Nathan Ohta
Reno,NV
Summary
I was born and raised in Mulino, Oregon, and am a 3rd generation Japanese-American with 16 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level (11 as a head coach). As a minority, I have fought hard within this profession to achieve what I have and am proud not just of what I have been able to accomplish, but that I have been able to have a part in helping grow diversity for young women within the game of softball and provide others with similar opportunities as this game has given me.
I am detail-oriented, and am very good with numbers have degrees in mathematics and mathematics education, and taught math at the high school and collegiate levels for 8 years.
My track record shows that I am a successful leader that develops individuals as people, students and athletes. I have proven record of success at every school I have coached at. I have successfully implemented my offensive system at every level of collegiate softball. In my 16 years as a collegiate coach I have coached 48 athletes that have been selected to the all-conference team, 17 all-region athletes, and 6 all-americans.
In my time at Nevada, I have played a major role in recruiting and developing the student-athletes that are current team members, and that are committed and currently being recruited in future classes. This program is set up to be very successful within my system this season, and in years beyond. My goal is to win a Mtn. West Conference championship in the 2024 season, and I believe that we have the personnel, coaching staff, culture, and system in place to do that.
I have a love for the University of Nevada, care deeply about this softball program, its players and their success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Softball Coach
University Of Nevada
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted head coach in practice planning and implementation
- Assisted head coach in scholarship tracking and planning
- Successfully recruited the majority of the current roster including scouting and identifying/evaluating talent, continued communication through the recruiting process, finalizing and scheduling visits, and determining scholarship award amounts.
- Managed equipment ordering and distribution
- Assisted head coach with fundraising
- Managed, planned, staffed and implemented all camps.
- Had full oversight of the offensive system from training and practice to in-game decision making and implementation.
- Recruited athletes to fit my offensive system and was given full reign to decide if an athlete would fit this system or not.
- Ranked 3rd nationally in Division 1 softball in stolen bases per game and total stolen bases.
- Offensive system increased run production and scoring opportunities.
- 2022 season I was given oversight of the offense and began coaching 3rd base and making in-game decisions half way through the season. Team averaged 4.34 runs per game and stole 92 bases for the season. In 2023, my first full season overseeing the offense and coaching 3rd base team averaged 5.54 runs per game and stole 155 bases.
- Offensive effectiveness utilizes speed but my system is one of the most innovative offenses in the country and increases run production by taking advantage of defensive rotations and positioning to create scoring opportunities.
- Improved win loss record from 2022 to 2023 from 17 wins to 31 wins
- Assisted head coach with scheduling
- Assisted head coach with community service planning and implementation
- Qualified for the Mtn. West Conference Tournament
- Assisted head coach in developing team culture
- Prioritized academic excellence...team gpa over 3.25
- Put time and effort into cultivating a culture of inclusion, safety and wellness for all people in our program.
- Followed and complied with NCAA rules and bylaws
- Developed strong relationships with players, parents and program supporters based on mutual respect.
- Worked in a positive and cohesive manner with other members of the coaching staff and support staff.
Head Softball Coach
Warner Pacific University
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Managed all aspects of collegiate softball program including: player development, recruiting, budgeting, fundraising, field maintenance, travel, equipment, assistant coach hiring, scholarship awards and tracking, strength and conditioning, speed development, recruiting and more.
- First year of the softball program at this university was 2020 (Covid year). Successfully navigated recruiting and building a team in the midst of a complete shut down.
- Qualified for the post-season in first full year at WPU in 2021.
Assistant Softball Coach
George Fox University
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Player development Infield, catchers and hitting.
- Led nation in HR in 2017 and 2018
- Won conference championship in 2018
- NCAA Regional appearance in 2018
- Assisted head coach in recruiting
- Assisted in planning and running camps
- Record of 55-28
Assistant Athletic Director
Corban University
07.2013 - 07.2016
- Oversaw scholarship and compliance for 12 sports
- Game day event coordinator
- Director of fan engagement
- Athletics department Title IX liason
- Oversaw coach development and training for 12 sports (sport admin)
Head Softball Coach
Corban University
07.2007 - 07.2016
- Managed all aspects of collegiate softball program including: budget, fundraising, equipment, strength and speed training, practice planning and implementation, player skill development, recruiting, scholarship management and awards, field/facility maintenance, alumni relations, fan engagement, game scheduling, academic and character development of players, and more.
- Career record of 288-208 as a head coach
- Took over a program with 5 wins the previous season, and developed a perennial national powerhouse that was ranked as high as #8 nationally.
- Qualified for the post season in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016
- Won conference championship in 2013 and 2015
- Led the nation in HR in 2011, 2012,2013, and 2015.
- Set program record for HR in 2013 with 80
- Developed extremely proficient offensive system centered around our ability to steal bases and hit for average and power.
- Developed and coached 6 all-american selections, 17 all-region and 48 all-conference performers
- Named Conference Coach of the year in 2013
Assistant Softball Coach
Corban University
03.2007 - 06.2008
- Developed and organized practice and training sessions
- Served as primary recruiter for the softball program
- Managed equipment, budget, and fundraising
- Supported head coach by scheduling and organizing away games and special events.
- Oversaw strength and conditioning program
Education
Master of Science - Education: Curriculum And Instruction
Corban University
Salem, OR05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Corban University
Salem05.2002
Skills
- Proficient in the use of a variety of technology related to coaching position including: microsoft office, ARMS, rhapsodo (hitting and pitching evaluation), Seqnzer (Softball sabermetrics), 6-4-3 charts (softball scouting prep), Synergy (softball video review and scouting software), and more
Additional Information
References:
Geoff Hirai- Head Coach Seattle University
Ph. 206.450.6746
Randy Simpkins- Head Coach Utah Tech University
Ph. 435-632-5082
Jessica Hollen- Head Coach George Fox University
Ph. 503.551.6442
Jessica Crawford- former player
Ph. 503.569.6928
Timeline
Assistant Softball Coach
University Of Nevada
08.2021 - Current
Head Softball Coach
Warner Pacific University
01.2019 - 07.2021
Assistant Softball Coach
George Fox University
08.2016 - 12.2018
Assistant Athletic Director
Corban University
07.2013 - 07.2016
Head Softball Coach
Corban University
07.2007 - 07.2016
Assistant Softball Coach
Corban University
03.2007 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Education: Curriculum And Instruction
Corban University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Corban University
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