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Travis Summerlin

Travis Summerlin

Anna,TX

Summary

Driven head coach with extensive experience leading high level teams to success. Spearheaded multiple winning seasons and cultivated culture of excellence and teamwork. Demonstrated leadership and strategic game planning to foster development and team cohesion. Adaptable and reliable with strong planning and leadership skills, valued for integrity and commitment to player growth.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Varsity Baseball Coach

Frisco Independent School District
12.2019 - Current
  • Frisco Centennial High School
  • Fostered an inclusive environment within the team which emphasized teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship values.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with school administration, addressing any concerns or logistical issues proactively for seamless program operations.
  • Mentored assistant coaches to ensure continuity of coaching philosophy and consistent implementation of training methods.
  • Implemented data-driven assessments of player performance using advanced metrics to identify areas of improvement.

Head Baseball Coach

Texas Stix
05.2018 - Current
  • Stix Scout 2021 (2018-2019)
  • Stix Scout 2022 (2020-2021)
  • Stix Scout 2025 (2022-2024)
  • Coordinated with college recruiters to showcase players, resulting in increased scholarship opportunities for team members.
  • Evaluated talent during tryouts using objective data analysis techniques that led to more accurate roster selections.
  • Increased recruitment success by establishing strong relationships with local high schools and scouting talented athletes.

Teacher/Coach

Frisco ISD
07.2013 - Current
  • Frisco Centennial High School
  • US History and World History
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.

Varsity Assistant Coach

Frisco ISD
01.2014 - 12.2019
  • Frisco Centennial High School
  • Streamlined practice planning procedures resulting in more efficient sessions maximizing time spent on the field.
  • Contributed to winning seasons with effective game planning and in-game adjustments.
  • Managed equipment inventory and ensured proper maintenance of facilities to maintain a safe and efficient practice environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Exercise & Sports Science w/ All-Level Certification (BESS)

Texas State University – San Marcos
San Marcos, TX
05.2013

Skills

  • Recruiting Talent
  • Academic Support
  • Game Strategy
  • Player Development
  • Parent Communication
  • Staff Management
  • Game Preparation
  • Performance Analysis

Players Coached:

MLB:

Seth Elledge - St. Louis Cardinals: Centennial 2014

Tanner Gardener - Texas Rangers: Centennial 2014

Taylor Floyd - Seattle Mariners: Centennial 2016

AJ Smith-Shawver - Atlanta Braves: Stix Scout 2021


College (Major P4 Only):

Ty Johnson - Baylor: Stix Scout 2021

Hunter Teplansky - Baylor: Stix Scout 2021

Dylan Crooks - Oklahoma: Stix Scout 2021

Damian Bravo - Texas Tech: Stix Scout 2022

Jonathan Greve - Baylor: Stix Scout 2022


Current Commits - Stix Scout 2025 (Major P4 Only):

Eli Willits - Oklahoma (Likely Top 10 MLB Draft Pick)

Brady Janusek - Oklahoma

Braxton Van Cleave - Kentucky

Carter Rutenbar - Arkansas

Cayden Mitchell - Arkansas

Marcos Paz - LSU

Devin Miller - Cal State Fullerton

Ethan Biatto - Tennessee


Also many any others to smaller D1 and NJCAA levels.

Timeline

Head Varsity Baseball Coach

Frisco Independent School District
12.2019 - Current

Head Baseball Coach

Texas Stix
05.2018 - Current

Varsity Assistant Coach

Frisco ISD
01.2014 - 12.2019

Teacher/Coach

Frisco ISD
07.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Exercise & Sports Science w/ All-Level Certification (BESS)

Texas State University – San Marcos