Shelbie DeBenedetti
Linden
Summary
Motivated and dependable professional with a strong work ethic and hands-on experience in relationship-driven sales, customer service, and collegiate athletic operations. Proven ability to build connections, promote programs and events, and support client and team needs in fast-paced environments. Brings a competitive, team-first mindset with strong communication and organizational skills. Eager to contribute to a sales and sports operations role by driving engagement, growth, and overall team success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Softball Coach | Recruiting Coordinator
La Sierra University
08.2025 - Current
- Assist the head coach in designing and implementing college-level practice plans, athlete development sessions, and competitive game strategies.
- Lead program fundraising efforts by planning events, coordinating alumni and donor outreach, and generating financial support for team needs.
- Serve as Recruiting Coordinator by evaluating prospective student-athletes, managing communication, organizing official/unofficial visits, and maintaining recruiting databases in compliance with NCAA/NAIA regulations.
- Ensure full adherence to institutional, conference, and governing-body rules in all coaching and recruiting operations.
- Support student-athletes academically, athletically, and personally while fostering a positive and competitive team culture.
- Manage administrative tasks including travel coordination, scouting, and daily program operations.
Recruiting Staff
Superior Showcase Softball
01.2024 - Current
- Built lasting professional relationships with softball coaches nationwide.
- Helped bring prospective student-athletes to the university by communicating with athletes and coaches during showcase events.
- Occasional Weekends (Summer & Fall Only)
Recruiting Staff
California Fastpitch Tourneys
01.2023 - Current
- Developed strong communication and multitasking skills while supporting college recruiting efforts.
- Connected with softball coaches across the United States to promote events and expand recruiting networks.
- Occasional Weekends ( Summer & Fall Only)
Retail Associate
Sunnie Dayz
Yucaipa, CA
01.2023 - 06.2026
- Greet customers, provide product support, and create positive, lasting customer relationships.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
- Part-Time, As Needed
Office Assistant & Field Worker
FFD Orchards
Linden, CA
06.2018 - 01.2023
- Supported daily office operations, strengthened time-management skills, and resolved routine issues efficiently.
- Repaired sprinkler systems, applied fertilizer and spray materials, and assisted with day-to-day agricultural tasks.
- Hauled produce to wholesalers and built strong relationships with buyers to support consistent product sales.
- Seasonal (Summer)
Education
MBA - Business Management
La Sierra University
Riverside, CA06.2026
BS - Business Management, Business Marketing
La Sierra University
Riverside, CA06-2025
Diploma - undefined
Linden High School
Linden, CA06.2021
Skills
- Committed team member
- Reliable professional
- Cash handling proficiency
- Strong verbal communication
- Team leadership
- Trustworthy in commitments
- Effective prioritization
- Fundraising expertise
- Proficient in handling multiple tasks
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Concise written communication
Certification
CPR
LANGUAGES
English
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Linden Memorial Christmas Tree, Volunteer, Linden, CA, I organize the ornaments that go on the memorial tree yearly and am in charge of purchasing new additions.
- Linden Cemetery, Volunteer, Linden, CA, I help put flags up in remembrance of fallen soldiers, and help put up fliers for meeting dates.
- La Sierra University Tree Lighting, Volunteer, Riverside, CA, I aided in setting up and taking down the community tree lighting event.
- La Sierra University Softball Youth Clinic, Organizer, Riverside, CA, With the help of the coaching staff, I helped pick a date, organized where everyone would be placed at the event, and planned the breakdown of the event.
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AWARDS
La Sierra Female Rookie of the Year, La Sierra Softball MVP, CALPAC Honorable Mention, SAAC Representative, La Sierra University Player of the Year
Timeline
Assistant Softball Coach | Recruiting Coordinator
La Sierra University
08.2025 - Current
Recruiting Staff
Superior Showcase Softball
01.2024 - Current
Recruiting Staff
California Fastpitch Tourneys
01.2023 - Current
Retail Associate
Sunnie Dayz
01.2023 - 06.2026
Office Assistant & Field Worker
FFD Orchards
06.2018 - 01.2023
Diploma - undefined
Linden High School
MBA - Business Management
La Sierra University
BS - Business Management, Business Marketing
La Sierra University