Thomas A. Garrick
Seekonk,MA
Summary
Experienced with team leadership, game strategy development, and player mentorship. Utilizes effective training programs and motivational techniques to drive team success. Track record of fostering collaborative and high-performing team environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Basketball Coach
CATS Academy Boston
09.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for student-athletes to enhance performance and skills.
- Fostered a positive team culture through effective communication and mentorship of players and coaching staff.
- Analyzed game footage to identify strengths, weaknesses, and strategies for continuous improvement.
- Developed and implemented training regimens to enhance athletic performance and physical fitness.
Assistant Basketball Coach “17U”
Expressions Elite Nike EYBL
04.2024 - Current
- Helped with skill work and drills in practice setting.
- Oversaw substitutions, while also managing general gameplay (player/team fouls, timeouts etc.).
- Responsible for communicating with the players upon substitutions.
- Scouting opponents as well as recruiting.
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
CATS Academy Boston
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Assisted in developing and implementing practice plans to enhance team skills and performance.
- Collaborated with head coach to strategize game plans and player development initiatives.
- Mentored student-athletes on sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth principles.
- Evaluated player performance data to pinpoint improvement areas and optimize training sessions.
Assistant Basketball Coach Boys’ Basketball (Preparatory team)
Dexter Southfield Academy, Brookline, MA
11.2019 - 01.2024
- Assemble seasonal practice schedule while monitoring student’s workload.
- Responsible for overseeing students grade point averages to ensure a balance of athletics and academics.
- Record and analyze team statistics while reporting to Head Coach and Athletic Director
- Scout and recruit potential/additional team members for upcoming school years
Teachers Assistant
Ocean State Academy, Providence, RI
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Assembled lesson plans for children in grades K-12
- Assisted students with daily academic tasks including reviewing work and correcting assignments.
- Maintained a positive learning environment by implementing appropriate disciplinary policies.
- Volunteered for additional responsibilities including ensuring the safety of students during daily bus rides.
Professional Athlete-Basketball
Gigantes de Jalisco Team, Guadalajara, Mexico
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Starting point guard
- Consistently managed workload of practice, training and competition
- Participated in multiple media interviews and public relations meetings to promote team
- Eagerly attended community service events for the local community and youth
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports, Entertainment, Event Management
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05-2017
Skills
Strong verbal skills
Responsive to evolving challenges
Proficient in encouraging through optimism
strong familiarity with game strategies
Timeline
Head Basketball Coach
CATS Academy Boston
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
CATS Academy Boston
08.2024 - 09.2025
Assistant Basketball Coach “17U”
Expressions Elite Nike EYBL
04.2024 - Current
Teachers Assistant
Ocean State Academy, Providence, RI
09.2021 - 01.2023
Assistant Basketball Coach Boys’ Basketball (Preparatory team)
Dexter Southfield Academy, Brookline, MA
11.2019 - 01.2024
Professional Athlete-Basketball
Gigantes de Jalisco Team, Guadalajara, Mexico
03.2019 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Sports, Entertainment, Event Management
Johnson & Wales University