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CHARLES YOUNG

Clovis,CA

Summary

Highly motivated and driven professional with a passion for helping individuals and organizations realize their full potential in life, in sport, and in the weight room. A self starter with the ability to create great relationships with athletes, coaches and support personnel and leverage those relationships to educate and build buy-in. Able to collaborate with all departments involved within the high-performance ecosystem to strategically solve complex problems with smart and innovative solutions.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Basketball Performance

Fresno State University
06.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for the design and implementation of year-round evidence-based programming for men's basketball with an emphasis on long term athletic development
  • Responsible for the collection of all anthropometric, sports science, strength and power testing and using data for creating highly individualized training programs.
  • Collaborate with coaching staff to objectively plan each practice to ensure optimal performance and recovery.
  • Utilize VALD Force Decks, NordBord and Kinexon GPS to monitor athlete readiness for peak performance.

Associate Strength and Conditioning Coach

University of California Davis, UC Davis
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Was responsible for the design and implementation of year-round evidence-based programming for men's basketball to enhance the development of speed, agility, endurance, and power
  • Utilized various fatigue and performance monitoring strategies by using wellness and RPE questionnaires.
  • Used daily Jump Mat testing to ensure athlete readiness for training and on court performance.
  • Organized team nutrition plans to ensure athletes were properly fueled for peak performance.

Director of Basketball Performance

Utah Valley University
06.2018 - 07.2019
  • Was responsible for the design and implementation of year-round evidence-based training for the men's basketball program.
  • Used combine testing to determine athlete's weaknesses and create an individualized program.
  • Used GymAware to track barbell velocities and program according to athlete readiness.

Strength and Conditioning Intern

University of Michigan
01.2018 - 06.2018
  • Assisted the Head Strength Coach in implementing resistance training, speed, agility and conditioning for men's/women's basketball teams.
  • Helped track and record data collected from Catapult wearable technology.
  • Assisted in pre-game warm-ups to make sure athletes were ready to perform.

Personal Trainer

Equinox Fitness
10.2015 - 12.2017
  • Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.

Strength and Conditioning Intern

University of Illinois, Champaign
01.2015 - 06.2015
  • Assisted in the set-up and breakdown of lifting and speed development sessions.
  • Assisted in the maintenance and organization of facility equipment, ensuring a clean and safe workout space for all users.
  • Provided guidance on proper exercise technique and form, reducing injury risk and promoting safety.
  • Contributed to a positive training environment by fostering strong relationships with athletes and coaching staff.

Education

M.S - Kinesiology

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
Kirksville, MO
05.2020

B.S - Exercise Science

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
06.2015

Skills

  • Excel
  • TeamBuildr
  • 1080 sprint
  • Rep One
  • Polar Team Pro
  • Kinexon
  • Catapult
  • Hawkin Dynamics Force Plates
  • VALD NordBord & Force Decks

Certification

  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • CPR/AED
  • Applied Functional Science (CAFS)
  • Applied Performance Coach Certified
  • Precision Nutrition Level 1

Timeline

Director of Basketball Performance

Fresno State University
06.2021 - Current

Associate Strength and Conditioning Coach

University of California Davis, UC Davis
08.2019 - 06.2021

Director of Basketball Performance

Utah Valley University
06.2018 - 07.2019

Strength and Conditioning Intern

University of Michigan
01.2018 - 06.2018

Personal Trainer

Equinox Fitness
10.2015 - 12.2017

Strength and Conditioning Intern

University of Illinois, Champaign
01.2015 - 06.2015

M.S - Kinesiology

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences

B.S - Exercise Science

Western Michigan University

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