Michael Kent
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance player engagement and boost performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Club Director
Katy United Volleyball Club
07.2011 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs for youth athletes, enhancing skill development and team dynamics.
- Managed club operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and organizational standards.
- Coordinated schedules for practices, tournaments, and events to maximize athlete participation and engagement.
- Fostered relationships with parents, players, and community partners to promote club growth and visibility.
- Mentored coaching staff on best practices in player development and effective communication techniques.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback mechanisms, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Established performance metrics to assess athlete progress, aligning training methods with competitive goals.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Expanded business into new markets.
- Elevated brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging social media and digital platforms.
- Have run tournaments for Katy United as well as AAU Houston Grand Prix.
Head Men's Volleyball Coach
Episcopal High School Of Bellaire
05.2009 - 11.2019
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Analyzed player performance data to inform coaching strategies and improve game tactics.
- Facilitated team meetings to foster communication and build a positive team culture.
- Mentored junior coaches, providing guidance on practice planning and athlete development.
- Evaluated talent during tryouts, selecting players based on skill level and team needs.
- Organized competitive schedules, ensuring effective preparation for tournaments and matches.
- Maintained compliance with league rules, upholding standards of fair play and sportsmanship.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, leading to overall program improvement.
- Established a supportive environment that encouraged growth, accountability, sportsmanship among players.
- Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Enhanced athletes'' skills through targeted drills, strength training, and individualized coaching.
- Expanded community outreach with youth volleyball clinics, increasing youth participation in the sport.
- Motivated athletes to continually improve their skills both on and off the court, resulting in increased success at competitive events.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of athletes to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for further improvement.
- Ensured athlete safety during practices and competitions by following proper protocols and guidelines.
- Created and ran the JV portion of the Houston Cup.
- Created SPC schedule and non conference schedule
Club Volleyball Coach/ Summer Camp Director
Fort Bend Fire Volleyball Club
09.2007 - 07.2011
- Developed comprehensive training programs for skill enhancement and team performance improvement.
- Mentored junior coaches, fostering professional development and enhancing coaching techniques across the program.
- Implemented innovative drills that focused on enhancing teamwork, communication skills, and tactical understanding.
- Established effective communication channels among players, parents, and assistant coaches to promote transparency and engagement.
- Created all summer camp scripts.
- Staffed all summer camps
- Ran the junior high summer league. Created teams, schedules and training scripts for over 150 athletes.
Middle School Volleyball/Girls Lacrosse/Head Coach Boys Soccer
St. Francis Episcopal Day School
01.2007 - 04.2011
- Developed comprehensive training programs enhancing player skills and teamwork.
- Implemented game strategies focusing on player strengths and opponent weaknesses.
- Cultivated positive relationships with players, parents, and school administration to support program goals.
- Mentored student-athletes in balancing their academic obligations alongside their athletic commitments successfully.
- Facilitated parent involvement through consistent communication channels ensuring a strong support system surrounding the program.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milford High School
Milford05-2004
No Degree -
Fisher College
Boston, MABachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Houston
Houston, TX05-2010
Skills
- Proficient in AES implementation
- Tournament organization in AES Score management and tournament execution
- Knowledgeable about sports engine functionality
Accomplishments
19 years of volleyball coaching experience
8 years of playing experience
Founded Katy United Volleyball Club and grew it to 43 total teams ages 7-18
Qualified for USAV nationals 8 times. With the highest finish being 2nd in the country
Produced 3 AAU All-Americans
Produced 18 All-SPC players
Planned and executed pre-season summer camps for Sweeney HS, East Bernard HS, Boling HS, Needville HS, Sam Houston HS, Brenham HS and Faith Academy HS
Certification
Member of USAV and then Lone Star Region
USAV Impact/Safe Sport certified
USAV provisional official
Member of the American Volleyball Coaches Association
Member of the Greater Houston Volleyball Coaches Association
Member of the Positive Coaching Alliance
CPR/First Aid/AED certified
Safeguarding god's children
Timeline
Owner/Club Director
Katy United Volleyball Club
07.2011 - Current
Head Men's Volleyball Coach
Episcopal High School Of Bellaire
05.2009 - 11.2019
Club Volleyball Coach/ Summer Camp Director
Fort Bend Fire Volleyball Club
09.2007 - 07.2011
Middle School Volleyball/Girls Lacrosse/Head Coach Boys Soccer
St. Francis Episcopal Day School
01.2007 - 04.2011
High School Diploma -
Milford High School
No Degree -
Fisher College
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Houston
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