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Seth Graves

Sylva,NC

Summary

Encouraging team member and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact team success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Player Development

WCU BASEBALL TEAM
06.2022 - Current


  • Coordinated logistics for team travel arrangements during away games or tournaments, minimizing disruptions to player routines and overall performance levels.
  • Organized and facilitated Player Prospect Camps by inviting prospective student athletes and evaluated player performance.
  • Enhanced player performance by implementing personalized development plans and setting achievable goals.
  • Facilitated communication between players, coaches, support staff, and management to foster a cohesive organizational environment.
  • Developed comprehensive scouting reports on opposing teams, providing valuable insights for game preparation and strategy formulation.
  • Mentored athletes on work ethic, teamwork, and leadership skills, contributing to a positive team culture and successful season outcomes.
  • Assisted with on campus recruiting

Student Athlete

Western Carolona University
08.2019 - 05.2022

While at WCU from 2020-2022 I played in 113 career games with 97 starts. In 2021 I posted a career best .311 batting average including a .467 average in our conference tournament.

Education

Master of Science - Sports Management

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
12.2023

Graduate Certificate in Project Management -

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
12.2023

Bachelors in Applied Mathematics -

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
12.2021

Associates in Pre-Medicine -

Northern Oklahoma College
Enid, OK
05.2019

Associates in Pre-Engineering -

Northern Oklahoma College
Enid, OK
05.2019

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Effective Leader
  • Great Oral and Written Communicator
  • Player Evaluation
  • Talent Identification
  • Effective Planner

Accomplishments

  • 2022 Jack Leggett Award Recipient
  • 2019 Male Student-Athlete of the Year
  • 2019 DII NJCAA World Series Champion
  • 2019 DII NJCAA World Series All-Tournament Team

Timeline

Director of Player Development

WCU BASEBALL TEAM
06.2022 - Current

Student Athlete

Western Carolona University
08.2019 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Sports Management

Western Carolina University

Graduate Certificate in Project Management -

Western Carolina University

Bachelors in Applied Mathematics -

Western Carolina University

Associates in Pre-Medicine -

Northern Oklahoma College

Associates in Pre-Engineering -

Northern Oklahoma College
Seth Graves