KEITH (COACH C) COPELAND
San Pedro
Summary
Athletic leader with expertise in training program development and performance optimization. Proven ability to motivate teams and individuals, fostering a culture of discipline and achievement through customized coaching strategies. Demonstrated commitment to excellence with a strong record of leadership, mentorship, and successful program outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Head Track & Field Coach-Sprints & Relays
Serra High School
Gardena
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Facilitated development and execution of customized sprint and relay training programs for athletes.
- Collaborated with head coach to establish strategic race plans and optimize relay team formations.
- Refined baton exchange techniques to enhance overall team performance in relay events.
- Provided daily technical instruction and motivation to sprinters, emphasizing proper mechanics, speed development, and race strategy.
Program Sports Director
Crenshaw Family YMCA
Los Angeles
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Responsible for overseeing the administration and development of the team’s sports programming.
- This includes managing physical operations and facilities, overseeing financial planning and budgeting, coordinating program logistics, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- The role also involves fostering strong community relations, recruiting and managing volunteer leadership, and contributing to long-term development initiatives and strategic planning efforts.
Assistant Head Track & Field Coach-Sprints & Relays
Ceres High School
Ceres
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Facilitated development and execution of customized sprint and relay training programs for athletes.
- Collaborated with head coach to establish strategic race plans and optimize relay team formations.
- Refined baton exchange techniques to enhance overall team performance in relay events.
- Provided daily technical instruction and motivation to sprinters, emphasizing proper mechanics, speed development, and race strategy.
Assistant Head Track & Field Coach-Sprints & Relays
Granite Hills High School
Apple Valley
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Facilitated development and execution of customized sprint and relay training programs for athletes.
- Collaborated with head coach to establish strategic race plans and optimize relay team formations.
- Refined baton exchange techniques to enhance overall team performance in relay events.
- Provided daily technical instruction and motivation to sprinters, emphasizing proper mechanics, speed development, and race strategy.
Athletic Director-Head Track & Field, Cross Country Coach
Summit Leadership Academy Charter School
Hesperia
07.2010 - 05.2012
- Supervised Athletic and Physical Education Department, managing operations for 11 varsity sports.
- Oversaw scheduling and logistics for all home athletic contests, including transportation arrangements.
- Directed comprehensive track & field program, managing planning, coaching, recruiting, budgeting, and scheduling.
- Led recruitment processes for coaching staff to ensure program excellence and competitiveness.
- Developed training regimens collaboratively with coaching staff for all event groups.
- Participated in fundraising initiatives to enhance financial sustainability of athletic programs.
- Cultivated culture of accountability and sportsmanship, improving team retention and cohesion.
Athletic Director-Head Football, & Basketball Coach
High Desert Academy Charter School
Victorville
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Supervised the Athletic and Physical Education Department, overseeing operations for 6 varsity-level boys and girls sports.
- Managed all home athletic contests, coordinated scheduling and logistics including bus transportation, and led the recruitment and hiring of all coaching staff.
- Actively participated in fundraising events to support the athletic program and ensure its financial sustainability.
- Provided oversight of all program compliance (to include all NCAA clearinghouse procedures), student-athlete development, and day-to-day departmental operations.
Head Track Field & Cross Country Coach
Victor Valley High School
Victorville
10.2003 - 06.2009
- Directed comprehensive track & field program, managing planning, coaching, recruiting, budgeting, and scheduling.
- Led recruitment processes for coaching staff to ensure program excellence and competitiveness.
- Developed training regimens collaboratively with coaching staff for all event groups.
- Participated in fundraising initiatives to enhance financial sustainability of athletic programs.
- Cultivated culture of accountability and sportsmanship, improving team retention and cohesion.
Education
Master's Certification - Strength & Conditioning
NASM
Gilbert, AZ06-2025
Master's Certification - Sports Coaching & Administration
United States Sports Academy
Daphne, AL10-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC12-2004
High School Diploma -
LA University High School
other06-1981
Skills
- Training program development
- Team motivation
- Performance analysis
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Diversity and inclusion
- Production management
- Schedule management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Presentation design
Former Athlete and Coach
- As a former high school champion, college champion and all-american, all-army track champion, and championship coach, I know first hand the commitment, sacrifice, and excellence needed to become a high level athletic performer and to maintain success. .
Timeline
Assistant Head Track & Field Coach-Sprints & Relays
Serra High School
10.2018 - 06.2020
Program Sports Director
Crenshaw Family YMCA
07.2016 - 06.2018
Assistant Head Track & Field Coach-Sprints & Relays
Ceres High School
01.2014 - 05.2014
Assistant Head Track & Field Coach-Sprints & Relays
Granite Hills High School
01.2013 - 05.2013
Athletic Director-Head Track & Field, Cross Country Coach
Summit Leadership Academy Charter School
07.2010 - 05.2012
Athletic Director-Head Football, & Basketball Coach
High Desert Academy Charter School
08.2008 - 06.2010
Head Track Field & Cross Country Coach
Victor Valley High School
10.2003 - 06.2009
Master's Certification - Strength & Conditioning
NASM
Master's Certification - Sports Coaching & Administration
United States Sports Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
University of The District of Columbia
High School Diploma -
LA University High School
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