Torijean Saffold
Lodi,US
Summary
Experienced football player with over 20 years of playing and a passion for the game. Developed valuable relationships with players and coaches, fostering growth and teamwork. Overcame numerous challenges, showcasing resilience and determination. Transitioned to coaching to further contribute to the sport and expand expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Running Back Coach/Linebackers' Coach
Modesto Christian School
Modesto, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented successful strategies to improve running back performance in blocking, catching, and ball carrying.
- Instructed running backs on proper techniques for receiving handoffs, avoiding tacklers, and executing cuts.
- Analyzed game film to identify weaknesses and strengths of individual players and the team as a whole.
- Collaborated with other coaches on offensive plays that would best utilize running backs' abilities in the given situation.
- Identified individual player offensive tendencies and opponent defensive tendencies by reviewing and analyzing gameplay footage.
- Developed and implemented successful strategies to improve linebakers' performance in reading offensive line, proper angles, and tackling.
Offensive Coordinator
Weston Ranch High School
Stockton, CA
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Oversee the entire offense
- Player development
- Weekly practice plans
- Weekly game planning
- Weekly strategies
Head Football Coach
Bear Creek High School
Stockton, CA
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Organizing and running a program.
- Raised awareness of the football program among administrators, families, and the community.
- Maintained equipment, facilities, and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Gave presentations to school administrators, player families, and at community events about the sports program.
- Put in place exercise and training programs that improved individual and team performance.
- Inspired athletes to improve their training habits and nutrition in order to become stronger, more agile, and more effective.
- Planned and oversaw a busy practice schedule.
- Oversaw student-athlete academic progress and scheduled tutoring sessions for those with falling grades.
- Evaluated player talent and physical abilities to determine proper team assignments.
- Worked with the administrators to create a framework for player participation and recognition.
- Consistent coaches' meetings.
- Consistent parent meetings.
- Meetings as a program.
- Worked with parents, boosters, and other resources to ensure that all of the team's needs were met.
- Instilled discipline in all team members and served as a role model for good citizenship.
- Oversaw challenging practice sessions aimed at improving athletic abilities and teamwork.
Varsity Defensive Coordinator
Weston Ranch High School
Stockton, CA
05.2018 - 10.2020
- 2020 was covid year
- Season was short
- Only 3 games played
- Game Planning, Develop weekly schemes for opponents
- Oversee a Defense
- Teach players how to be fundamentally sound in their position
- Teach the techniques of the position
Varsity Linebacker Coach
Lathrop High School
Lathrop, CA
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Teach players how to be fundamentally sound in their position
- Teach the techniques of the position
- Work with each player based on their specific needs
- In the box overseeing the game
JV Defensive Coordinator
Lathrop High School
Lathrop, CA
05.2014 - 11.2016
- Teach players how to be fundamentally sound in their position
- Teach the techniques of the position
- In the box overseeing the game for Varsity
- Develop weekly schemes for opponents
Freshman Head Coach
Lathrop High School
Lathrop, CA
05.2013 - 11.2013
- Teach players how to be fundamentally sound in their position
- Teach the techniques of the position
- Weekly game plans
- Practice schedules
- Set up meetings
- Stay in communication with player's parents on a daily basis
Varsity Linebacker Coach
Lathrop High School
Lathrop, CA
05.2012 - 11.2012
- Teach players how to be fundamentally sound in their position
- Teach the techniques of the position
- Work with each player based on their specific needs
Defensive Coordinator
Del Norte Senior High School
Del Norte, CO
06.2011 - 11.2011
- Organize the defense
- Play calling
- Work on weekly strategies
- Collaborate with other coaches when needed
Education
Master of Arts - MAE Single Subject - Physical Education
Alliant International University
San Diego, CA01-2026
High School Diploma -
Weston Ranch High School
Stockton, CA01.2005
Associate Degree -
Laney College
Oakland, CABachelor's Degree -
Adams State University
Alamosa, COSkills
- Responsible
- Strong work ethic
- Team building
- Motivational leadership style
- Offensive and defensive strategy
- Mentoring
- Staff development
- Coaching experience
- Disciplined
- Program leadership
Accomplishments
- Ranked top 100 athletes in the state
- Ranked top 100 twin athletes in the nation
- Made the Nor-Cal All-star Team
- First athlete to become athlete of the year
- Defensive MVP
- Team MVP
- 3 sport athlete
- Won League Title
- As a freshman was awarded First Team Linebacker
- As a sophomore was awarded second team Linebacker
- Won Back to Back Bowl games
Timeline
Running Back Coach/Linebackers' Coach
Modesto Christian School
07.2024 - Current
Offensive Coordinator
Weston Ranch High School
05.2023 - 10.2023
Head Football Coach
Bear Creek High School
07.2021 - 10.2022
Varsity Defensive Coordinator
Weston Ranch High School
05.2018 - 10.2020
Varsity Linebacker Coach
Lathrop High School
05.2017 - 11.2017
JV Defensive Coordinator
Lathrop High School
05.2014 - 11.2016
Freshman Head Coach
Lathrop High School
05.2013 - 11.2013
Varsity Linebacker Coach
Lathrop High School
05.2012 - 11.2012
Defensive Coordinator
Del Norte Senior High School
06.2011 - 11.2011
Master of Arts - MAE Single Subject - Physical Education
Alliant International University
High School Diploma -
Weston Ranch High School
Associate Degree -
Laney College
Bachelor's Degree -
Adams State University
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