XAVIER PENA
North Plainfield,NJ
Summary
Resourceful Graduate Assistant Wrestling Coach known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in conducting thorough research and data analysis. Excel at time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving, ensuring success in fast-paced academic environments. Strong communicator and team player, adept at collaborating with faculty and students to achieve project goals. I always strive to be the best in country in wrestling and in school. In my next pursuit I will continue to do that and continue to learn and grow.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Game Day Operations Staff Member
New York Red Bulls
Harrison, New Jersey
- Assisted in setting up for special events, including tables, chairs, decorations.
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for each event or game day operation.
- Assisted with setup, tear down of audio, visual equipment prior to, after each event.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure smooth execution of all game day operations tasks.
Social Media Director
Centenary University Wrestling
Hackettstown, New Jersey
05.2025 - Current
- Developed strategies for increasing followers on various social networks such as Facebook, Instagram.
- Created content for Social media to promote the Wrestling program, matches, events, schedule and recruiting posts.
Graduate Assistant Wrestling Coach
Centenary University
Hackettstown, New Jersey
06.2024 - Current
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing documents or preparing reports.
- Helped the development of the Students on the mat and in the Classroom
- Helping with Recruiting calls and illustrating visits
Wrestling Coach
Rhino Wrestling Club
Hillsborough, New Jersey
07.2023 - Current
- Trained wrestlers on proper nutrition habits to enhance performance.
- Enforced rules of conduct within the team environment.
- Collaborated with other coaches in developing skillsets for individual wrestlers.
Freight Team Associate
The Home Depot Inc
South Plainfield, NJ
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Lifted and moved items weighing numerous pounds multiple times per shift.
- Maintained high safety standards within the facility by enforcing proper lifting techniques, equipment usage, and hazard prevention measures.
- Offered friendly, prompt customer service by answering questions, resolving issues quickly, and checking system for inventory.
- Broke down, re-packaged and shrink-wrapped pallets for efficient storage and transportation.
- Streamlined inbound freight procedures for faster unloading, sorting, and storage of shipments.
Education
MBA - Marketing
Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJ08.2026
Bachelor Of Science - Sports Management
Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJ05.2024
Bound Brook High School
Bound Brook, NJ06.2020
Skills
- Content creation
- Data management
- Coaching techniques
- Operations support
- Microsoft office
- Time management abilities
- Professional development
Accomplishments
- 4x NCAA NATIONAL Qualifier in Wrestling
- NWCA ACADEMIC ALL-AMERICAN
- Hold the Centenary University record for wins with 113
• Mideast Regional Champion
• Centenary Rookie of the Year 2022 Centenary Male Athlete of the Year 2023
• St Luke's Male Athlete of the Year 2024
• Centenary Cardy Gamma Award Winner in 2025
Timeline
Social Media Director
Centenary University Wrestling
05.2025 - Current
Graduate Assistant Wrestling Coach
Centenary University
06.2024 - Current
Wrestling Coach
Rhino Wrestling Club
07.2023 - Current
Freight Team Associate
The Home Depot Inc
06.2021 - 08.2023
Game Day Operations Staff Member
New York Red Bulls
MBA - Marketing
Centenary University
Bachelor Of Science - Sports Management
Centenary University
Bound Brook High School