Ryan Thomas
Fort Worth
Summary
Strategic leader in youth sports and education with a focus on operational excellence and community outreach. Proven aptitude in organizing large-scale athletic events and optimizing program logistics while fostering academic achievement among student-athletes. Transitioning to public education to leverage extensive experience in mentorship and instructional support.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder / Program Director / Head Coach
Fort Worth Prep Athletics
Fort Worth
01.2024 - Current
- Direct daily operations, compliance, and long-term strategic planning for a competitive select youth basketball organization.
- Spearhead annual program expansions, successfully introducing football and volleyball sectors to broaden community sports offerings.
- Organize and execute over 10 large-scale basketball tournaments, clinics, and community events annually, engaging more than 200 youth participants.
- Design and execute targeted fundraising initiatives, securing critical financial support to expand player access and minimize program operational costs.
Student-Athlete Academic Tutor
TCU Athletic Department
Fort Worth
08.2007 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive academic support and subject-matter tutoring to division-one student-athletes, prioritizing accountability and long-term scholastic success.
- Collaborate with athletic academic advisors to track student progress, break down complex assignments, and reinforce effective study strategies.
Campus Operations Manager / Head Coach / Senior Administrator
Fort Worth Country Day
Fort Worth
09.2023 - 06.2026
- Managed day-to-day retail operations, inventory procurement, budget tracking, and customer service for the campus store.
- Served as Head Junior Varsity Coach and Assistant Varsity Coach for the boys' basketball program, designing individualized skill development plans and executing in-game strategies.
- Coordinated operational logistics as a program assistant for baseball and day-to-day scheduling for the boys' volleyball program.
- Appointed as Senior Camp Administrator for Fort Wonder Summer Camps, overseeing student safety, staff schedules, and daily recreational programming.
Co-Founder / President / Head Coach
Ft. Worth Young Warriors
Fort Worth
05.2017 - 12.2023
- Oversaw organizational administration, budget allocations, and facility scheduling for a premier select youth sports organization.
- Maintained community outreach and directed fundraisers to secure player sponsorships and modern training equipment.
- Structured and coached over 10 specialized basketball camps, development leagues, and competitive tournaments serving 200+ athletes.
Operations Support & Youth Sports Specialist
YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth
Fort Worth
01.2019 - 10.2023
- Managed member relations and front-line wellness center operations, maintaining a secure and welcoming environment.
- Partnered directly with the Regional Sports Coordinator to optimize league play schedules and team drafts, boosting youth sports program efficiency by 15%.
Substitute Teacher / Multi-Sport Coach
Fort Worth Country Day
Fort Worth
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Delivered continuity of instruction across Lower School and Middle School classrooms, strictly maintaining district behavioral and academic expectations.
- Led the freshman and JV boys' basketball teams as Head Coach while assisting the Varsity staff with scouting and roster preparation.
- Provided athletic instruction and mentorship as an Assistant Coach for Middle School baseball and Varsity girls' volleyball.
Head JV Coach / Assistant Varsity Coach / Campus Monitor
Covenant Classical School
Fort Worth
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Directed the Junior Varsity basketball program and served as Assistant Varsity Coach, specializing in guard skill work and defensive schemes.
- Contributed to high school and middle school football staff as an Assistant Coach focused on strength, conditioning, and discipline.
- Supervised campus common areas during operational transition periods to ensure a safe, structured environment for student cohorts.
Wellness Coach / Personal Trainer / Campaign Fundraiser
Southwest YMCA
Fort Worth
03.2012 - 12.2018
- Conducted structured fitness consultations, body composition assessments, and custom athletic performance program designs.
- Created and led interactive youth fitness curriculums aimed at promoting lifelong wellness and combating childhood obesity.
- Actively contributed to annual community fundraising campaigns, generating financial resources for subsidized youth sports programming.
Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach
Southwest Christian School
Fort Worth
10.2012 - 08.2013
- Assisted the Head Coach with daily practice plans, game-film review, and tactical player rotations.
- Managed real-time game statistics and utilized online databases to analyze player efficiency metrics.
Residential Assistant / Instructor / Academic Mentor
TCU Upward Bound
Fort Worth
06.2008 - 08.2011
- Mentored first-generation, college-bound high school students, supervising campus living arrangements and facilitating higher-education preparation.
- Formulated and taught targeted ACT preparation courses, significantly advancing student standardized testing skills.
Secondary Teacher & Extracurricular Coordinator
West Academy
Fort Worth
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Delivered instruction for multi-subject secondary curriculum including English, Spanish 1, Algebra 1, Geography, and Chemistry, fostering student engagement and learning.
- Oversaw classroom environments, assessed student performance, and organized student participation in extracurricular basketball and flag football leagues, promoting teamwork and physical fitness.
Education
Master of Divinity -
Brite Divinity School
Fort WorthBachelor of Arts - Religion, Journalism
Texas Christian University
Fort WorthAlternative Certification Pipeline -
iteach Texas
Skills
- Athletic Leadership
- Player Development
- Game Strategy
- Training Programs
- Performance Evaluation
- Skill Assessment
- Program Development
- Staff Management
- Resource Allocation
- Budget Management
- Multi-Sport Coordination
- Safety Protocols
- Community Fundraising
- Large-Scale Event Planning
- Education & Mentorship
- Athlete Engagement
Community Service And Leadership
- Program Founder, Teen Night Initiative - Southwest YMCA (Created safe, structured weekly recreational programming for youth ages 13-18).
- Event Organizer, Post Up For Unity Basketball Tournament - YMCA (Recruited community volunteers and coordinated tournament operations).
- Volunteer Coach, Upward Basketball & YMCA Winter Leagues.
- Community Volunteer, Beautiful Feet Outreach - Fort Worth, TX.
Timeline
Co-Founder / Program Director / Head Coach
Fort Worth Prep Athletics
01.2024 - Current
Campus Operations Manager / Head Coach / Senior Administrator
Fort Worth Country Day
09.2023 - 06.2026
Substitute Teacher / Multi-Sport Coach
Fort Worth Country Day
04.2022 - 09.2023
Head JV Coach / Assistant Varsity Coach / Campus Monitor
Covenant Classical School
08.2019 - 02.2022
Operations Support & Youth Sports Specialist
YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth
01.2019 - 10.2023
Co-Founder / President / Head Coach
Ft. Worth Young Warriors
05.2017 - 12.2023
Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach
Southwest Christian School
10.2012 - 08.2013
Wellness Coach / Personal Trainer / Campaign Fundraiser
Southwest YMCA
03.2012 - 12.2018
Secondary Teacher & Extracurricular Coordinator
West Academy
08.2010 - 05.2011
Residential Assistant / Instructor / Academic Mentor
TCU Upward Bound
06.2008 - 08.2011
Student-Athlete Academic Tutor
TCU Athletic Department
08.2007 - Current
Master of Divinity -
Brite Divinity School
Bachelor of Arts - Religion, Journalism
Texas Christian University
Alternative Certification Pipeline -
iteach Texas