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Tory Stephens

Lubbock

Summary

Dynamic, results-driven, and experienced leader with a proven track record at Texas Tech University, specializing in strategic planning and performance improvement through all facets of strength and conditioning. Expert in coaching and mentoring staff, optimizing training programs, and managing budgets effectively. Skilled in relationship building and data analytics, fostering high-performing teams to achieve athletic excellence.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Asst. Athletic Director/ Director Strength & Cond.

Texas Tech University Athletics
01.1995 - 03.2025
  • Developed high-performing teams through personal coaching, providing mentorship, guidance, and expertise to staff of 15 full-time coaches, interns and GA's
  • Enhanced collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Managed budget effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Strengthened internal controls by developing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations
  • Optimized student-athletes and staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual and team needs.
  • Use data analytics through Vald, Elite Form and Catapult for informed decision-making in critical areas such as workout intensity and progressions
  • Optimized inventory of all weight rooms and needs to minimize costs and ensure a safe training and working environment
  • Trained and guided teams and strength coaches to maintain high productivity and performance
  • Recruited, hired, and mentored a staff, working to establish key responsibilities of their positions
  • Served as senior staff member in the athletic department that was assembled for key discussions on decisions within the daily operations of the athletic department

Education

Bachelor of Science - Exercise And Sport Science

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
12-1998

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Strategic planning of strength and conditioning programs
  • Creative and innovative to accommodate all age levels
  • Goal setting
  • Budget management
  • Facilities management
  • Team building
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Effective leader
  • Performance improvement

Certification

  • MSCC- Master Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified through CSCCa 2010-current
  • SCCC-Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified through CsCCa 2001-present
  • CPR/First Aid/AED- American Red Cross

Timeline

Asst. Athletic Director/ Director Strength & Cond.

Texas Tech University Athletics
01.1995 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Science - Exercise And Sport Science

Texas Tech University
Tory Stephens