Zach Wilkinson
Belton
Summary
Accomplished coach and player with a proven track record at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Demonstrated excellence in developing offensive linemen, elevating individual performance, and overall unit cohesion. Expert in performance coaching and data analysis, consistently driving team success, and optimizing athlete development. Known for establishing a disciplined, accountable, and high-effort culture that empowers athletes to grow both on and off the field. Spearheaded initiatives contributing to a national championship, multiple conference titles, and numerous All-Conference honors. Recognized by peers for strong leadership, clear communication strategies, and effective event coordination that enhance team dynamics, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to build winning programs, and consistently deliver high-level results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant Offensive Line Coach
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton
07.2025 - Current
- Head JV offensive line coach.
- Assistant run game coordinator.
- Assistant varsity offensive line coach
- Film breakdown for game planning.
- Coordinate halftime adjustments.
- Coordinated post-game meal ordering and pickup for the entire team and staff.
- STAR-certified to drive to events.
- Special assignment: advising the head coach if someone needs to be terminated.
Student Assistant Strength Coach and Assistant Offensive Line Coach
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Instruction on lifts, as well as teaching and correcting form to optimize performance.
- Help run and organize lifting numbers in Excel for over 100 athletes.
- Involved in the scouting and recruiting process.
- Pitch ideas to help better optimize performance for athletes.
- Lead speed training session with groups of athletes.
College Football
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Elected Leadership position (unity council) by peers
- 2-year starter
- All-Conference selection
- 2021 National Champion
- 2x Academic All-Conference
HIIT Class Teacher Assistant
OG Performance
Temple
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Organized the weight room before and after each class.
- I gave instructions to the entire class on the assigned workouts.
- Helped lead workouts.
- Helped write workouts.
First Grade Teacher Assistant
Wells Elementary
Cypress
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Classroom management.
- One-on-one English instruction with foreign students
- Helped organize the lesson plans.
- Gave input and ideas on teaching objectives, assignments, and classroom management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX05.2025
Skills
- Team leadership
- Performance coaching
- Data analysis
- Classroom management
- Event coordination
- Communication strategies
- XO's proficient
- Player scouting and evaluation
Awards and Honors (as a player)
- 2021 National champion
- 2x Conference champion (2021, 2022)
- All conference selection (2024)
- 3x academic all conference (2022, 2023, 2024)
- NCAA Semifinalist (2022)
- NCAA Quarterfinals (2024)
- 2024 Leadership council election
Awards & Honors (as a coach)
- 2025 American Southwest Conference Champions
- D3football.com Offensive Line of the Week
- 60+ Athletes Earned 1000lb club
References
Paul Allen, Strength Coach at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Owner of OG performance Phone: (832)-492-3264
Alex Farah, Offensive Line coach at University of Central Florida (UCF)
Phone: (248)-231-5868
Stephen Lee, Offensive Coordinator at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Phone: (979)-203-9561
Nick Brace, Defensive Line Coach and Special Teams Coordinator at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Phone: (716)-208-1989
Dr. Cliffa Foster, Dean of School of Exercise & Sport Science Mayborn College of Health Sciences
Phone: (254)-295-4610
Timeline
Graduate Assistant Offensive Line Coach
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
07.2025 - Current
Student Assistant Strength Coach and Assistant Offensive Line Coach
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
01.2025 - 06.2025
HIIT Class Teacher Assistant
OG Performance
09.2024 - 11.2024
College Football
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
08.2021 - 12.2024
First Grade Teacher Assistant
Wells Elementary
08.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor