SAMANTHA GARCIA
Summary
Dedicated Head Softball coach, with Division 1 player experience, and assistant professor with expertise in strategic game management and academic support. Proven ability to develop engaging practice plans, evaluate player performance, and create inclusive learning environments for student-athletes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Softball Coach / Assitant Professor
Springfield College
Springfield
08.2025 - Current
- Organized, scheduled and supervised practice sessions to ensure that players were adequately prepared for competitions.
- Developed practice plans to enhance athletes' skills and team performance.
- Evaluated player performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Assisted in recruiting prospective student athletes for the softball program.
- Communicated effectively with players regarding expectations and goals.
- Organized team events to foster community engagement and player camaraderie.
- Developed engaging course materials for undergraduate and graduate classes.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Lead Softball Coach
Springfield College
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Leads practice planning, game strategy, and player skill development.
- Manages game strategies, scouting reports, and in-game decision-making.
- Led program to an at-large bid to compete in the NCAA Regional tournament
- Organizes and leads prospect camps, attracting potential student athletes and increasing recruitment pipeline.
- Conducted scouting and recruiting activities for potential student athletes.
- Provides mentorship to student-athletes, ensuring a balance between academics and sports.
- Assisted in academic monitoring through and compliance with NCAA regulations
- Creates carousel posts, infographics, and story templates for the team social media.
Graduate Assistant Coach
Springfield College
09.2023 - 05.2024
- 2024 NEWMAC Coaching Staff of the Year
- Contributed to Springfield College Softball team's NEWMAC Regular Season Championship through strategic planning and support
- Executed scouting, developed in-game strategies, and advanced catcher skills to enhance team performance
- Organized and led prospect camps, successfully attracting potential student athletes to the program
Education
Masters of Education -
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05-2025
Secondary Education - Social Studies, Social Science
Long Island University
Brooklyn05-2023
Skills
- Practice planning
- Player evaluation
- Game strategy
- Recruitment strategies
- Compliance monitoring
- Team management
- Social media management
Timeline
Head Softball Coach / Assitant Professor
Springfield College
08.2025 - Current
Lead Softball Coach
Springfield College
09.2024 - 05.2025
Graduate Assistant Coach
Springfield College
09.2023 - 05.2024
Masters of Education -
Springfield College
Secondary Education - Social Studies, Social Science
Long Island University