Torrance Merchant
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Dynamic football coach with a proven track record at Success Academy at Anderson, excelling in player development and tactical analysis. Skilled in injury prevention and team building, I successfully enhanced athlete performance through personalized training programs and innovative strategies, fostering a culture of unity and motivation within the team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Varsity Football Coach
Success Academy at Anderson
04.2011 - 03.2016
- Evaluated athlete performance using video analysis tools to identify areas of improvement and provide constructive feedback.
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized training programs and focused practice sessions.
- Mentored student-athletes on teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership both on and off the field for well-rounded personal development.
- Organized successful fundraising events to support team expenses such as equipment purchases and travel costs.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches and trainers to ensure comprehensive athlete support including injury prevention measures and rehabilitation plans if needed.
Varsity Assistant Coach
Crenshaw High School
04.2008 - 02.2010
- Conducted regular film study sessions with athletes to review game footage and identify areas for improvement in tactics and technique.
- Ran effective practice drills to increase endurance and boost skills in athletes.
- Assisted head coach in player recruitment, evaluating potential candidates for skill level and fit within the team culture.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by attending coaching conferences, workshops, and clinics to stay current on best practices and industry trends.
- Fostered an inclusive team environment by addressing any conflicts among players promptly and fairly, promoting a strong sense of unity within the group.
Defensive Coordinator
Central High School
05.2005 - 02.2007
- Provided group and individual guidance on sports rules, game strategies and performance principles to achieve winning results.
- Contributed to victories by developing strategic defensive game plans and calling plays during game.
- Managed football summer programs, tryouts, practice schedules and routines.
- Directed physical conditioning programs enabling athletes to achieve maximum performance.
- Collaborated with head coach to design game plans tailored to each opponent''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Adapted defensive schemes as needed based on player personnel and specific game situations, resulting in more effective game plans.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing innovative defensive strategies and techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Apprenticeship Studies
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY06-2007
GED -
Blanche Ely High School
Pompano Beach, Florida05-2000
Skills
- Strength training
- Scheduling coordination
- Facility management
- Injury prevention
- Player development
- Setting goals
- Tactical analysis
- Team building
- Motivational
- Physically fit
- Training exercises
- Team bonding
- Performance improvements
Timeline
Head Varsity Football Coach
Success Academy at Anderson
04.2011 - 03.2016
Varsity Assistant Coach
Crenshaw High School
04.2008 - 02.2010
Defensive Coordinator
Central High School
05.2005 - 02.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Apprenticeship Studies
Jefferson Community And Technical College
GED -
Blanche Ely High School
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