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Timothy Dawson

Franklin ,VA

Summary

Knowledgeable Head Coach with experience developing and leading high-quality programs dedicated to player achievement on and off court. Focused on improving skills, instilling discipline and building winning teams. Strong leadership, planning and problem-solving abilities developed throughout career.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Basketball Coach

Newport News Night Hawks
Newport News, VA
10.2012 - 05.2015
  • Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
  • Developed strong framework and policies for effective basketball program.
  • Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
  • Upheld safety standards at practices, games and events.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-the court.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Developed off-season training programs such as week-long camps to maintain player proficiency and introduce new teammates.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
  • Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
  • Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
  • Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members.
  • Recruited athletes by attending local and regional games tournaments.

Basketball Head Coach Volunteer

YMCA Franklin
Franklin , Virginia
12.2013 - 01.2016
  • Upheld safety standards at practices, games and events.
  • Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline and good sportsmanship.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-Court.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Conveyed rules and regulations clearly, promoting better understanding among players and decreasing fouls during games.
  • Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members.

Director of Youth Ministry

Celebration Church
Franklin, VA
09.2021 - Current
  • Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
  • Taught and counseled youth ages 5 to 18.
  • Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
  • Shared valuable life experiences with youths aged 5 to 18 to promote positive self-esteem and improve social skills.
  • Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians through mentorship.
  • Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
  • Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
  • Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.

Assistant Football Coach

Southampton County High School
Franklin , VA
04.2021 - Current
  • Enforced team rules fairly to eliminate unsafe practices and unauthorized behaviors.
  • Maintained positive community and parent relations to build strong athletic support networks.
  • Monitored students' academic progress and coordinated extra resources for any struggling with classes.
  • Implemented successful training and conditioning programs to elevate players' physical abilities and stamina.
  • Counseled players dealing with academic and personal problems to help find resolutions and restore team balance.
  • Managed facilities maintenance and pre-game preparation as well as practices and outreach events.
  • Scouted opposing teams to help build effective gameplay strategies.
  • Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.

Business Owner/Operator

Dawson And Son Lawn Care
Franklin, Virginia
05.2017 - Current
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
  • Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
  • Spearheaded business-related aims to meet tactical planning initiatives.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies

Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO
05.2023

Skills

  • Recruitment
  • Motivational leadership style
  • Character Development
  • Behavior modeling
  • Offensive and defensive strategy

Timeline

Director of Youth Ministry

Celebration Church
09.2021 - Current

Assistant Football Coach

Southampton County High School
04.2021 - Current

Business Owner/Operator

Dawson And Son Lawn Care
05.2017 - Current

Basketball Head Coach Volunteer

YMCA Franklin
12.2013 - 01.2016

Head Basketball Coach

Newport News Night Hawks
10.2012 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies

Colorado Christian University
Timothy Dawson