Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
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Richard Parrott IV

Grand Rapids

Summary

Professional athletic coach prepared for role through history of developing tailored training regimens that boost performance and skills. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable in adapting to changing needs, utilizing effective communication and motivational skills to inspire athletes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Basketball Trainer

YMCA
04.2025 - Current
  • Designed personalized training programs to enhance player skills and performance.
  • Organized workshops focused on mental conditioning and sportsmanship principles.
  • Fostered growth mindset in athletes by encouraging self-reflection on performance, setting personal goals, and embracing challenges as opportunities to grow.
  • Led group training sessions, fostering teamwork and competitive spirit among players.
  • Developed strategic game plans tailored to individual and team strengths.

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Kuyper College
03.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented training programs to enhance athlete performance and team cohesion.
  • Analyzed game footage to identify strengths and weaknesses, informing strategic adjustments.
  • Collaborated with head coach in recruiting efforts, assessing talent for program fit.
  • Established effective communication channels among players, fostering a supportive team environment.
  • Mentored student-athletes on personal development, promoting academic success alongside athletics.

Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Head Coach/ Varsity Assistant Coach

East Grand Rapids High School
08.2024 - Current
  • Fostered a positive team environment by promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and mutual respect among players.
  • Managed administrative tasks such as tracking player statistics, updating rosters, and organizing transportation arrangements for away games.
  • Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
  • Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete's learning style to maximize potential improvement.

Owner

Global Basketball Academy
04.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Planned and implemented fundraising events.
  • Developed impactful fundraising strategies to maximize donations and meet fundraising goals.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
  • Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment.
  • Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete's learning style to maximize potential improvement.
  • Developed strong relationships with athletes' parents to encourage open communication and collaboration regarding player development.
  • Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.

Sports Announcer/Field Crew Member

Houseman Field
08.2023 - Current
  • Play by Play announcing on Football games
  • Managing Scoreboard
  • Setting up football games
  • Managing chain gang for games
  • Knowledge of MHSAA rules

President, Board of Directors

Grand Rapids Community Media Center
09.2022 - Current
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and community engagement.
  • Oversaw board governance, ensuring compliance with regulations and bylaws.
  • Facilitated collaborative discussions among board members to drive consensus on key decisions.
  • Developed strategic plans aligned with mission objectives, improving long-term sustainability.
  • Mentored emerging leaders within the organization, fostering professional development and succession planning.
  • Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, promoting a culture of equity within the organization.
  • Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and enhance community outreach efforts.
  • Encouraged collaboration and cross-functional teamwork among departments to break down silos and foster innovative problemsolving.

Recording Academy Member

GRAMMYS
06.2021 - Current

Head Basketball Coach Boys & Girls

City Middle School
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
  • Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Increased player motivation with tailored goal-setting and progress tracking strategies.
  • Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete's learning style to maximize potential improvement.
  • Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with athletes' parents to encourage open communication and collaboration regarding player development.
  • Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
  • Mentored assistant coaches in their professional growth, sharing best practices in coaching techniques.
  • Collaborated with school administration to ensure adherence to academic requirements for student athletes.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize player success.

Basketball Coach

Southtown All Stars
01.2016 - 06.2019
  • Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
  • Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
  • Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Increased player motivation with tailored goal-setting and progress tracking strategies.
  • Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete's learning style to maximize potential improvement.
  • Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with athletes' parents to encourage open communication and collaboration regarding player development.
  • Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Led team through losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and instructing in meditation techniques.
  • Facilitated consistent success by conducting thorough game analysis and implementing strategic adjustments.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Implemented injury prevention strategies to minimize risk of harm during practices and games.

Basketball Coach

Jr T Bolts
02.2014 - 04.2015
  • Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
  • Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
  • Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Increased player motivation with tailored goal-setting and progress tracking strategies.
  • Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete's learning style to maximize potential improvement.
  • Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with athletes' parents to encourage open communication and collaboration regarding player development.
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Led team through losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and instructing in meditation techniques.
  • Cultivated a culture of excellence that led to multiple championship wins within regional competitions.
  • Facilitated consistent success by conducting thorough game analysis and implementing strategic adjustments.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.

Education

Bachelor - Film

New York University
01.2023

Skills

  • Motivational leadership style
  • Talent scouting
  • Character development
  • Staff development
  • Performance improvements
  • Recruitment

Certification

  • USA Basketball Youth Certified Gold License
  • CPR Certified
  • Concussion Certified
  • First Aid Certified
  • MHSAA Certified
  • NCAA Certified

Awards

2024 GRPS School District Girls Basketball Championship

Timeline

Basketball Trainer

YMCA
04.2025 - Current

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Kuyper College
03.2025 - Current

Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Head Coach/ Varsity Assistant Coach

East Grand Rapids High School
08.2024 - Current

Owner

Global Basketball Academy
04.2024 - Current

Head Basketball Coach Boys & Girls

City Middle School
10.2023 - 08.2024

Sports Announcer/Field Crew Member

Houseman Field
08.2023 - Current

President, Board of Directors

Grand Rapids Community Media Center
09.2022 - Current

Recording Academy Member

GRAMMYS
06.2021 - Current

Basketball Coach

Southtown All Stars
01.2016 - 06.2019

Basketball Coach

Jr T Bolts
02.2014 - 04.2015

Bachelor - Film

New York University

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