WADE VOTROUBEK
What Cheer,IA
Summary
Young motivated, reliable, hardworking coach looking to further my career and bring a family and winning mentality to a program. Bringing 6 years of experience in player and team development, advising student athletes academically, developing scouting reports on opposing teams, recruiting for varsity and junior varsity teams, operating the program's social media platforms, and graphic design for the program's social media platforms. I am looking for the opportunity to bring and maintain a winning culture to a program both on and off the court. Helping provide the opportunity for young athletes to not only further their basketball career but get a quality education and graduate with a degree is of the utmost importance!
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Iowa Western Community College
05.2023 - Current
- Developed and executed practice plans to enhance team performance and player development.
- Analyzed game footage to identify strengths, weaknesses, and strategic opportunities for improvement.
- Mentored student-athletes on skill development, sportsmanship, and academic balance.
- Coordinated recruiting efforts by evaluating potential players and conducting outreach with high schools.
- Collaborated with head coach to implement game strategies that maximized team effectiveness during competitions.
- Enhanced player performance by developing and implementing strategic training programs.
- Supported players in achieving their academic goals through effective time management and study skills guidance.
- Contributed to the team's overall success with thorough knowledge of basketball tactics and techniques.
- Assisted head coach in managing daily operations, ensuring smooth execution of team activities.
Head JV Basketball Coach
Iowa Western Community College
05.2023 - Current
- Developed strategic training programs enhancing player performance and team cohesion.
- Led recruitment efforts, identifying and attracting top talent for junior varsity basketball team.
- Implemented game strategies that improved overall team competitiveness and skill execution.
- Fostered positive relationships with players and parents, promoting a supportive sports environment.
- Mentored assistant coaches in effective practice planning and player development techniques.
- Evaluated team performance metrics to inform coaching decisions and improve future outcomes.
- Created an organized practice schedule that maximized court time and prioritized skill development for all players.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding player progress, addressing concerns promptly to ensure satisfaction with the program''s direction.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as scheduling games, booking travel accommodations, and coordinating with referees to ensure smooth game day operations.
- Assisted in academic monitoring of student-athletes, ensuring their eligibility for participation in sports activities remained intact.
Graduate Assistant Coach
William Penn University
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed drills and training sessions with the team
- Assisted the Head Coach during drills and training sessions
- In charge of position development for forwards and centers
- Evaluate individual player’s performance and behavioral profile with assistant coaches
- Work with skill specific coaches to improve fundamental flaws in player’s understanding of the game and/or his position
- Provides counseling services to players and if unable to, refer them to qualified professional
- Scout the country for talent from the next recruiting class
- Analyzed team and individual statistics, game film of opponents to identify strong and weak points for scout
- Created graphic designs for the team’s social media accounts
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
Head Assistant JV Men's Basketball Coach
William Penn University
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Created and utilized training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Notified head coach of problems with discipline, performance and other decision-making areas.
- Aided in developing athletes at varying levels from beginner to elite.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
Student Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
William Penn University
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided insightful suggestions for options to improve gameplay.
- Encouraged athletes to stronger performance with positive words and tips.
- Reported injuries and other issues promptly to head coach.
- Aided in developing athletes at varying levels from beginner to elite.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
Education
Masters of Sport Management - Sport Management
William Penn University
Oskaloosa, IA05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
William Penn University
Oskaloosa, IA05.2021
High School Diploma -
Oskaloosa High School
Oskaloosa, IA05.2016
Skills
- Managing Recruitment
- Individualized and Group Training
- Player Evaluations
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Game Strategy Development
- Creativity and Flexibility
- Media Relations
- Personal Counseling
- Sports Graphic Design
- Academic Advisory
Accomplishments
- 150-37 overall assistant coach record at William Penn University and Iowa Western Community College (61-6 as a graduate assistant at WPU, 55-5 as a student assistant at WPU, 34-27 as assistant at IWCC)
- Developed 27 All-Conference selections (22 at WPU, 5 at IWCC)
- Developed 3 Heart of America Conference Player of the Year selections
- Developed 4 NAIA All-Americans
References
- John Henry | William Penn Men's Basketball Head Coach | (641) 777-4924
- James Bankhead | Iowa Western Men's Basketball Assistant Coach | (402) 306-0061
- Blake Sandquist | Des Moines Area Community College Men's Basketball Head Coach | (515) 201-2080
- Sheawn Bedford | William Penn Women's Basketball Head Coach | (210) 573-7043
Timeline
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Iowa Western Community College
05.2023 - Current
Head JV Basketball Coach
Iowa Western Community College
05.2023 - Current
Graduate Assistant Coach
William Penn University
05.2021 - 05.2023
Head Assistant JV Men's Basketball Coach
William Penn University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Student Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
William Penn University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Masters of Sport Management - Sport Management
William Penn University
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
William Penn University
High School Diploma -
Oskaloosa High School
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