Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Timeline
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Napatthorn Pan Paksanont

Akron

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Coach – NCAA Division I Golf

The University of Akron
09.2023 - Current
  • Assist in coaching and mentoring Division I collegiate athletes (ages 18–23) in a competitive athletic and academic environment
  • Support the development of performance strategies, practice planning, and tournament preparation
  • Provide individualized feedback to enhance mental focus, goal setting, and emotional resilience. Foster a positive team culture emphasizing discipline, growth, and well-being

Assistant Coach – Youth Mentorship & Development

Mike Bender Golf Academy
05.2021 - 09.2022
  • Coached youth athletes ages 5–18 in both group and individual settings, focusing on skill development, mental focus, and sportsmanship
  • Developed and organized daily practice schedules for Elite students (ages 13–18), including on-course and off-course training. Supervised students’ daily routines, including meal planning, academic support, and travel coordination for tournaments
  • Mentored students during tournament play by assisting with pre-round preparation (game plans, yardage books) and providing post-round performance reviews.
  • Worked with the U.S. Kids Golf junior program (ages 5–10), adapting coaching strategies to developmental needs
  • Achieved U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coach – Level 3

Instructor/Coach – Youth Golf Program

TGM Academy Golf
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Led an 8-week after-school golf program for children ages 5–11, focusing on skill-building, coordination, and confidence. Taught foundational golf techniques including putting, chipping, and full swings during the first five weeks. Facilitated on-course play (9–18 holes) during the final three weeks, emphasizing rules, etiquette, and teamwork. Created a positive, inclusive environment that supported emotional and social development through sport

Instructor/Coach – Youth Golf Camps

Payne Stewart Golf Camps
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Delivered golf instruction to groups of up to 30 children (ages 4–7) in a camp setting focused on early athletic development.
  • Designed and led engaging, team-oriented games and relay races to support motor skill development, cooperation, and fun
  • Fostered a safe, supportive environment that encouraged confidence, focus, and teamwork among young participants.

Education

MA - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

The University of Akron
Akron, OH
08-2026

BS - Experimental Psychology

The University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05.2021

Skills

  • Personal discipline
  • Motivational skills
  • Team motivation
  • Team bonding
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Building rapport
  • Active listening
  • Emotional awareness
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving

Awards

2021 – Big South All-Academic Team, 2019–2020 – Big South Academic Honor Roll, 2018–2019 – Big South Academic Honor Roll, 2017–2018 – ASUN Academic Honor Roll, 2016–2017 – ASUN Academic Honor Roll

Timeline

Assistant Coach – NCAA Division I Golf

The University of Akron
09.2023 - Current

Assistant Coach – Youth Mentorship & Development

Mike Bender Golf Academy
05.2021 - 09.2022

Instructor/Coach – Youth Golf Program

TGM Academy Golf
09.2020 - 11.2020

Instructor/Coach – Youth Golf Camps

Payne Stewart Golf Camps
08.2019 - 07.2020

BS - Experimental Psychology

The University of South Carolina

MA - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

The University of Akron