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Zach Branch

Rison,AR

Summary

Experienced Head Football Coach well-versed in developing effective gameplay strategies, leading and motivating coaches and overseeing program operations. Adept at instilling discipline and sportsmanship in players while developing exceptional talent. Offering passion for the game and 32 years' experience as a coach and player.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Defensive Coordinator

Rison High School
Rison, AR
07.2016 - 06.2021
  • Developed defensive game plans and schemes to counter opposing offenses.
  • Coached players on proper technique, positioning, and execution of defensive plays.

Defensive Coordinator

Bauxite High School
Bauxite, AR
01.2015 - 06.2016
  • Evaluated personnel for appropriate placement in various defensive formations.
  • Analyzed opponent's strengths and weaknesses to devise effective defensive strategies.

Head Football Coach/Defensive Coordinator

Woodlawn High School
Rison, AR
07.2011 - 12.2014
  • Developed, implemented and evaluated practice plans to ensure efficient use of time.
  • Managed all aspects of the football program including budget, scheduling, coaching staff and equipment.
  • Supervised assistant coaches during practices and games, providing feedback on performance as needed.

Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Football Coach

Warren High School
Warren, Arkansas
07.2004 - 12.2009
  • 2006 4A State Runner-up

Defensive Coordinator

West Memphis High School
West Memphis, AR
07.2001 - 06.2004
  • 2003 5A State Runner-up

Assistant Football Coach/Assistant Track Coach

West Plains High School
West Plains, MO
07.1999 - 06.2001

Assistant Football Coach/Head Boy's Track Coach

Hamburg High School
Hamburg, AR
07.1996 - 06.1999
  • 1997 3A State Runner-up

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Harding University
Searcy, AR
05-2017

Bachelor of Science - Education

Arkansas State University
State University, AR
08-1996

Skills

  • Motivational Leadership
  • Team Management
  • Staff Development
  • Player evaluations
  • Program assessment
  • Practice scheduling
  • Community Engagement
  • Game Strategy Development
  • Performance Improvements
  • Rule Enforcement

Timeline

Defensive Coordinator

Rison High School
07.2016 - 06.2021

Defensive Coordinator

Bauxite High School
01.2015 - 06.2016

Head Football Coach/Defensive Coordinator

Woodlawn High School
07.2011 - 12.2014

Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Football Coach

Warren High School
07.2004 - 12.2009

Defensive Coordinator

West Memphis High School
07.2001 - 06.2004

Assistant Football Coach/Assistant Track Coach

West Plains High School
07.1999 - 06.2001

Assistant Football Coach/Head Boy's Track Coach

Hamburg High School
07.1996 - 06.1999

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Harding University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Arkansas State University
Zach Branch