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James Downey

Mineville,NS

Summary

Committed Head Coach adept in strategy development and implementation. Accustomed to studying and evaluating team and competition data, including video and statistics, to further drive improvements and success. Driven to bring value to organizational team through hard work and dedication. Inspiring Coach bringing extensive experience guiding and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential. Driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes to build sustainable training and eating habits. Spirited Head Coach committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence. Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support. Proponent of detailed finance and resource management to maintain positive perception of program and expand competitive opportunities.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Coach

North Preston Bulls U14 Girls Division 1
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in recruitment and selection of additional coaching staff to establish strong and competent team.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.

Head Coach

Preston Elite U13 Girls
03.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in recruitment and selection of additional coaching staff to establish strong and competent team.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.

Youth Basketball Assistant Coach

North Preston Bulls U16 Girls Division 1
09.2021 - Current
  • Promoted good sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among athletes both on and off the court.
  • Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.

Head Coach

Sackville Storm Boys Division 1
09.2008 - 04.2014
  • Assisted in recruitment and selection of additional coaching staff to establish strong and competent team.
  • Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.

Head Coach

Cole Harbour High School Boys Team
09.2013 - 03.2014
  • Used previous game and team data to make informed decisions regarding game strategies.
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.

Skills

  • Physically Fit
  • Rule Enforcement
  • Practice Planning and Management
  • Weight Training
  • Group leadership
  • Team Management
  • Operations Management
  • Community Engagement
  • Athlete Development
  • Game rules
  • Attention to Detail
  • Physical and endurance training
  • Game coordination

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Head Coach

North Preston Bulls U14 Girls Division 1
09.2023 - Current

Head Coach

Preston Elite U13 Girls
03.2023 - Current

Youth Basketball Assistant Coach

North Preston Bulls U16 Girls Division 1
09.2021 - Current

Head Coach

Cole Harbour High School Boys Team
09.2013 - 03.2014

Head Coach

Sackville Storm Boys Division 1
09.2008 - 04.2014
James Downey