nkrumah patrick
Wilmington,DE
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Coach
Hamilton College
Clinton, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Provides feedback to athletes on their performances in practices and competitions.
- Conducts practice sessions and provided instruction to players on technique, strategy, and performance.
- Assists head coach in making decisions related to personnel moves such as recruiting, player selection.
- Organizes team travel arrangements for away games and tournaments.
Director of Pickleball
Dupont Country Club
Wilmington, DE
10.2023 - Current
- Organize, schedule, and coordinate special events, tournaments, and leagues to increase participation in the pickleball program.
- Ensure safety by enforcing rules and regulations related to play on courts.
- Provide instruction to players of all ages in private lessons, clinics and group classes.
- Manage a budget to ensure cost-effectiveness while meeting organizational goals.
Assistant Racquets Professional
Dupont Country Club
Wilmington, DE
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided group and individual instruction to adults, which helped build upon strong tennis foundation.
- Teached group and private lessons to adults and children, helping improve hand-eye coordination and performance.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Created lesson plans based on each student's skill level and interests.
Assistant Tennis Pro
Castine Golf Club
Castine, Maine
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided adults and kids with private tennis lessons for all ages from 14 -80+
- Maintained the tennis courts and equipments
- Developed and facilitated tennis activity programming for various age groups and ability levels
- Monitored and tracked budgets, maintaining financial records and generating reports
Head Tennis Camp Counselor
St. Peter’s Grand Slam Tennis
Portland, Maine
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Demonstrated techniques to players to teach new skills and reinforce tennis abilities
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors
- Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems
Head Tennis Professional
Dave A. Patrick Tennis School
Trinidad And Tobago , Port Of Spain
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Support children and give private tennis lessons from the ages of 14-18
- Developed training programs and patterns based on unique student needs and learning styles
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
- Attended student matches, tournaments and competitions to show support and promote strong business relationships
Education
MBA - Leadership
Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, NH05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, NH05.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Data Reporting and Documentation
- QM Excel
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Budgeting Skills
- Court Maintenance & Repair
Certification
- Level 1 Certified Coach (PPR)- 2024
- Level 1 Certified Coach (PTR)- 2024
- Play and Stay (Beginner Level) , International Tennis Federation - 2017
Additional Information
- Current Davis Cup Player (Trinidad & Tobago)
- Franklin Pierce University Tennis Team, Fall 2017- Present
- Trinity College Moka Captain of Soccer Team 2010- 2011
- Trinidad and Tobago's Heroes Foundation 2012-2014
- Trinity College Moka Maraval (Student Council) 2012-2014
Accomplishments
- Ranked 8th Northeast Region in doubles
- (2021-22) Northeast-10 Weekly Honor Roll (10/19/21)
- (2020-21) Northeast-10 First Team All-Conference
- (2020-21) Northeast-10 Third Team (Sixth Singles)
- (2019-20) Northeast-10 Conference Academic Honor Roll (Fall 2019, Spring 2020)
- (2018-19) Northeast-10 Conference All-Rookie Team
- (2018-19) Northeast-10 Conference Academic Honor Roll (Fall 2018, Spring 2019)
- (2019-20) ITA Scholar-Athlete
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Hamilton College
03.2024 - Current
Director of Pickleball
Dupont Country Club
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Racquets Professional
Dupont Country Club
06.2023 - 10.2023
Assistant Tennis Pro
Castine Golf Club
06.2021 - 08.2022
Head Tennis Camp Counselor
St. Peter’s Grand Slam Tennis
07.2020 - 08.2020
Head Tennis Professional
Dave A. Patrick Tennis School
05.2016 - 08.2019
MBA - Leadership
Franklin Pierce University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Franklin Pierce University