Rayshawn Sterrett
Winter Park,FL
Summary
Dedicated Tennis professional with 6 years as coach in school, club and camp settings. Expert developer of inexperienced, youthful players into strong, passionate competitors. Well-versed in elevation of tennis to higher level of prominence as sport in schools and communities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tennis Instructor
Orland Tennis Services, LLC
09.2023 - Current
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members.
- Taught proper physical conditioning for maximum endurance, health, and safety.
- Expanded professional knowledge and expertise through annual coaches' clinic participation.
- Developed videotapes and reviews of players to drive performance improvements.
- Volunteered to coach disadvantaged inner-city youth in basics of tennis.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
- Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
Tennis Instructor
Orlando Tennis Centre
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members.
- Taught proper physical conditioning for maximum endurance, health, and safety.
- Expanded professional knowledge and expertise through annual coaches' clinic participation.
- Developed videotapes and reviews of players to drive performance improvements.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Volunteered to coach disadvantaged inner-city youth in basics of tennis.
- Coached established tennis players in advanced game techniques and competition strategies.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
Tennis-coach
USTA National Tennis Center
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members.
- Promoted positive environment for all athletes, which helped to diminish stress and increase enthusiasm.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Coached established tennis players in advanced game techniques and competition strategies.
- Spoke to student athletes about impact of proper nutrition and adequate sleep on overall performance.
- Volunteered to coach disadvantaged inner-city youth in basics of tennis.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA06.2013
Skills
- Broad knowledge of modern tennis teaching techniques
- Critical Thinking
- Positive Interactions
- Game Readiness
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Parent Relations
- Tennis Instruction
- Individual Trainings
- Results-Driven Coach
- Punctual and Dependable
- Small and Large Group Instruction
Certification
- Certified Tennis Professional, USPTA - 4/2019 to Present
Timeline
Tennis Instructor
Orland Tennis Services, LLC
09.2023 - Current
Tennis Instructor
Orlando Tennis Centre
10.2022 - 08.2023
Tennis-coach
USTA National Tennis Center
04.2021 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
- Certified Tennis Professional, USPTA - 4/2019 to Present
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