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Mortez Smith

Chicago,IL

Summary

Energetic Head Basketball Coach versed in training and development strategies to transform athlete performance. Well-developed communication and problem-solving abilities. Applies cutting-edge coaching and development strategies to cultivate winning athletes. Committed Head Coach adept in strategy development and implementation. Accustomed to studying and evaluating team and competition data, including video and statistics, to further drive improvements and success. Driven to bring value to organizational team through hard work and dedication.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Coach

Swinnie Selects Traveling Team
Maywood, IL
01.2019 - Current
  • Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
  • Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
  • Traveled across region to observe junior athletes and identify potential team recruits.

Varsity Head Coach

Al Raby Raiders High School
Chicago, IL
01.2012 - 12.2019
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
  • Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.

Head Coach

Robert Emmet Middle School
Chicago, IL
02.2007 - 03.2012
  • Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
  • Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.

Head Basketball Coach

American Bulldogs AAU 17U Boys
Chicago, IL
05.2007 - 07.2008
  • Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
  • Developed strong framework and policies for effective basketball program.
  • Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
  • Upheld safety standards at practices, games and events.

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Challenge Of The Deans
Chicago, Illinois
10.2003 - 01.2006
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Developed off-season training programs such as week-long camps to maintain player proficiency and introduce new teammates.

Head Basketball Coach

NOYSA
Chicago, Illinois
02.2003 - 04.2004
  • Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
  • Developed strong framework and policies for effective basketball program.
  • Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
  • Upheld safety standards at practices, games and events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Grand Canyon
Phoenix, AZ
08.2020

Skills

  • Individualized Coaching
  • Creativity and Flexibility
  • Fitness Assessments
  • Game Strategy Development
  • Weight Training
  • Gameplay Techniques
  • Performance Monitoring and Optimization
  • Advising and Coaching

Accomplishments

  • A record of 117-11 at Robert Emmet Elementary for 5 seasons 2007-2012
  • Overall GPA at Robert Emmet Elementary from 2007-2012
  • 4 Conference Championships Robert Emmet Elementary 2007,2008,2010,2011
  • 4 Area Championships Robert Emmet Elementary 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011
  • 2 City Championships runner up 2009,2010
  • 2 Coach of the year awards 2009,2010
  • 3 Regional Championships 2008, 2010, 2011

Timeline

Assistant Coach

Swinnie Selects Traveling Team
01.2019 - Current

Varsity Head Coach

Al Raby Raiders High School
01.2012 - 12.2019

Head Basketball Coach

American Bulldogs AAU 17U Boys
05.2007 - 07.2008

Head Coach

Robert Emmet Middle School
02.2007 - 03.2012

Head Boys Basketball Coach

Challenge Of The Deans
10.2003 - 01.2006

Head Basketball Coach

NOYSA
02.2003 - 04.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Grand Canyon

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