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MATTHEW MERINO

MATTHEW MERINO

Palm Desert,CA

Summary

Motivated and adaptable professional with hands-on experience in team operations, sports marketing, and event logistics, paired with a strong academic background in sociology and human services. Skilled in communication, organization, and relationship-building, with a proven ability to support teams, manage logistics, and foster strong connections across diverse environments. Ready to bring energy, reliability, and a team-first attitude to any opportunity.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing/Sponsorship

Ihoop Gear
Palm Desert, California
12.2020 - Current
  • Directed marketing efforts for a sports team apparel business
  • Developed campaigns and strategies to increase brand visibility
  • Drove sales and engaged target audiences across social media and local events

Assistant Tournament Director

Maxpreps
Rancho Mirage, California
12.2021 - 12.2024
  • Managed communications between teams, officials, and event staff effectively.
  • Assisted with registration processes and ensured compliance with tournament rules.
  • Coordinated tournament schedules and logistics for high school sporting events.
  • Handled hotel bookings for teams, coaches, and staff—coordinating group rates, rooming lists, and last-minute adjustments
  • Acted as a point of contact for team needs, answering questions and helping accommodate everything from transportation to scheduling concerns

Student Manager

UNLV Men's Basketball
Las Vegas, Nevada
06.2022 - 03.2024
  • Served as a student manager for a Division I college basketball team
  • Supported daily operations including practice setup, equipment management, film breakdown, and travel logistics
  • Collaborated closely with coaching staff and players to ensure efficiency, organization, and team readiness on and off the court

Team Assistant

Denver Nuggets
Grand Rapids, Minnesota
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Supported coaching staff with logistics for practice setup and player movements during games.
  • Collaborated with equipment team to manage gear and uniforms, ensuring timely fulfillment of player needs.
  • Acted as primary assistant for Director of Basketball Operations, coordinating meals, transportation, and errands.
  • Maintained a professional environment by proactively addressing logistical challenges and assisting staff.
  • Acquired insights into operations of professional sports organization and impact of small tasks on team success.

Education

B.A. - Sociology, Human Services

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas
05.2025

Skills

  • Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish (excellent for communicating with diverse athletes and staff)
  • Team & Travel Logistics Management (meals, flights, hotels, transportation)
  • Strong Communication & Leadership (experienced working with coaches, staff, and athletes at various levels)
  • Adaptable Under Pressure (able to pivot quickly and solve problems in real-time)
  • Event & Tournament Coordination

Languages

English Native, Spanish Native

Timeline

Team Assistant

Denver Nuggets
06.2023 - 07.2023

Student Manager

UNLV Men's Basketball
06.2022 - 03.2024

Assistant Tournament Director

Maxpreps
12.2021 - 12.2024

Marketing/Sponsorship

Ihoop Gear
12.2020 - Current

B.A. - Sociology, Human Services

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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