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Russell McKelvain

Mountain Home

Summary

Dynamic youth sports coach with a proven track record at Alvord Sports Association, specializing in player development and teamwork. Expert in injury prevention and facility management, fostering a positive environment that enhances skills and sportsmanship. Committed to inspiring young athletes through effective communication and personalized coaching strategies.

Work History

Youth Basketball & Softball Coach

Mountain Home Parks and Recreation
2024 - 2025
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, and damage.
  • Inspired confidence in participants by reinforcing positive behaviors, celebrating achievements, and offering constructive feedback on areas for improvement.
  • Established strong rapport with participants, their families, and a genuine commitment to each individual''s growth.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Developed individualized coaching plans, addressing specific needs and strengths of each youth in the program.


Youth Girls Basketball Coach

Alvord Sports Association
2020 - 2023
  • 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.


Youth Baseball & Basketball Coach

Alvord Sports Association
2019 - 2020
  • 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.
  • Optimized practice sessions by focusing on skill development, conditioning, and situational drills.

Youth Baseball Umpire

Decatur Sports Association
2018 - 2020
  • Assisted coaches in resolving disputes by providing knowledgeable input and consistent rule enforcement.
  • Developed strong conflict resolution skills by mediating disagreements between players, coaches, and spectators in tense game situations.
  • Continually improved officiating skills through ongoing training sessions and workshops, enhancing overall competence as a Youth Baseball Umpire.
  • Promoted sportsmanship among players, coaches, and spectators by modeling professional behavior at all times.
  • Maintained a safe play environment for youth athletes by diligently monitoring game activities.
  • Managed time effectively during games, ensuring punctual starts and efficient transitions between innings or other breaks in play as needed for optimal gameplay experience for both teams involved.
  • Improved players'' understanding of the game through clear communication and explanation of calls.

Youth Boys Basketball Coach

Alvord Sports Association
2016 - 2019
  • Enhanced player performance by implementing strategic training sessions and skill development drills.
  • Developed individualized coaching plans for players to address specific strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Boosted team spirit and motivation through effective communication and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Nurtured positive relationships with parents through consistent communication about their child''s progress as an athlete and team member.
  • Promoted sportsmanship among players by modeling respectful behavior during games and practices.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering And Technology

ITT Technical Institute
Garland, TX
05-1992

Skills

  • Throwing techniques
  • Strength conditioning
  • Offensive/Defensive tactics
  • Facility management
  • Injury prevention
  • Catching skills
  • Hitting mechanics
  • Player development
  • Game management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent communication
  • Umpire liaison

Interests

In my spare time I like to participate in BBQ Cookoffs and hunt and fish with my family

Timeline

Youth Basketball & Softball Coach

Mountain Home Parks and Recreation
2024 - 2025

Youth Girls Basketball Coach

Alvord Sports Association
2020 - 2023

Youth Baseball & Basketball Coach

Alvord Sports Association
2019 - 2020

Youth Baseball Umpire

Decatur Sports Association
2018 - 2020

Youth Boys Basketball Coach

Alvord Sports Association
2016 - 2019

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering And Technology

ITT Technical Institute

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