Michael Nesmith
Fleming Island,FL
Summary
Dynamic Head Basketball Coach with a proven record in motivational leadership and player development. Expertise in strategic planning and performance analysis to enhance team dynamics and individual skills. Experienced in fostering a positive team culture and effective communication. Developed comprehensive training programs and utilized performance analysis to drive strategic improvements, enhancing player capabilities and team cohesion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Girls' Basketball Coach
Orange Park High School
07.2020 - 03.2026
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for student-athletes to enhance performance and skill development.
- Led strategic planning sessions to set seasonal goals and objectives for the girls' basketball program.
- Fostered a positive team culture through effective communication, motivation, and conflict resolution among players.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement, enhancing team strategies and individual player skills.
- Coordinated scheduling of practices, games, and tournaments while managing logistics for travel arrangements.
- Mentored assistant coaches in best practices for athlete development and game preparation techniques.
- Established community outreach initiatives to promote the girls' basketball program and engage with local supporters.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Maintained and balanced budget for team
Head Basketball Coach
Orange Park Jr. High School
11.2018 - 07.2020
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Analyzed game performance to identify areas for improvement and strategic adjustments.
- Evaluated player performance through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Increased player strength, agility, and game skills through successful practices.
- Collaborated with school administration to promote athletics within the school community.
- Organized fundraising activities to support team expenses and initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05.2015
Skills
- Strength training
- Motivational leadership
- Individualized training
- Defensive tactics
- Game strategy
- Performance analysis
- Academic support
- Fundraising
- Offensive techniques
- Player development
- Verbal and written communication
- Strategic planning
- Team bonding
- Recruitment of Players to College
Accomplishments
District Championship - 2022. 2025, 2026
FACA District Coach of the Year- 2022, 2026
Certification
- Certified Teacher, Math 5 - 9 and ESE
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Head Girls' Basketball Coach
Orange Park High School
07.2020 - 03.2026
Head Basketball Coach
Orange Park Jr. High School
11.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Delaware