WALTER W. FLETCHER, IV
Laguna Niguel,CA
Summary
Strategic football coach with 25+ years of high school and collegiate coaching experience, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Extensive background in offense, defense, and special teams schemes, recruiting operations, and compliance, with a record of conference championships, playoff success, and measurable performance improvement. Specialize in developing player skills, game strategy formulation, and team building. Excel in leadership, communication, and motivation, ensuring seamless collaboration and peak performance from players.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Freshman Football Coach / Offensive Coordinator
ALISO NIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL
Aliso Viejo, CA
2025 - Current
- Lead all aspects of the freshman football program, emphasizing skill development, accountability, safety, and academic responsibility.
- Oversee offensive philosophy, scheme installation, and in-game adjustments.
- Fostered a team culture focused on discipline and respect.
Head Football Coach / Offensive Coordinator / Defensive Coordinator
WHITTIER CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL
La Habra, CA
2022 - 2024
- Led a full program turnaround, transforming culture, competitiveness, and student-athlete experience.
- Guided team from 2–6 to 10–5, winning the CIF Southern Section Division 14 Championship.
- Increased offensive output from 7.75 PPG to 31.26 PPG in one season.
- Established a program rooted in integrity, sportsmanship, and inclusive leadership, earning the 2024 Mesquite League Sportsmanship Award.
- Mentored student-athletes earning 2 CIF Players of the Year, 5 All-CIF selections, and 12 All-League honors.
- Recruited, evaluated, and developed coaching staff while maintaining high professional standards.
- Supported student-athletes academically, socially, and emotionally in partnership with families.
Defensive Coordinator
FOUNTAIN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Fountain Valley, CA
2019 - 2021
- Designed and implemented weekly defensive game plans and opponent analysis.
- Held 7 of 10 opponents below season scoring averages (2019).
- Coached the league leader in total tackles (2020).
- Emphasized accountability, preparation, and team cohesion.
- Conducted post-season evaluations of returning players in order to assess progress made during the season.
Special Teams Coordinator / Offensive & Defensive Line Coach
CREAN LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL
Irvine, CA
2017 - 2017
- Developed special teams playbook to enhance game strategies and performance.
- Analyzed game film to identify areas of improvement for the special teams units.
- Developed position fundamentals, and contributed to weekly offensive and defensive game strategies.
- Produced 2 All-League players, and 1 All-Irvine selection.
- Supported CIF playoff appearance and program culture initiatives.
Special Teams Coordinator / Offensive Line / Linebackers Coach
ARROWHEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Redlands, CA
2016 - 2016
- Designed and coordinated all special teams' schemes and game plans.
- Evaluated player performance to optimize individual strengths.
- Organized film analysis sessions to review team performance and strategies.
- Produced two All-League selections.
Special Teams Coordinator / Offensive & Defensive Line Coach
CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
San Juan Capistrano, CA
2014 - 2015
- Designed and coordinated special teams schemes, and led all special teams meetings.
- Trained student-athletes on specific skills required for their positions on special teams.
- Focused on position development, fundamentals, and improving football intelligence.
- Developed three All-League players, and supported a CIF Playoff berth.
Freshman / JV Defensive Coordinator
CAPISTRANO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Mission Viejo, CA
2011 - 2013
- Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop impactful game strategies.
- Coordinated practice sessions focusing on skill development and team drills.
- Evaluated player performance through film analysis to identify areas for improvement.
Defensive Line Coach
CALIFORNIA LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY
Thousand Oaks, CA
2010 - 2010
- Assisted in directing the team to a conference championship and a berth in the NCAA playoffs.
- Lead the conference in total sacks and turnover margin.
- Coached a defensive line, where one player ranked first in the conference in sacks.
- Coached one First Team All-Conference player and one Second Team All-Conference player.
- I coached one Regional All-American player.
Recruiting Coordinator / Assistant Football Coach
WHITTIER COLLEGE
Whittier, CA
2006 - 2009
- Played a key role in expanding the football roster from 79 to 102 student-athletes.
- Developed a recruiting manual and a staff training system.
- Coordinated team travel, meals, and logistics.
- Improving defense to finish 2nd in both total defense and sacks in 2006.
- Improved offensive scoring of 8.2 points per game and total offense of 106.2 yards per game in 2007.
- The running game produced the conference-leading rusher in 2008.
Defensive Line Coach / Linebackers Coach
OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE
Los Angeles, CA
2004 - 2005
- Assisted in directing the team to a conference championship in both 2004 and 2005.
- Reached the 2004 NCAA Quarterfinals (finished ranked #9 nationally) and the 2005 NCAA Division III Playoffs.
- Created and utilized a new recruiting system that encompassed an Excel database, recruiting newsletters, and brochures to improve recruitment strategies, leading to the largest recruiting class in the school's history.
- Coached two First Team All-Conference players, and one Second Team All-Conference player.
Special Teams Coordinator / Recruiting Coordinator / Defensive Line Coach
THE UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND
Tacoma, WA
2003 - 2003
- Directed annual summer football camp partnering with 10 local high schools.
- Built a comprehensive recruiting system using databases, newsletters, and marketing materials.
- Liaison to Academic Support Staff for student-athletes in need of academic support.
- Recruiting classes of 2003 and 2004 combined for a 7-3 record in 2006, best single season record in the past 30 years.
Special Teams Coordinator / Recruiting Coordinator / Defensive Line Coach
ST. ANSELM COLLEGE
Manchester, NH
2000 - 2002
- Established recruiting guidelines for a newly formed NCAA Division II football program.
- Led all of NCAA Division II in turnover margin during the 2001 season.
- Coached two First Team All-Conference players, and two Second Team All-Conference players.
- I coached one All-Regional player.
Intern to the Director of Football Operations
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Ithaca, NY
1999 - 1999
- Organized student work, study managers on daily field setup, and practice film.
- Planned and managed an annual summer golf fundraiser, raising over $200,000.
- Created and wrote content for the bi-monthly alumni newsletter, The Crescent.
Education
Master of Arts - Education – School Counseling
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
Irvine, CA01.2026
Ph.D. - Sport Management (ABD)
TROY UNIVERSITY
Troy, ALMaster of Business Administration - Athletic Administration
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
Manchester, NHBachelor of Science - Sport Management / Minor – Coaching
ITHACA COLLEGE
Ithaca, NYSkills
- Physical education instruction
- Athletic performance
- Program development
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Inclusive team culture
- Student advising, mentorship and leadership
- Staff development
- College placement assistance
- Family and community engagement
- Athletic operations management
- HUDL film analysis
- Performance data analysis
- Collaborative teamwork
- Strength and conditioning expertise
- Nutritional guidance
Affiliations
- American Football Coaches Association (AFCA)
- National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA)
- North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM)
- American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
Technology And Analytics
- Hudl
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Mac & Windows OS
Timeline
Head Freshman Football Coach / Offensive Coordinator
ALISO NIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL
2025 - Current
Head Football Coach / Offensive Coordinator / Defensive Coordinator
WHITTIER CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL
2022 - 2024
Defensive Coordinator
FOUNTAIN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
2019 - 2021
Special Teams Coordinator / Offensive & Defensive Line Coach
CREAN LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL
2017 - 2017
Special Teams Coordinator / Offensive Line / Linebackers Coach
ARROWHEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
2016 - 2016
Special Teams Coordinator / Offensive & Defensive Line Coach
CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
2014 - 2015
Freshman / JV Defensive Coordinator
CAPISTRANO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
2011 - 2013
Defensive Line Coach
CALIFORNIA LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY
2010 - 2010
Recruiting Coordinator / Assistant Football Coach
WHITTIER COLLEGE
2006 - 2009
Defensive Line Coach / Linebackers Coach
OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE
2004 - 2005
Special Teams Coordinator / Recruiting Coordinator / Defensive Line Coach
THE UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND
2003 - 2003
Special Teams Coordinator / Recruiting Coordinator / Defensive Line Coach
ST. ANSELM COLLEGE
2000 - 2002
Intern to the Director of Football Operations
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
1999 - 1999
Master of Arts - Education – School Counseling
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
Ph.D. - Sport Management (ABD)
TROY UNIVERSITY
Master of Business Administration - Athletic Administration
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management / Minor – Coaching
ITHACA COLLEGE