Ralpheal Graves
211 Afton Brae Dr. Anniston
Summary
Bring in-depth knowledge and championship pedigree in basketball. Highly skilled at player development, supervising coaches, and involving community in their development with basketball program. Collaborative, passionate, and motivating leader who has been commended by colleagues for ingenuity and high degree of professionalism.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH
Gadsden City Schools
Gadsden
05.2023 - Current
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Collaborated with other sports programs within the school district to ensure a positive athletic environment.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents, school administrators, boosters, alumni, and community members.
- Fostered a positive team environment, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
- Engaged with the community through outreach programs, clinics, and promotional events.
- Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH
Huntsville City Schools, Mae Jemison
Huntsville
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Supervised rigorous practice sessions to enhance individual skills and team game play.
- Consulted with athletic director and coaching staff to assess team structure and strategies to better the program.
- Prepared athletes for games with well-coordinated schedule of practices and individual training.
- Reviewed game tapes of opponents to understand strategies and plan approaches.
- Developed and implemented rigorous practice routines to enhance player skills and promote teamwork.
- Reviewed student grades for eligibility reasons and collected paperwork concerning annual physicals.
- Managed program's budget, including coach salaries and pay rates.
ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
City of Anniston Parks and Recreation Department
Anniston
03.2015 - 05.2020
- Assisted with the direction and management of the department programs, facilities, and grounds, formulate department policies and procedures, serve as backup director as needed to attend meetings, events, commission meetings
- Collaborated and built strong partnerships with community organizations, recreation and sport leagues, neighborhood groups, and city departments
- Monitored the condition of facilities, parks, playgrounds, weight room, buildings, and fields
- Reviewed and evaluated program statistical data, generate and submit reports and documentation
- Attended athletic games, recreational activities, and special events
HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Anniston
07.2011 - 05.2020
- Supervised development of the varsity basketball team and provided excellent leadership
- Recruiting coordinator for all incoming student-athletes
- Worked personally with each student-athlete to develop academic, athletic, and individual potential
- Planned and conducted various academic study sessions with counselor to ensure academic progression
- Coordinated team travel, scheduling, fundraising events, and volunteer work
- Developed positive relationships with administration, teachers, and the community
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Anniston
08.2013 - 03.2015
- Taught knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, and individual and team sports
- Designed, planned, and implemented physical education lessons based on school district/state/national standards
- Ensured accommodations and modifications for the growth and development of students
- Ensured the physical education environment is clean, safe, and constructive for all students
ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Jacksonville High School
Jacksonville
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Monitored academic progression in classroom
- Worked under direction of head coach regarding game scouting reports and game strategies for opponents
- Kept coaching staff and administrators up to date on team activities and requirements
- Handled day to day management and operations
ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Anniston High School
Anniston
08.2007 - 07.2010
- Assisted with coordinating and supervising fundraising events
- Mentor players on individual skills and team concepts
- Conducted practices and skill development sessions for student-athletes
- Recommended and ordered equipment, supplies, and uniforms
Education
Bachelor of Science - Major: Recreation Minor: Physical Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL. , United States2010
Skills
- Game strategy
- Player development
- Budget management
- Team leadership
- Community outreach
- Practice planning
Affiliations
- Led Gadsden City High School to their first ever Class AAAAAA Final Four.
- Led Sacred Heart School to Four consecutive Class A State Championships 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. Class AA Runner-up 2019.
- Led Sacred Heart School to six consecutive Final Four appearances
- Elite Eight 2020, (2A) Sacred Heart I Elite Eight 2021, (5A) Mae Jemison
- Alabama Sports Writer Association Class A Coach of the Year 2018
- Calhoun County Class A-AAA Coach of the Year 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
- Calhoun County Tournament Champions 2015 and 2018
- Calhoun County Runner-Up 2014, 2016, 2017, and 2019
- Ranked #1 weekly by Alabama Sports Writers Association for three consecutive years
- Ranked as Maxpreps top "Five" Basketball Program 2017 in Alabama
- Ranked as AL.com Top 10 Program 2016 and 2017
- Developed Four Division I Guards: DJ Heath (Canisius), Kevion Nolan (Samford), Diante Wood (Alabama), and Jayden Stone (West Virginia) 247sports/ESPN Top 50 Recruit
- 62 Game Winning Streak in Class A Competition
- Coached Jr. All American Camp (GA), Fab Frosh Camp (KY), and Super Sophomore Camp (GA)
- Coached against 50 Division 1 players in the last four years at Sacred Heart School
- Improved Sacred Heart Boys basketball Maxpreps National Ranking from 16,681 in 2011 to 826 in 2017
- Assisted Anniston High School to a Class AAAA State Championship 2009 (Assistant Coach)
- Led Anniston High School to Class AAAAA State Championship 2002 (Student-Athlete)
References
Antoine Pettway
Head Men's Basketball Coach
Kennesaw State University
205.861.4133
Bucky McMillian
Head Men's Basketball Coach
Samford University
205.492.5052
Willie Watson
Assistant Men's Basketball
Kennesaw State University
205-499-5363
Timeline
HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH
Gadsden City Schools
05.2023 - Current
HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH
Huntsville City Schools, Mae Jemison
07.2020 - 03.2021
ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
City of Anniston Parks and Recreation Department
03.2015 - 05.2020
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Sacred Heart Catholic School
08.2013 - 03.2015
HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH
Sacred Heart Catholic School
07.2011 - 05.2020
ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Jacksonville High School
08.2010 - 07.2011
ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH
Anniston High School
08.2007 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Major: Recreation Minor: Physical Education
Jacksonville State University
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