Neosho Meadows
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Experienced coach and scout with background in identifying and nurturing athletic talent. Skilled in developing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual athlete needs, enhancing team performance, and implementing strategic game plans. Known for fostering positive relationships and creating environments that drive athlete motivation and success. Have significantly contributed to improved team rankings and individual player development through focused coaching strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Coach
SPAR
Shreveport, LA
08.2018 - 09.2024
- Developed training programs to enhance team performance and skill development.
- Facilitated workshops to improve communication and collaboration among team members.
- Implemented coaching strategies tailored to individual athlete needs and goals.
- Coordinated team schedules, ensuring efficient use of practice time and resources.
- Collaborated with other coaches to align training objectives across multiple teams.
- Encouraged players with positive reinforcement during game play or practice sessions.
- Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
- Communicated effectively with parents, administrators, officials, media personnel and other coaches regarding team activities or concerns.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
- Implemented team practice, meeting and game schedules and communicated important information to players, staff and families.
- Attended coaching clinics or workshops in order to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Maintained accurate records of athletes' progress, attendance, and eligibility.
- Monitored and evaluated athlete's performance, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
Assistant Coach
Woodlawn Leadership Academy
Shreveport
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted in developing lesson plans for student leadership programs.
- Coordinated logistics for student events and workshops at the academy.
- Facilitated group discussions to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with other coaching staff members during training sessions.
- Assisted in creating a positive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Encouraged players to work hard while maintaining a fun atmosphere at practice sessions.
- Assisted coaches in planning and organizing practice sessions.
- Assisted with the preparation of game plans and strategies.
- Organized sports equipment for practices and games.
- Communicated with parents regarding team policies, rules, regulations and updates on their child's progress.
- Developed relationships with players to understand their needs better.
- Created drills designed to help enhance speed, agility, coordination and strength.
- Attended team meetings, took notes, and followed instructions from coaches.
- Organized pre-game warmups for teams prior to competitions.
- Helped athletes develop mental toughness through motivation techniques such as goal setting and visualization exercises.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Ashland University
Ashland, Ohio, OH 08.2010 - 06.2015
Woodlawn
Shreveport, LaSkills
- Developing training programs
- Coordination and scheduling
- Strategy implementation
- Communication with stakeholders
- Mentoring and personal development
- Team collaboration
- Athlete performance evaluation
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Group discussion facilitation
- Mental toughness coaching
- Effective feedback provision
- Drill design for skill enhancement
- Team motivation
- Team scheduling
- Motivational leadership style
- Training exercises
- Physical conditioning
- Motivational skills
- Training drills
- Skill development
- Game fundamentals
- Game plays
- Managing recruitment
- Program planning
- Player coaching
Certification
- Certified AAU
- Certified NCAA
Timeline
Assistant Coach
SPAR
08.2018 - 09.2024
Assistant Coach
Woodlawn Leadership Academy
08.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Ashland University
08.2010 - 06.2015
Woodlawn