Rachel O'Malley
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Skilled Assistant Softball Coach with comprehensive experience in developing athletes' skills and fostering teamwork. Known for implementing strategic training programs, improving performance, and encouraging sportsmanship. Strong communicator with ability to motivate players while instilling discipline and respect for the game. Demonstrated impact includes improved team dynamics, player skill enhancement, and successful season results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Softball Coach
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN
06.2021 - Current
- Implemented effective strategies, both defensively and offensively, resulting in improved team winning percentage.
- Contributed to leading the team to achieve a record-setting number of wins in program history.
- Efficiently managed travel arrangements and meal plans for off-site competitions.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities through attending conferences on coaching methods and strategies, ensuring knowledge of current trends within softball programs.
- Successfully contributed to maintaining a strong defensive record, placing among the nation's top 10 performers.
Assistant Softball Coach
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Organized and monitored team practices to ensure player readiness for games.
- Introduced innovative drills to optimize player collaboration during practice sessions.
- Assisted in the development of game plans and strategies for each upcoming opponent.
- Developed and implemented effective drills to enhance batting, fielding, and base running skills.
- Scheduled regular meetings with school administrators in order to discuss team goals, objectives, budgeting needs.
- Assisted head coach with administrative duties such as preparing scouting reports and scheduling team travel arrangements.
Assistant Softball Coach
Beverly Bandits
Chicago, IL
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Maintained regular communication with parents, providing updates on their children's progress throughout the season.
- Served as a liaison between players and interested college coaches in the recruitment process.
- Successfully mentored players who received D1 scholarships from renowned conferences like SEC, Pac 12, and Big Ten.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Communication - Broadcasting
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05-2018
Skills
- Performance Assessment
- Defensive Tactics
- Recruiting
- Game rules understanding
- Travel Coordinator
Accomplishments
- As an Indiana University softball player appeared in 215 games over her four-year playing career and was primarily the team's starting shortstop.
- Earned the honor of being named to the Academic All-Big Ten Team,
- During my Junior year at Indiana University I was named to the Big Ten All-Defensive Team.
- Following my Senior Year at Indiana University I was awarded Big Ten Sportsmanship honoree.
Timeline
Assistant Softball Coach
Indiana State University
06.2021 - Current
Assistant Softball Coach
Morehead State University
06.2019 - 05.2021
Assistant Softball Coach
Beverly Bandits
06.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Sports Communication - Broadcasting
Indiana University Bloomington
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