Oversee the day to day operations of directing a men's and women's Cross Country and Track & Field program that transitioned from the NCAA Division 3 ranks into a new era of NCAA Division 2. Establish a strategic plan to elevate the programs in the Lone Star Conference and the NCAA. In charge of all duties associated with being the head coach including recruiting, hiring/mentoring of coaches, budget preparation, meet management, travel logistics, specific event group program design and implementation; Responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures outlined by the NCAA, the University, and the Lone Star Conference. Serve as a member of the NCAA D2 Track and Field Executive Committee. Selected Contributions:Demonstrate leadership and direction in recruiting, training, and mentoring student athletes; spearhead grass-roots campaign to cultivate alumni relationships to support program success. Develop and implement training programs for sprints, throws, jumps, pole vault, and multi-events Ensure appropriate resources and budgets were available to meet or exceed organizational goals and objectives.  Establish recruiting ties locally, regionally and internationally. Work directly with sports medicine and strength development staff to put together programs in increase athletic performance while limiting injuries.  Earned numerous awards during first 5 years at UT-Tyler tenure, including 14 USTFCCCA Division 2 All-Americans, 53 NCAA Indoor/Outdoor Qualifiers, 38 USTFCCCA South Central Region Team Selections, 13 Lone Star Conference Individual Champions, 82 All Lone Star Conference Performers, 18 Lone Star Conference All-Academic Team Selections, 14 USTFCCCA All-Academic Selections, 2019-2020-2021-2022 Men & Women USTFCCCA Cross Country All-Academic Team recognition, 2020-2021-2022-2023 Men & Women USTFCCCA All-Academic Team Recognition, 103 New School Records, College Sports Communicators Third Team All American – Abeni Kratzmeyer

1. President of the Huron League – comprised of 8 high schools and middle schools (2013)2. Collaborate with sport booster clubs in organizing and carrying out fund raising efforts3. Supervise or provide for the proper supervision of all athletic contests and district, regional or state level competition4. Work with students and staff to assure success for scheduled events5. Work collaboratively to establish a comprehensive Student-Athlete Handbook6. Supervise, manage and evaluate the school athletic program7. Ensure eligibility of athletes8. Coordinate supervision of all home athletic contests9. Assist coaches in assessing their individual programs in relation to program objectives10.Work with coaching staff in developing program goals in keeping with district philosophy11. Provide leadership to coaching staff in annually identifying program strengths and weaknesses12. Involve students and parents (as appropriate) in athletic development and evaluation13. Schedule all athletic programs both home and away14. Arrange all transportation for the athletic program15. Develop with the staff priorities for budget allocations16. Communicate with the public about the athletic program in the high school/middle school and establish positive community rapport17. Utilizes the news media effectively to insure quality coverage of co-curricular programs18. Work toward maintaining professionalism within the staff in their relationships with the public19. Assist in the selection, placement and evaluation of coaching staff assigned to the school20. Evaluate coaching staff using a consistent, high quality evaluation tool21. Work collaboratively with District maintenance staff to insure safety standards in all facilities22. Schedule all practice sessions for both indoor and outdoor23. Cordinate the scheduling facilities for community needs24. Fulfills conference and MHSAA obligations as required25. Plan with coaches the transportation schedule for all away games

•Recruited, trained, and coached members of the Track and Field programs in the areas of jumps, throws, and multi-events•Assisted in organizing and directing a training program to develop the team to its fullest potential •Negotiated with corporate apparel companies (Adidas/NIKE) in acquiring team apparel and shoe needs for the program.•Designed and administered a team operating budget of over $320,000 annually •Integrated duties and responsibilities with the Head Coach and other support personnel; compliance, admissions, equipment, academics, business office, development and strength departments•Adhered to and documented all NCAA and Conference compliance regulations for yearly practice and competition schedules, individual student-athlete practice limits, recruiting and permissible benefits•Managed team operations for track program including travel logistics, equipment invoicing and inventory, meet entries, budget documentations, etc.•Coordinated and executed game management for all home cross country and track competitions•Developed and maintained national and international recruiting database•Designed and implemented recruiting plan leading to signing top national/international talent•Directed summer track and field camps; marketing, registration, staff hiring, program development, university housing/dining contracts, complying with university and NCAA rules and regulations, handled registration fees and billing.•Established and maintained alumni relationships for team unity and fund raising efforts•Organized, prepared and conducted a year-end banquet for team, parents, alumni and staff.•Developed and oversaw a grass-roots campaign to create a track and field alumni group in an effort to reconnect the past with the present program.•Designed and implemented multifaceted training programs for the development of a diverse group of student-athletes•Collaborated with all event groups throughout the track season to build team chemistry

• Managed the recruiting, hiring and training process for new personnel to ensure Velocity Sports Performance quality standards were achieved • Conducted weekly training sessions with coaches to facilitate training program uniformity • Directed and monitored and evaluated facility staff including 5 coaches, secretarial personnel, and marketing team• Performed monthly and weekly workforce assemblies to cover business objectives, procedures, bonus systems, safety concerns, and new training techniques• Managed and organized an internship program which educated the interns regarding business practices and policies; as well as training programs and protocol• Conveyed speeches to local community organizations to assemble support for business efforts• Developed relationships with local school coaches and administration, organizations, business, professional teams, and elite athletes and clubs to produce business clients and sales achievements • Trained staff on training protocols during planned training sessions• Scheduled and conducted team training and trial sessions for all level of athletes; novice to professionals

Program design and implemented training program for field event student athletes.Oversaw team equipment needs.Worked closed with student-athlete academic advisor and Life Skills program.Advised and monitored the academic progress of student-athletesAssisted in the implementation of team strategies.Designed and implemented aspects of a recruiting plan specifically for the recruiting of men's and women's throwing events, pole vaulters and multi-event athletes and advised the head coach on financial aid and admissions support necessary for the successful admissions of the student athlete.Identified qualified student-athletes for the university through national and international results, programs, and recommendations. Made necessary contact with high school coaches and guidance counselors to obtain statistics to identify these athletes.Maintained an ongoing database of qualified student-athletes for admissions in the current year and subsequent years.Evaluated athletic potential of student-athletes in the field events by attending national, regional and local level competitions.Made weekly phone calls to recruitable prospects.Maintained accurate records in order to keep the university in compliance with NCAA and Conference USA rules and regulations.Served as Co-Director for home cross country and outdoor competitions.Assisting in the development of schedules for practice and competition.Monitored the condition of equipment and requesting repairs or replace as necessary.Managed, monitored and stored all required records and paperwork per regulatory requirements (NCAA compliance) for the field event athletes.

Designed and implemented training programs for the men and women throwers.

Logistics coordinator for team travelProgram design and implemented training program for field event student athletes.Liason between staff and equipment personnel, and facility personnel.Worked closed with student-athlete academic advisor and Life Skills program.Advised and monitored the academic progress of student-athletesAssisted in the implementation of team strategies.Designed and implemented aspects of a recruiting plan specifically for the recruiting of men field event athletes and advised the head coach on financial aid and admissions support necessary for the successful admissions of the student athlete.Identified qualified student-athletes for the university through national results, programs, and recommendations and contacting high school coaches and guidance counselors as necessary to obtain statistics to identify these athletes.Maintained an ongoing database of qualified student-athletes for admissions in the current year and subsequent years.Evaluated athletic potential of all men in the field events by attending national, regional and local level competitions.Made weekly phone calls to recruitable prospects.Maintained accurate records in order to keep the university in compliance with NCAA and Big Ten Conference rules.Served as Co-Director for home cross country, indoor and outdoor competitions.Provided valuable input in developing and monitoring the program budget relative to my positions primary responsibilities; equipment, sponsorship company contract, and team travel logistics.Assisting in the development of schedules for practice and competition.Monitored expenditures and cash disbursements for compliance with university, departmental and NCAA policies.Monitored the condition of equipment and requesting repairs or replace as necessary.Managed, monitored and stored all required records and paperwork per regulatory requirements (NCAA compliance) for the field event athletes.

Logistics coordinator for team travelProgram design and implemented training program for field event student athletes.Liason between staff and equipment personnel, and facility personnel.Worked closed with student-athlete academic advisor and Life Skills program.Advised and monitored the academic progress of student-athletesAssisted in the implementation of team strategies.Designed and implemented aspects of a recruiting plan specifically for the recruiting of female field event athletes and advised the head coach on financial aid and admissions support necessary for the successful admissions of the student athlete.Identified qualified student-athletes for the university through national and international results, programs, and recommendations. Contacted high school coaches and guidance counselors as necessary to obtain statistics to identify these athletes.Maintained an ongoing database of qualified student-athletes for admissions in the current year and subsequent years.Evaluated athletic potential of all women in the field events by attending national, regional and local level competitions.Made weekly phone calls to recruitable prospects.Maintained accurate records in order to keep the university in compliance with NCAA and Atlantic Coast Conference rules.Served as Meet director for the women's staff for all home competitions. Provided valuable input in developing and monitoring the program budget relative to my positions primary responsibilities; equipment, sponsorship company contract, and team travel logistics.Assisting in the development of schedules for practice and competition.Monitored expenditures and cash disbursements for compliance with university, departmental and NCAA policies.Monitored the condition of equipment and requesting repairs or replace as necessary.Managed, monitored and stored all required records and paperwork per regulatory requirements (NCAA compliance) for the field event athletes.

Coached and recruited men's and women's jumps, sprints, hurdles, relays, throwers and pole vaulters.Established and implemented a comprehensive recruiting effort to attract regional and nationally qualified student-athletes.Served as meet director for all home outdoor track and field events.

Assisted in the development and implementation of the training program for KU men and women vaulters and jumpers.Served as an vital member of the meet directing team for the Kansas Relays and Road Races. Working with area community groups/businesses for support and sponsorships. Managed 20 member student group who assisted in the day to day planning of the 4 day event. Worked closely with university ticket, marketing and media relations departments in the promotion of the event. Established relationships with participating teams and high level individual athletes to secure contracted appearance fees and hotel guarantees. Coordinated and assigned all officials for the event. Worked with university alumni organization in establishing a Hall of Fame dinner and presentation as part of the event. Contacted area, regional and national sponsorships to assist in the funding of the event.