Sharon Zemp
Portland
Summary
Accomplished Head Lacrosse, Field Hockey, and Basketball Coach with over twenty years of experience in developing competitive teams. Expertise in fostering athlete relationships to enhance performance and commitment. Proven success in driving team growth and creating programs that attract female athletes through strategic recruiting and leading by example.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Club Lacrosse Coach
Oregon Pride Lacrosse
Portland, OR
09.2025 - Current
- Help to organize team logistics, including parent communication and making sure tournaments run smoothly for teams.
- Foster team cohesion through engaging drills and collaborative activities.
- Coach fundamental techniques and game strategies during practices while also building a great rapport through having fun and special events when appropriate.
- Work with athletes of all ages from 3rd/4th grade to High School.
Head Lacrosse Coach
Central Catholic High School
Portland, OR
09.2021 - Current
- Grew the program from barely fielding a team to a respectable number of over 40 plus athletes in less than two seasons.
- Was nominated as the 2024 OGLA Coach of the Year for my third season as Central's Head Coach.
- The program went from having lackluster seasons to being a top 12 team in three years demonstrating an impressive turnaround.
- Worked to recruit potential college level athletes while developing existing players to also become collegiate level lacrosse players.
- Fostered positive relationships with athletes, parents, and school administration to promote team unity.
- Organized and executed fundraising activities to support program needs and resources.
Personal Trainer/Sports Conditioning Coach
Self Employed
Portland, OR
2011 - Current
- Develop personalized fitness programs tailored to client goals and needs.
- Educate clients on nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices to enhance results.
- Worked with several D-1 Athletes to provide sport specific training and to assist in their recruitment to top tier schools.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Psychology
Lock Haven University of PA
Lock Haven, PA12.1997
Sports Training Certification - Personal Training And Sports Conditioning
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Portland, OR2008
Skills
- Lacrosse coaching certifications
- Technical drills
- Player evaluation
- Athlete development
- Injury prevention
- Game strategy
- Sports nutrition
- Recruiting talent
- Team dynamics
- Team collaboration
- CPR/AED certified
Timeline
Club Lacrosse Coach
Oregon Pride Lacrosse
09.2025 - Current
Head Lacrosse Coach
Central Catholic High School
09.2021 - Current
Personal Trainer/Sports Conditioning Coach
Self Employed
2011 - Current
Sports Training Certification - Personal Training And Sports Conditioning
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Psychology
Lock Haven University of PA