Mike Gaffney
Springfield,IL
Summary
Results-driven coach with over 10 years of experience in basketball. Skilled in strategic analysis and team coordination, contributing to multiple championship wins and player skill enhancement. Committed to fostering athlete growth and optimizing team performance.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Coach
Sacred Heart-Griffin High School
Springfield, IL
03.2013 - 02.2024
- Developed and implemented off season training programs to enhance player skill development.
- Worked with players one-on-one and in small groups with focused training sessions to improve individual skills
- Assisted head coach in breaking down opponents game video to analyze opponent strengths and weaknesses in order to develop a game plan.
- Assisted head coach by evaluating player performance through video analysis and statistical data to provide constructive feedback for improvement.
- Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
- Helped the head coach coordinate practice schedule to ensuring optimal use of time and the most effective drills to prepare the team for the upcoming season/game.
- Served as the Junior Varsity Coach for seven seasons.
- Had a record of 118-20 in the seven seasons as the junior varsity coach.
Public Service Administrator
State of Illinois
Springfield, IL
09.1985 - 06.2020
- Coordinated public outreach initiatives to enhance community engagement and awareness of services.
- Managed multiple contracts and grants with outside vendors.
- Oversaw project timelines, ensuring compliance with state regulations and standards.
- Improved overall department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new organizational systems.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for public service programs, resulting in increased community outreach and engagement.
Head Basketball Coach
CentraI Illinois Predators
Springfield, IL
2005 - 2011
- Developed practice schedules and drills. Set up travel and tournament schedules.
- Developed players' skills through targeted training sessions and personalized coaching, resulting in improved on-court abilities.
- Had two players receive Division I scholarship offers. Four other players played college basketball.
- Won multiple American Youth Basketball Tour National Titles.
- Won an AAU Super Regional to qualify for AAU Nationals.
- Won two United States Junior National tournaments.
Head Basketball Coach
St. Joseph School
Springfield, IL
2003 - 2011
- Duties at St. Joseph's were very similar to the two previous coaching positions listed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, IL01-1986
Certification
American Sports Education Program
National College Athletic Association Basketball Certification
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Sacred Heart-Griffin High School
03.2013 - 02.2024
Public Service Administrator
State of Illinois
09.1985 - 06.2020
Head Basketball Coach
CentraI Illinois Predators
2005 - 2011
Head Basketball Coach
St. Joseph School
2003 - 2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Illinois At Springfield