CO
03.2022 - Current
Girls Basketball Coach
Rock River School
09.2020 - 09.2022
Girls Basketball Coach
Laramie High School
09.2020 - 09.2022
Student Intern
University Of Wyoming
06.2019 - 11.2019
Head Football Coach
Laramie Middle School
07.2015 - 06.2019
Owner
The Doo House - Pet Waste Removal
01.2010 - Current
Master of Science - Sports Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching
United States Sports Academy
Concussion Certified
CPR Certified
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