Nicholas Santiago
melrose
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven coach with extensive experience at Hoosic Valley, specializing in game strategy development and performance evaluation. Proven ability to foster team building and mentorship, enhancing athlete skills and promoting sportsmanship. Adept at creating effective training programs that elevate team performance and ensure safety during practices and competitions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
JV girls soccer Head Coach
Troy High School
09.2025 - Current
- Organized daily practices focusing on skill development and game strategies.
- Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
- Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
- Evaluated player performance to provide constructive feedback and improvement plans.
- Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Fostered team culture that prioritized respect, discipline, and sportsmanship, enhancing overall team cohesion.
- Guided team through difficult situations, player injuries and tough losses.
- Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses to develop targeted game plans that improved competitive readiness.
- Coordinated game day logistics to ensure seamless travel, equipment readiness, and adherence to schedules.
- Maintained positive relationships between players, coaches, parents, administrators.
- Collaborated with school administration to promote athletic programs within the community.
- Evaluated current rules and regulations of the sport in order to develop teaching strategies that comply with them.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Ensured compliance with school policies related to sports teams.
- Monitored safety of training, individual exercises, and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
Girls JV Basketball Head Coach
Hoosic Valley
11.2024 - Current
- Developed training programs to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
- Coordinated practice schedules ensuring effective use of time and resources.
- Mentored assistant coaches, enhancing coaching techniques and teamwork.
- Analyzed game footage to improve strategies and player techniques.
- Organized team meetings to align on goals, strategies, and player development.
- Established communication with parents to address concerns and updates.
- Implemented safety protocols during practices and competitions for athlete well-being.
- Maintained positive relationships between players, coaches, parents, administrators.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
- Evaluated current rules and regulations of the sport in order to develop teaching strategies that comply with them.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches, and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
- Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
- Assisted athletes in developing mental skills such as focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, goal setting.
- Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
- Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
- Guided team through challenges, supporting players during injuries and tough losses.
- Ensured compliance with school policies related to sports teams.
- Monitored academic progress of student-athletes to ensure they remain eligible to compete.
Boys Modified Baseball head coach
Hoosic Valley
04.2024 - Current
- Led team practices and coordinated game strategies for competitive play.
- Evaluated player performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with school administration on athletic program policies and procedures.
- Fostered a positive team culture through effective communication and leadership.
- Implemented safety protocols during practices and games to ensure athlete welfare.
- Maintained positive relationships between players, coaches, parents, administrators.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
Boys Modified Basketball head coach
Hoosic Valley
01.2023 - Current
- Designed practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Developed game strategies to improve performance against competitors.
- Maintained equipment inventory to ensure all tools were available for practices and games.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Maintained positive relationships between players, coaches, parents, administrators.
- Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
- Assisted athletes in developing mental skills such as focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, goal setting.
Boys JV soccer head coach
Hoosic Valley
09.2022 - Current
- Coordinated game strategies and practice schedules for optimal team preparation.
- Analyzed opponent strategies to adjust game plans and improve team performance.
- Fostered a positive team culture through effective communication and leadership skills.
- Suggested exercise modifications to individual athletes to avoid strain and injury.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Communicated rules and expectations to student athletes and performed necessary corrective actions.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Implemented team practice, meeting and game schedules and communicated important information to players, staff and families.
Head Coach
Travel Baseball (Saratoga Stampede)
Saratoga Springs
09.2021 - Current
- Coordinated game strategies and practice schedules for optimal performance.
- Analyzed player performance data to adjust training methods and game plans.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding player development and team activities.
- Organized team fundraising events to support travel and equipment needs.
- Evaluated talent during tryouts for team selection and roster building.
- Fostered a positive team culture promoting sportsmanship and respect among players.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
- Evaluated current rules and regulations of the sport in order to develop teaching strategies that comply with them.
- Guided team through difficult situations, player injuries and tough losses.
- Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.
Boys Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach
Hoosic Valley
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted in developing training programs for student-athletes' skill enhancement.
- Mentored athletes on teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship principles.
- Provided feedback to athletes on their performances in practices and competitions.
- Assisted coach in organizing practices at home and away.
- Notified head coach of problems with discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Aided in developing athletes at varying levels from beginner to elite.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss strategies, tactics, and training schedules.
- Assisted head coach in making decisions related to personnel moves such as recruiting, player selection.
- Developed scouting reports and game plans for upcoming opponents.
Education
Physical Education And Coaching
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05-2026
High School Diploma -
Hoosic Valley
Schaghticoke, NY06-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education And Coaching
Hudson County Community College
Troy, NYSkills
- Team building
- Instructional design
- Game strategy development
- Performance evaluation
- Communication skills
- Safety management
- Coaching mentorship
- Skill building
- Game plays
- Training exercises
- First aid and CPR
- Team management
- Player evaluation
- Strength coaching
- Game Preparation
- Film Breakdown
Timeline
JV girls soccer Head Coach
Troy High School
09.2025 - Current
Girls JV Basketball Head Coach
Hoosic Valley
11.2024 - Current
Boys Modified Baseball head coach
Hoosic Valley
04.2024 - Current
Boys Modified Basketball head coach
Hoosic Valley
01.2023 - Current
Boys JV soccer head coach
Hoosic Valley
09.2022 - Current
Head Coach
Travel Baseball (Saratoga Stampede)
09.2021 - Current
Boys Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach
Hoosic Valley
03.2021 - Current
Physical Education And Coaching
SUNY Empire State College
High School Diploma -
Hoosic Valley
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education And Coaching
Hudson County Community College