Matthew Bright
Tyler,TX
Summary
Accomplished Coach in Football, Baseball and Basketball with over 20 years of experience guiding and mentoring athletes, helping them to achieve maximized performance levels and success in the sport of Baseball. Adept in helping players to nurture their existing competencies, while also learning and fostering new and beneficial skills. Experienced in instructing players regarding new and improved forms, performance techniques, and endurance supporting exercises. Bringing forth a strong devotion to the game of Baseball and other Athletic programs and a love for guiding athletes throughout their athletic journeys. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic Coach eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of UIL Rules and Regulations and training in sports and a person of the people. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Athletics and to help young men and women succeed not only in sports but life as well. Great at planning and running entertaining programs as accomplished Sports Director of different Athletic Programs. Offers record of success in increasing participation with empowered staff and fresh offerings for new interests. Excels and handling back-end paperwork, finances and supply management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Baseball Coach
Cumberland Academy High School
Tyler, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Enthusiastically coached JV and Varsity teams
- Evaluated, recruited, and retained talented players
- Hosted preseason and practice sessions and games
- Established Youth Baseball camp for youth
- Was vital part of bringing Post Season Playoff Series hosted by school
- Brought forth effective leadership skills and offered powerful motivation
- Performed general administrative tasks and ran organized program
- Honored commitment to school and supported their mission
- Helped achieve more wins for both teams in School History
- Has established two baseball tournaments to be hosted by
- Cumberland Academy in 2022 for first time in school history
- Had 4 members of 2021 Knights team make All-District team for first time in school history.
- Managed team budget, documented expenditures and coordinated with volunteers and staff to push fundraising efforts
- Instructed athletes in performance principles and game strategies and rules to achieve desired results
- Monitored athletes' use of equipment to verify safe and proper use
- Developed plans for trips to play opposing teams
- Assessed players' skills by closely monitoring players during practice and competitions
- Reacted to unwarranted changes in player status, team success and personal performance with adaptability
- Managed strength training and conditioning programs to help players maintain prime physical condition throughout season
- Exercised effective communication with members of community and team, acting as liaison and public face for organization
- Conducted 5 practices each week focused on developing high-performing and well-rounded players
- Planned and directed game strategies
President of Operations
Brownsboro Little Dribblers
Brownsboro, TX
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Identified opportunities to improve league. Made necessary adjustments to successfully help Little Dribblers program grow.
- Made sure League operated under Rules and Provisions set forth by Little Dribblers National Organization
- Had over 20 teams that had 8 kids on each team that I was responsible for to make sure uniforms, practices, and games were handled and ran efficiently
- Oversaw income intake and with help of my treasurer made deposits each week for league
- Handled daily facility scheduling and equipment use
- Performed inventories on sports equipment and ordered more or made repairs
- Planned seasonal camps for students between Kindergarten and 8th grade
- Paired individuals to achieve best fit for athletic and academic programs
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions
- Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times
- Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals
- Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards
- Trained workers in service policies, safety requirements and specifics of activities
- Assigned schedules and specific tasks to workers for optimal coverage
- Boosted loyalty and retained customers by resolving diverse concerns with service or operations
- Monitored workers for performance, professionalism and service quality
President/Head Baseball Coach
East Texas Heat Baseball
Tyler, AL
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Instructed athletes in fundamental skills and strategies to realize maximum performance levels
- Planned and implemented weekly beneficial drills and practice games
- Helped players to improve their individual success as well as team success
- Promoted self-esteem, values associated with sportsmanship, and sense of discipline
- Qualified for USSSA World Series two out of last three years.
Education
Interdisciplinary Studies W/Psychology
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX05.2023
High School Diploma - History
Brownsboro High School
Brownsboro, TX05.1993
Skills
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Ability to Work in Team
- Ability to Work Under
- Pressure
- Self-motivation
- Conflict Resolution
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Computer Skills
- Fast Learner
- Teamwork
- Effective Time Management
- Leadership
- Leadership Skills
- Communication Skills
- Creativity and Innovation
- Collaboration Skills
- Outstanding Coaching
- Techniques
- Conditioning Skills
- Effective Coaching
- Program Operation Skills
- Integrity and Transparency
- Change and Growth Management
- Leadership and People Development
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Operations Support
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Operations Leadership
- Revenue Growth
- Team Goals
- Appointment Scheduling
- Professional Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Motivational Leadership
- Developing Training Programs
- Training Employees
- Guest Relations
- Personnel Management
- Activity Development
- Corrective Actions
- Department Development
- Innovative and Visionary
- Team Member Development
- People and Culture
- Verbal and written communication
- Coach orientation
- Event management
- Athletic program development
- Coordination of facilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
Accomplishments
- Techniques
- Baseball Analytics
- Recruitment and Retainment
- Professional Enthusiasm
Additional Information
I know the Athletes. I know what their desires and wants are. Have a great understanding of the needs of the Athletic program. I seek to help put this ISD on the map for Athletics. To make this ISD recognized as a leader in the community with OUR athletes and coaches is my main priority.
Timeline
Assistant Baseball Coach
Cumberland Academy High School
08.2020 - Current
President of Operations
Brownsboro Little Dribblers
06.2020 - 05.2022
President/Head Baseball Coach
East Texas Heat Baseball
03.2019 - 05.2021
Interdisciplinary Studies W/Psychology
Trinity Valley Community College
High School Diploma - History
Brownsboro High School
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