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Alvin Acquaah-Harrison

Kingston,ON

Summary

A motivated and analytical law student with experience in sports management, a solid understanding of basketball operations, and media creation. I am an intern at a sports representation agency, as well as the founder of a university sports coverage media outlet. Ultimately, I take value in the accumulation of knowledge, and I have a desire to learn more about how the disciplines of law and sports intersect.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Content Creator

True Evolution Hoops
10.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Founded True Evolution Hoops, a platform dedicated to covering Ontario University Athletics Men's Basketball
  • Website: trueevolutionhoops.com
  • Responsibilities include creating game analyses, writing journal entries, reviewing game tape, and posting on social media

Junior Editor

Black Canadian Law Journal (Ontario)
09.2024 - Current
  • As a first year editor on the 'BLCJ' I'm tasked proofreading, correcting, and verifying journal entry sources
  • Continued to develop my particular attention to detail

Intern

Slan Sports Management
10.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Slan Sports Management is home to 45+ professional basketball players around the world, including Euroleague, and NBA G-League athletes
  • My role include, assisting with client media and social media management - I work and shadow under well known Canadian agent, Matt Slan
  • I have been able to gain insight into client representation, marketing strategies, and athlete branding

Intramural Convener

York University
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Supervised intramural activities at York University, ensuring safety and adherence to rules
  • Managed logistics and operated independently during events, showing strong organizational and leadership skills

Part-Time Sales Associate

Footlocker Canada
Yorkdale Mall
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Worked in a high-volume store, providing exceptional customer service and achieving top sales numbers
  • Developed time management, multitasking, and teamwork skills

Crew Trainer

McDonald's Canada
, Canada
09.2018 - 06.2020
  • Promoted to Crew Trainer, leading and training new staff while maintaining high service standards in a busy location
  • Developed skills in customer service, leadership, and team coordination

Event Organizer

NGAZ Elite Basketball Tournament
Surrey, Canada
09.2021
  • Successfully organized and facilitated a 3x3 basketball tournament, including team creation, event logistics, and payment handling
  • Demonstrated strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment

Education

J.D. - Law

Queen's University Faculty of Law
Kingston, ON
01-2027

Honours Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

York University
Toronto, ON
06.2024

High School Diploma -

Regent Christian Academy
Surrey, BC
06.2020

Skills

  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Typing speed of 90 WPM
  • Collaboration
  • Fast-paced environments
  • Basic knowledge of NBA player contracts
  • Basic knowledge of FIBA player contracts

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Founder & Content Creator

True Evolution Hoops
10.2024 - Current

Junior Editor

Black Canadian Law Journal (Ontario)
09.2024 - Current

Intern

Slan Sports Management
10.2023 - Current

Intramural Convener

York University
09.2023 - 05.2024

Part-Time Sales Associate

Footlocker Canada
09.2021 - 03.2023

Event Organizer

NGAZ Elite Basketball Tournament
09.2021

Crew Trainer

McDonald's Canada
09.2018 - 06.2020

J.D. - Law

Queen's University Faculty of Law

Honours Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

York University

High School Diploma -

Regent Christian Academy

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