Ronnie Wilcox
Kankakee,IL
Summary
Results-oriented Athletic Director with 11+ years of experience overseeing athletic programs and promoting a culture of excellence. Proven track record of elevating team performance and increasing program participation. Skilled in fostering positive relationships with coaches, athletes, parents, and community stakeholders to create a supportive and successful athletic environment. Strong leadership abilities, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for developing well-rounded student-athletes. Seeking an opportunity to lead and inspire a dynamic athletic program to new levels of success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Director
Kankakee School District 111
Kankakee, IL
07.2015 - Current
- Rebranded the Athletic Department and District with new logo - 2015
- Implemented Sports Performance for student-athletes - 2016
- Hired Cerfied Strength Staff - 2018
- Implemented Captains Council - Student Athlete Leadership Team - 2017
- NCAA Cumulative GPA has been at or above a 2.8 since 2020.
- New implemented programs - Wrestling 2019, Cross Country 2019, Girls Wrestling 2021, eSports 2022, Girls Flag Football 2024, and Boys Volleyball 2024
- Oversaw and helped design the construction of our 25 million dollar field house/indoor turf facility - 2023-2024
- Designed and implemented the Kays Media Program
- Kankakee Holiday Tournament Director - New all-time highs for sponsorships
- 2023 Daily Journal Sportsman of the Year
- 55 Conference Championships among all sports
- 17 Regional Championships
- 5 Sectional Championships
- 1 State Runner-Up
- 3 State Championships
- 2018 IHSA 3A Girls Basketball Sectional Champions - 1st Girls Basketball Sectional Championship in school history
- 2020 IHSA 3A Boys Basketball Sweet Sixteen
- 2021 IHSA 3A Boys Soccer Regional Champions - 1st Boys Soccer Regional Championship in school history
- 2021 IHSA 5A Football State Runner-Up - 1st State Title Game appearance in any sport in school history
- 2021 IHSA 2A Girls Track State Champions - 1st State Title in school history
- 2021 IHSA 2A Boys Track State Champions
- 2022 IHSA 2A Girls Track State Champions
- 2023 IHSA 2A Boys Soccer Sweet Sixteen Appearance - 1st time in school history
- 2024 IHSA Girls Flag Football Regional Champs - 1st time in school history
- 2024 IHSA 2A Girls Soccer Regions Champs - 1st Girls Soccer Regional Championship in school history
- 2025 Girls Soccer Southland Athletic Conference Champions – First in school history
Interim Principal
Kankakee High School
Kankakee, IL
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Managed day to day operations of the high school
- Conducted staff meetings
- Evaluated certified and noncertified staff
Head Basketball Coach/Science Teacher
Kankakee School District 111
Kankakee, IL
06.2007 - 06.2015
- 2008 IHSA 3A Regional Championship
- Teams averaged over 250 hours of community service per year
Assistant Mens Basketball Coach
Wabash Valley Junior College
Mt. Carmel, IL
07.2006 - 06.2007
- Recruiting, player development, fundraising, game preparation
Head Boys Basketball Coach/Science Teacher
Mt. Carmel High School
Mt. Carmel, IL
06.2001 - 06.2005
- 2003 IHSA Regional Championship - 1st in school history
- 2003 North Egyptian Conference Coach of the Year
Education
Masters of Arts in Education - School Improvement Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05.2012
Education in Science Teaching - undefined
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05.1999
General Studies - undefined
Wabash Valley College
Mt. Carmel, IL05.1996
Skills
- Visionary/Innovative
- Effective Communicator
- Relational Leader/Motivator
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
- Professional Educator License - General Administrative
- Illinois State Board of Education
- August 1999
Timeline
Interim Principal
Kankakee High School
01.2016 - 06.2016
Athletic Director
Kankakee School District 111
07.2015 - Current
Head Basketball Coach/Science Teacher
Kankakee School District 111
06.2007 - 06.2015
Assistant Mens Basketball Coach
Wabash Valley Junior College
07.2006 - 06.2007
Head Boys Basketball Coach/Science Teacher
Mt. Carmel High School
06.2001 - 06.2005
Education in Science Teaching - undefined
University of Southern Indiana
General Studies - undefined
Wabash Valley College
Masters of Arts in Education - School Improvement Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University