Melanie Vosman
St. Andrews,NS
Summary
Committed 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.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Coach - Junior Varsity Girls
Dr. John Hugh Gillis Regional High School
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership among athletes, instilling valuable life skills both on and off the field.
- Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
- Implemented effective injury prevention measures, resulting in a decrease in player injuries throughout the season.
- Managed administrative tasks such as budgeting, travel arrangements, scheduling practices, maintaining equipment inventory, resulting in seamless operations behind the scenes.
Assistant Coach - Senior Varsity Boys
St. Mary's Education Centre/ Academy
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Contributed to the development of a comprehensive playbook detailing offensive and defensive schemes necessary for optimal game performance.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Observed athletes during practice and game situations to assess performance and provide tips for improvement.
Head Coach - U18 Girls
Guysborough Minor Basketball Association
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Evaluated player performance regularly through skill assessments to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement.
Head Coach - U14 Girls
Antigonish Minor Basketball Association
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Streamlined practice sessions by designing efficient workout schedules and drills, maximizing time on task.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Enforced discipline both on and off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.
Head Coach - U12 Girls
Antigonish Minor Basketball Association
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics.
- Devised lessons on introductory and advanced skills to support safe and guided athlete development.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Head Coach - U10 Girls
Antigonish Minor Basketball Association
10.2013 - 02.2016
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
Student Assistant Coach - Senior Varsity Girls
Dr. John Hugh Gillis Regional High School
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as scheduling practices, meetings, and film sessions in order to maximize efficiency throughout the season.
- Collaborated with other coaching staff members to ensure consistent messaging and coaching techniques across the entire program.
- Served as a mentor to student-athletes both on and off the field, promoting personal growth alongside athletic achievements.
Head Coach - Junior High
St. Andrew's Junior School
01.2013 - 02.2013
- Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
Education
Master of Science - Physiotherapy
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS10.2019
Skills
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Schedule Coordination
- Group leadership
- Safety understanding
- Attention to Detail
- Creativity and Flexibility
- Practice Management
- Personable and friendly
- Performance Evaluation
- Athlete Development
Certification
- NCCP Train to Train - NCCP #6020012
- Safe Sport Training
- Anti-Racism in Coaching
- NCCP Train to Compete - In Progress
Timeline
Head Coach - Junior Varsity Girls
Dr. John Hugh Gillis Regional High School
11.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Coach - Senior Varsity Boys
St. Mary's Education Centre/ Academy
11.2023 - 02.2024
Head Coach - U18 Girls
Guysborough Minor Basketball Association
04.2023 - 06.2023
Head Coach - U14 Girls
Antigonish Minor Basketball Association
10.2021 - 05.2022
Head Coach - U12 Girls
Antigonish Minor Basketball Association
10.2019 - 03.2021
Head Coach - U10 Girls
Antigonish Minor Basketball Association
10.2013 - 02.2016
Head Coach - Junior High
St. Andrew's Junior School
01.2013 - 02.2013
Student Assistant Coach - Senior Varsity Girls
Dr. John Hugh Gillis Regional High School
10.2012 - 03.2013
Master of Science - Physiotherapy
Dalhousie University
- NCCP Train to Train - NCCP #6020012
- Safe Sport Training
- Anti-Racism in Coaching
- NCCP Train to Compete - In Progress
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