Ray Arriola
Placitas
Summary
Head Coach/Assistant Coach with years of experience in managing, training, and leading diverse sports teams. Skilled in strategizing game plans, cultivating team spirit, and mentoring athletes to reach peak performance levels. Demonstrated impact through program and player improvement. Proven ability to foster strong relationships with fellow coaches, athletic administration, and community stakeholders.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Softball Coach
Bernalillo High School
Bernalillo
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted head coach in developing practice plans and training schedules.
- Provided guidance and support to players during practices and games.
- Coordinated team logistics, including transportation and equipment management.
- Assisted head coach in developing training sessions for athletes.
- Coordinated team practices, ensuring effective skill development and teamwork.
- Monitored player performance during games and practices for improvement opportunities.
- Provided guidance on techniques and strategies to enhance player skills.
- Maintained equipment inventory, ensuring all gear was safe and accessible.
- Assisted head coach with administrative duties such as preparing scouting reports and scheduling team travel arrangements.
- Attended conferences related to coaching methods and strategies in order to stay up-to-date on current trends within softball programs.
Head Baseball Coach
The Mac Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho
02.2020 - 01.2023
- Developed training programs for athletes to enhance skills and performance.
- Organized practice schedules to maximize player development and team cohesion.
- Coordinated game strategies with coaching staff for optimal performance during matches.
- Mentored assistant coaches to improve their coaching techniques and leadership skills.
- Evaluated player performance through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Engaged with parents and community to build support for the baseball program.
- Fostered a positive team culture focused on respect, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Motivated players before each game by delivering inspiring speeches about teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Set and administered program budget.
- Reviewed scouting reports from previous opponents in order to prepare his own team accordingly.
- Communicated with parents regarding player progress, attendance issues, and upcoming events related to the team.
- Provided individual coaching sessions focusing on specific techniques needed by athletes at different positions.
- Secured funding and oversaw selection for player scholarships.
- Assessed player performances after every game in order to identify areas needing improvement.
- Supervised assistant coaches in order to provide direction and guidance throughout the season.
- Directed daily practices by providing instruction in fundamentals such as batting, fielding, pitching, base running, and conditioning drills.
- Recruited new players through various sources including high schools, summer leagues, and showcases.
- Maintained accurate records of game results throughout the season.
Assistant Varsity/Jv Baseball Coach
Rio Rancho High School
Rio Rancho
02.2016 - 06.2019
- Organized daily practice schedules for student-athletes to enhance skills.
- Developed game strategies to improve team performance during competitions.
- Conducted player evaluations to assess skills and areas for improvement.
- Verified scoring calculations and tracked player statistics.
- Attended staff training and continuing education workshops to remain current with league expectations.
- Mediated conflicts and discussed fan and participant expectations, reviewing disciplinary action.
- Collaborated with community agencies and city departments to provide baseball program opportunities and community involvement programs.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of team statistics during games and practices.
- Monitored player progress and provided feedback to help them reach their full potential.
- Collaborated with school administrators on fundraising efforts related to baseball program development.
- Attended coaching conferences in order to stay up-to-date on new trends within the sport.
- Motivated athletes by recognizing their accomplishments both on-and-off the field.
Head Baseball Coach
Triple Threats/Bats club Baseball
Rio Rancho
02.2009 - 01.2016
- Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Collaborated with community agencies and city departments to provide baseball program opportunities and community involvement programs.
- Mediated conflicts and discussed fan and participant expectations, reviewing disciplinary action.
- Devised and implemented successful game strategies.
- Conducted training seminars, staff meetings, coaching clinics and community meetings to promote organization.
- Conducted practices with conditioning, placement of players on defense, batting, bunting, base running and sliding.
- Provided one-on-one coaching on unique requirements of each position.
- Analyzed video footage of past games in order to identify mistakes made by his own team as well as strengths demonstrated by opponents.
- Created and enforced team rules to ensure that all members of the team were held accountable for their performance both on and off the field.
- Scheduled games against other teams in accordance with league regulations.
- Prepared budgets for equipment purchases and travel expenses necessary for participation in away games or tournaments.
- Managed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or updating rosters when needed.
- Recruited new players through various sources including high schools, summer leagues, and showcases.
- Communicated with parents regarding player progress, attendance issues, and upcoming events related to the team.
- Set and administered program budget.
- Fostered a positive team culture focused on respect, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Assistant Softball/Baseball Coach
Little League
Bernalillo
02.2000 - 06.2008
- Assisted coach in organizing practices at home and away.
- Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
- Assisted with fundraising and promotional events to support the team's financial needs.
- Led warm-up and cool-down sessions for practices and games to prevent injuries.
- Provided mentorship to athletes, fostering a positive and supportive team environment.
- Maintained equipment and ensured proper usage during practices and games.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Established appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary according to established policies.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
Education
Certificates Of Completion - Baseball/Softball Coaching Education
Baseball/Softball Clinics
01.2009 - 05.2026
Bernalillo High School
Bernalillo, New MexicoSome College (No Degree) - Project Management
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMSkills
- Coaching techniques
- Player development
- Training program design
- Game strategy formulation
- Performance assessment
- Communication skills
- Community engagement
- Fundraising initiatives
- Pitching
- Strength conditioning
- Leadership qualities
- Game rules
- Practice planning
- Video analysis
- Practices management
- Community outreach
- Sports psychology
- CPR/AED
Timeline
Assistant Softball Coach
Bernalillo High School
02.2024 - Current
Head Baseball Coach
The Mac Rio Rancho
02.2020 - 01.2023
Assistant Varsity/Jv Baseball Coach
Rio Rancho High School
02.2016 - 06.2019
Head Baseball Coach
Triple Threats/Bats club Baseball
02.2009 - 01.2016
Certificates Of Completion - Baseball/Softball Coaching Education
Baseball/Softball Clinics
01.2009 - 05.2026
Assistant Softball/Baseball Coach
Little League
02.2000 - 06.2008
Bernalillo High School
Some College (No Degree) - Project Management
University of New Mexico