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Parker Sloan

Cartersville,VA

Summary

Dedicated student-athlete studying Kinesiology at the University of Virginia with a 3.77 GPA. Experienced in neuroscience research and human performance. Skilled in leadership, adaptability, and excelling under pressure. Background in Division I athletics, lab research, and ethical leadership. Passionate about health, performance science, and making impactful contributions through evidence-based practice and collaboration.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

UVA Men's Soccer Timekeeper

University of Virginia
01.2024 - Current
  • Verified timekeeping records and handled any discrepancies with coaches.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws and company policies by monitoring hours worked and flagging potential violations for resolution.
  • Checked accrued hours against listed hours for leave time.

Student-Athlete Leadership Academy

UVA Center for Citizen Leaders and Sports Ethics
01.2024 - Current
  • Two-year program focused on ethical leadership, decision-making, and social responsibility
  • Year 1: Engaged with leading experts and ethical dilemmas across fields to build a personal model of citizen leadership
  • Year 2 (in progress): Designing an original leadership project addressing current issues in sport and society
  • Learn more: The Center for Citizen Leaders and Sports Ethics

Student-Athlete, Men’s Soccer

University of Virginia
08.2022 - Current
  • NCAA Division I athlete maintaining academic excellence while dedicating 20+ hours/week to training and competition
  • Engage in high-performance team dynamics, mentorship, and service initiatives

Volunteer

Food Pantry
04.2021 - Current
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Scientific Research Intern

06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Investigated the impact of fasting on brain region recruitment using fNIRS, biosensor watches, and participant surveys
  • Created recruitment materials, automated email response systems, and participant scheduling tools
  • Conducted weekly analysis of biosensor data, 24-hour diet recall, and fNIRS results
  • Handled blood centrifugation, plasma micropipetting, and managed biological samples
  • Developed Qualtrics surveys and organizational checklists for lab and participant management
  • Contributed to protocol development and maintained high interpersonal rapport with participants

Soccer Camp Leader

UVA Men’s Soccer Camps
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Led drills, mentored youth players, and assisted in camp logistics for 100+ participants

Groundskeeper & Maintenance

The Foundry Golf Club
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Maintained landscaping, athletic fields, and event grounds at a premier private facility
  • Ensured upkeep of outdoor amenities and assisted in seasonal beautification projects

Team Captain

FC Richmond
01.2017 - 02.2022
  • Maintained poise, optimism and bounced back quickly after mistakes to show teammates how to respond to negative situations.
  • Liaised with head coach to discuss collective insights on chemistry, focus and mindset and worked together to co-lead team.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication and collaboration strategies.
  • Acted as positive role model to set tone for program and enhanced leadership credibility with teammates and coaches.

Youth Coach & Referee

FC Richmond
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Supported youth player development through coaching, mentorship, and officiating

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
05.2026

High School - undefined

Powhatan High School
Powhatan, VA
01.2021

Skills

  • Technical: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Qualtrics, R-Studio, Data entry proficiency
  • Laboratory: fNIRS analysis, biosensor watch data, blood centrifugation, micropipetting
  • Research Tools: Participant recruitment systems, survey design, automatic scheduling platforms
  • Athletic & Leadership: Time management, teamwork, adaptability, ethical decision-making, resilience, leadership training
  • Communication: Public speaking, scientific writing, conflict resolution, mentoring

Accomplishments

University of Virginia – Men’s Soccer
2024

  • All-ACC Academic Selection
  • Made 19 appearances, including 3 starts

2023

  • Appeared in 12 matches with 1 start
  • Named to the 2023 All-ACC Academic Team
  • Named to the 2023–24 ACC Honor Roll

2022

  • Named to the 2022–23 ACC Honor Roll

Prep & Club Soccer

  • Gatorade Virginia Boys Soccer Player of the Year (2022)
  • Member of Generation Adidas – AFC Ajax
  • Scored 35 goals and 17 assists as a senior
  • Region 4B Player of the Year (2022)
  • United Soccer Coaches Youth All-American (2021)
  • Leading goal scorer in the Club Champions League (2018–2021)
  • Three-time Club Champions League Champion
  • All-Metro Team Selection
  • Team Captain & Leading Scorer, Powhatan High School (2020–2022)

Timeline

Scientific Research Intern

06.2024 - 08.2024

UVA Men's Soccer Timekeeper

University of Virginia
01.2024 - Current

Student-Athlete Leadership Academy

UVA Center for Citizen Leaders and Sports Ethics
01.2024 - Current

Student-Athlete, Men’s Soccer

University of Virginia
08.2022 - Current

Soccer Camp Leader

UVA Men’s Soccer Camps
01.2022 - 01.2024

Volunteer

Food Pantry
04.2021 - Current

Groundskeeper & Maintenance

The Foundry Golf Club
01.2021 - 01.2024

Youth Coach & Referee

FC Richmond
01.2021 - 01.2022

Team Captain

FC Richmond
01.2017 - 02.2022

High School - undefined

Powhatan High School

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of Virginia
Parker Sloan