- Creating highly successful training programs in and out of the water
- Improving swimming effectiveness
- Motivating athletes to perform at their best
Amber Nielsen
Riverside
Summary
Riverside Water Polo Club's head coach, who has a wide range of expertise in improving team performance through specific training programs and player assessment. I am in my third year of leadership as an experienced head coach that focuses on performance outcomes, inspiring athletes, and strives for notable advancements in teamwork and fundamental development. Gaining experience from coaching all levels of age groups ranging from splashball, teaching athletes the fundamentals of basic water polo skills to head coach for a highly competitive Junior Olympic team. I have recently been associated with assistant coach to a previous Division 1 water polo coach gaining an excellent eye for details, assessing quick identification of areas for improvement and suggesting strategies for improvement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Club Coach
Riverside Water Polo Club
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and training techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete attendance at practices and games, tracking their commitment levels throughout the season.
- Served as a positive role model for athletes by demonstrating exemplary sportsmanship, professionalism, and ethical behavior both in and out of the pool.
- Evaluated athlete progress regularly using performance metrics, adjusting training plans as needed for optimal results.
- Developed athlete skills through focused practice sessions and personalized feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - With An Emphasis in European History
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA04-2025
Skills
- Team management
- Player evaluation
- Motivational techniques
- Training program design
- Performance analysis
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Team leadership & development
Qualifications
10 years experience playing water polo at various levels, including...
- competitive club for 6 years
- starting captain on high school varsity for 4 years
- starting captain junior college for 2 years
- Division 1 player for 2 years
Interests
Timeline
Head Club Coach
Riverside Water Polo Club
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - With An Emphasis in European History
California Baptist University
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