Samantha Diamond
Tampa,FL
Summary
Innovative Performance Specialist known for high productivity and efficiency in task implementation. Skilled in developing individualized training programs, leveraging training loads for peak performance, and utilizing data-driven approaches to track and accelerate progress. Excel at communication, leadership, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with staff and athletes to succeed.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Performance Coach
Tampa Bay Sun Football Club
06.2024 - Current
- Lead, design and implement the high-performance department for Tampa Bay Sun FC in the inaugural season of the USL Super League
- Develop and set individual and team loads (including training, game and strength loads) in conjunction with the coaching staff
- Lead and create training and game warmups/on field sessions, training design, strength sessions, GPS tracking and daily player reports, weekly reports and speed practices
- Work closely with the medical staff in managing and creating rehab and return to play protocols
- Manage and mentor a performance coach
Head Physical Performance Coach
Tottenham Hotspur Global Academy
06.2023 - Current
- Programming, implementing, and coaching 2-3 weekly strength programs
- Develop and conduct on field athletic development sessions
- Oversee performance tests and manage data
- Manage a part time performance coach and work alongside 2x Tottenham Hotspur Development Coaches
Head of Physical Performance
Illawarra Academy of Sport
06.2023 - Current
- Programming, implementing, and coaching weekly strength and conditioning programs for 250 youth athletes from a range of sports
- Manage a 6 casual and part time performance coaches
- Liaise with the CEO, stakeholders, and coaches
- In this role, I am also employed as a Satellite Performance Coach for the New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS)
- I program and coach NSW Wheelchair Basketball athletes and 400m Olympic Hurdler Sarah Carli
VFLW High Performance Manager & AFLW Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach
Carlton Football Club
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Design, develop, and delivery of individualised comprehensive periodised strength, conditioning, and power programs for development AFLW players
- Programming and facilitating conditioning sessions and testing for rehab AFLW players
- High-Performance Manager and Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for VFLW, liaising with a team of a sport scientist, rehab coordinator and intern
- Design, develop, and delivery of individualised comprehensive periodised strength, conditioning, and power programs for all VFLW players
- Leading delivery of warm up protocols and athletic development sessions for VFLW
Strength and Conditioning Coach
QBE Sydney Swans Academy
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Strength and Conditioning Coach for the under 16 – 19 girls academy program from November 2020
- Creating, planning, and delivering mobility, strength and plyometric training programs
- Facilitating and assisting in group gym sessions
- Performance and fitness testing
University Tutorial Tutor
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Implemented and delivered tutorials for subject 92524 Health and Lifespan Development as a part of the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science course
- Main responsibilities included lesson planning and development, teaching and student welfare
Certified Personal Trainer
Vision Personal Training
Double Bay
03.2018 - 03.2020
Education
(Honours) Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science -
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
03.2021
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science -
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
01.2019
ASCA Level 2 S&C Coach Accreditation -
01.2022
ASCA Level 1 S&C Coach Accreditation -
01.2020
Level 1 Sports Trainer -
National Rugby League
Canberra01.2021
Cert IV in Fitness -
TAFE NSW
01.2018
Cert III in Fitness -
TAFE NSW
01.2018
Higher School Certificate (HSC) -
Emanuel School
01.2015
Skills
- Strength and conditioning
- Sports science
- Speed and athletic development
- Performance testing
- Team and employee management
Timeline
Head Performance Coach
Tampa Bay Sun Football Club
06.2024 - Current
Head Physical Performance Coach
Tottenham Hotspur Global Academy
06.2023 - Current
Head of Physical Performance
Illawarra Academy of Sport
06.2023 - Current
VFLW High Performance Manager & AFLW Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach
Carlton Football Club
07.2021 - 06.2023
University Tutorial Tutor
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
07.2020 - 10.2020
Strength and Conditioning Coach
QBE Sydney Swans Academy
07.2019 - 07.2021
Certified Personal Trainer
Vision Personal Training
03.2018 - 03.2020
(Honours) Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science -
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science -
The University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
ASCA Level 2 S&C Coach Accreditation -
ASCA Level 1 S&C Coach Accreditation -
Level 1 Sports Trainer -
National Rugby League
Cert IV in Fitness -
TAFE NSW
Cert III in Fitness -
TAFE NSW
Higher School Certificate (HSC) -
Emanuel School
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