Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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William Eklund

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Summary

Diligent and hardworking Varsity Softball Head Coach with proven record of success in softball over 12 years. Skilled at taking athletes and developing effective, agile players. Good program leadership and tactical planning skills. Manage and improve team effectiveness with knowledgeable and proven leadership skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mount San Antonio College Scouting and Recruiting

Mount San Antonio College
06.2016 - Current
  • Back to Back State of California Champions 2018 and 2019
  • Offered on field scouting recommendations aligned with overall softball strategies and prioritized process improvement for overall program achievements
  • Liaised with Head Coach on managing tendencies for upcoming opponents on schedule
  • Operated and maintained future prospects tracking
  • Arranged advanced interviews between future prospects and coaching staff
  • Developed targeted strategies to locate future athletes types, meeting short- and long-term organization objectives
  • Specialized in recruiting well-qualified student athletes
  • Conferred with Head Coach and Trainer to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans
  • Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches
  • Traveled across California to observe junior athletes and identify potential team recruits

President of Arsenal Fast Pitch Softball

Arsenal Fast Pitch Softball
04.2007 - Current

Currently have student athletes achieve 84 academic/athletic scholarships awarded to players from Organization

  • Adapted coaching techniques based on individual learning styles to effectively communicate strategies to all players on the roster.
  • Facilitated communication among players, parents, and school administration, maintaining transparency in all aspects of the program.
  • Continuously enhanced personal coaching knowledge by attending industry conferences, workshops, and seminars to stay current on best practices in the field.
  • Organized fundraising events to support team expenses, reducing financial burdens on players and their families.
  • Coordinated offseason training programs to maintain player skill development during non-competitive months.
  • Evaluated player progress throughout the season using video analysis tools and providing constructive feedback.
  • Achieved consistent winning seasons through effective game planning and player development.
  • Recruited top talent for the program, building a competitive roster for continued success.
  • Managed team budgets responsibly, ensuring adequate funding for equipment, uniforms, and travel expenses.
  • Promoted sportsmanship among players through modeling respectful behavior towards opponents and officials.

Varsity Head Coach

San Dimas High School
08.2022 - 06.2024

Head Coach at San Dimas CIF Birth 2024, Over all Record 22-32 Rebuilding Program

  • Developed athletes'' skills through focused coaching, leading to improved individual and team results.
  • Managed all aspects of team operations including budgeting, scheduling, travel arrangements, and equipment management.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing rigorous training programs and fostering a strong work ethic.
  • Established a winning culture by setting high expectations for players and promoting teamwork.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, and school administration, promoting open communication channels.

Varsity Head Coach

Summit High School
09.2020 - 06.2022

Head Coach with CIF Birth 2021 semi round, CIF Birth 2022, overall record of 28-18

  • Developed athletes'' skills through focused coaching, leading to improved individual and team results.
  • Managed all aspects of team operations including budgeting, scheduling, travel arrangements, and equipment management.
  • Established a winning culture by setting high expectations for players and promoting teamwork.
  • Nurtured a positive team atmosphere by emphasizing respect, sportsmanship, and camaraderie among players.
  • Implemented effective game strategies, resulting in a higher winning percentage each season.

Head Varsity Softball Coach

Alta Loma High School
02.2017 - 08.2019

Overall record of 29-21 CIF birth in 2018, first time in over 20 years. Moved from Division 4 to Division 3 and transferred from Mt. Baldy League to very competitive Palomares League.

  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies, which bolstered individual and team performance
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
  • Managed Kobata and Candrea (Team USA) drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels
  • Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices
  • Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels
  • Reminded athletes and coaching staff to display and promote good sportsmanship with competing teams on and off field
  • Actively participated in fundraising events in managerial capacity, helping team bring in $12000 to pay for new equipment and other expenses

Head Varsity Softball Coach

Mayfield Prep High School
09.2016 - 06.2017

Overall record of 15-8, CIF birth first time in 19 years

  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies, which bolstered individual and team performance
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
  • Managed Kobata and Candrea (Team USA) drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels
  • Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices
  • Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels

Head Junior Varsity Softball Coach

Etiwanda High School
09.2014 - 06.2016

Overall record 30-7.

  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies, which bolstered individual and team performance
  • Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices
  • Managed Kobata and Candrea (Team USA) drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress

Head Junior Varsity Softball Coach

West Covina High School
09.2013 - 06.2014

Overall record of 20-5

  • Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies, which bolstered individual and team performance
  • Managed Kobata and Candrea (Team USA) drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels

Education

Howard Kobata Training
University of Hawaii

Crystl Bustos
Team USA

National Federation of State High Schools Assoc.

Skills

  • Physical and endurance training
  • Performance improvements
  • Offensive and defensive strategy
  • Game rules
  • Training and development
  • Athlete safety

Accomplishments

Arsenal Fast Pitch is proud to have 100% of all student/athletes who completed softball training with the Arsenal Organization obtain academic and athletic scholarships for universities and colleges throughout the United States.

Ranked #1 Ruthless Sports (Bustos) 16u Elite team. 2018 Ranked #1 Easton Preps Eklund 18u and 16u Elite teams. 2017

USA Preps Best of the Best Champions Las Vegas, 2017

USA Preps Best of the Best Champions Las Vegas. 2016

Affiliations

USA Softball Member #680865

USSSA Softball Member #4949959

Triple Crown Sports Member #1290777

Certification

Certificates in the following through NFHS

Mandated Reporter 2019 renewed

Sexual Harassment and Discrimination 2019 renewed

Concussion in Sports 2019 renewed

Certified Interscholastic Level 1&2 Coach

Teaching and Modeling Behavior 2019

Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention 2019

Strength and Conditioning 2019

Fundamentals of Coaching 2016

Coaching Softball 2016

Sportsmanship 2016

Bullying, Hazing and Inappropriate Behavior 2016

Engaging Effectively with Parents 2016

Basic Pest Management in the School 2018 renewed

Adult Tuberculosis Certificate 2019

CPR, First Aid and AED Certified 2019, renewed

Timeline

Varsity Head Coach

San Dimas High School
08.2022 - 06.2024

Varsity Head Coach

Summit High School
09.2020 - 06.2022

Head Varsity Softball Coach

Alta Loma High School
02.2017 - 08.2019

Head Varsity Softball Coach

Mayfield Prep High School
09.2016 - 06.2017

Mount San Antonio College Scouting and Recruiting

Mount San Antonio College
06.2016 - Current

Head Junior Varsity Softball Coach

Etiwanda High School
09.2014 - 06.2016

Head Junior Varsity Softball Coach

West Covina High School
09.2013 - 06.2014

President of Arsenal Fast Pitch Softball

Arsenal Fast Pitch Softball
04.2007 - Current

Howard Kobata Training

Crystl Bustos

National Federation of State High Schools Assoc.
William Eklund