Darrell Peries
Valencia,CA
Summary
Experienced coach with a proven track record in basketball, tennis, and athlete development, combining over a decade of leadership in high school and international settings. Recognized as a standout high school tennis player with multiple championships and accolades, transitioning into coaching to lead high school teams to numerous league and state titles, including multiple Foothill League Championships as Head Varsity Tennis Coach at Valencia High School.
Extensive international experience includes serving as a Basketball Skills Trainer for ALIGN Worldwide in the Philippines, mentoring elite athletes such as Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) players, and coaching athletes pursuing academic and athletic opportunities in the U.S.
Certified by the National College of Exercise Professionals, leveraging expertise in strength and conditioning alongside advanced coaching methodologies. Success includes preparing athletes for collegiate and professional opportunities through private training, focusing on skill development, mental toughness, and athletic performance. Dedicated to fostering excellence and achieving measurable results in sports coaching and athlete development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Varsity Tennis Boys/Girls Coach
Valencia High School
07.2021 - Current
Leads Boys and Girls Tennis Teams to represent Valencia High School for CIF interscholastic competition
Program Accolades under Coach Peries
- Girls League Championships: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- Boys League Championships: 2023–24
- Athletes have gone on to play Division 1 and Junior College Tennis
- Multiple All-Conference Selections
- 2021 Valencia High School Female Athlete of the Year
- Overall League Record over four years: 77-7
Head Coach, U15 Basketball Team
Starting Five Basketball Program
03.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Elite basketball training program located in the heart of Santa Clarita Valley
- Coached team of 8 players in skill development and led teams in tournaments across Southern California and Las Vegas
Individual & Small Group Tennis Coach
Self-employed
01.2015 - Current
- Trains Junior Tennis players working on skill development and match play fundamentals
- Created and organized off-season tennis camps for 4 years.
Head Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
Valencia High School
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Led Valencia High School Freshman team to 2023 Foothill League Championship
- Oversaw Summer Strength and Conditioning Program for the Basketball Team
Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
Valencia High School
06.2022 - 06.2024
- 2023 CIF State Division IV Champion and Southern Regional Champion
- Operated summer basketball programs for talent scouting and team preparation
- Developed practice plans, analyzed game film, and tracked player development
Basketball Skills Development Coach
ALIGN Worldwide
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Conducted skill-building drills for Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) athletes
- Focused on performance habits, meditation, and recovery
- Identified strengths and weaknesses in player skills with written reports
Education Consultant, Head of Athletics Operations
Qicheng Education Consulting
03.2016 - 11.2019
- Company Overview: Premier Education Consulting School focused on English speaking, reading and writing skills along with Study Abroad Programs
- Designed strength and conditioning programs for basketball players preparing for U.S Study Abroad Programs
- Integrated nutrition plans and performance analytics to optimize athlete outcome
Junior Varsity Boys/Girls Coach & Varsity Assistant Coach
Valencia High School
01.2008 - 01.2016
- JV League Championships: Boys (2012, 2008); Girls (2012–2014)
- Assistant Coach for Division II CIF Southern Section Champions: 2014
Education
Liberal Arts
Harvard University Extension School
Cambridge, MA06-2021
Strength And Conditioning Certification -
National College of Exercise Professionals
02.2023
Athletic Playing Experience
- Basketball, Practice Player: MPBL Teams (Philippines) and FIBA 3x3 National Team., Competed in international tournaments, including the HIBA International Tournament (China, 2018) and B-ONE Invitational (Asia, 2019).
- Tennis, Valencia High School Varsity Player: Foothill League Champion (2006, 2007)., First Team All-League & CIF Individual Tournament Champion (2007).
Timeline
Head Coach, U15 Basketball Team
Starting Five Basketball Program
03.2024 - Current
Head Freshman Boys Basketball Coach
Valencia High School
06.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
Valencia High School
06.2022 - 06.2024
Head Varsity Tennis Boys/Girls Coach
Valencia High School
07.2021 - Current
Basketball Skills Development Coach
ALIGN Worldwide
01.2020 - 06.2021
Education Consultant, Head of Athletics Operations
Qicheng Education Consulting
03.2016 - 11.2019
Individual & Small Group Tennis Coach
Self-employed
01.2015 - Current
Junior Varsity Boys/Girls Coach & Varsity Assistant Coach
Valencia High School
01.2008 - 01.2016
Liberal Arts
Harvard University Extension School
Strength And Conditioning Certification -
National College of Exercise Professionals
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