Akennia Ellis
Atlanta
Summary
Dynamic Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach at Fulton County Schools, excelling in player development and performance analysis. Proven track record in fundraising and budget management, fostering a culture of teamwork and discipline. Adept at building relationships and motivating athletes to achieve their personal and team goals, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Fulton County Schools
Fairburn
08.2018 - Current
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Developed fundraising strategies to support team expenses and equipment needs.
- Worked with boosters, parents, and school administrators to handle support functions.
- Managed a budget for equipment purchases and travel expenses.
- Analyzed player performance and game footage to identify areas for improvement and strategic adjustments.
- Developed positive relationships with other teams' coaches and officials.
- Coordinated pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Ensured safety of all participants through proper instruction on rules and regulations.
- Provided guidance on personal issues that may affect a player's performance.
- Developed strategies to maximize team strengths while minimizing weaknesses.
- Conducted regular team meetings to set goals, review progress, and address concerns.
- Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
- Organized and led practices and drills to improve players' individual skills.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Encouraged good sportsmanship among players both on the court and off the court.
- Coordinated team fundraising efforts for special projects or trips.
- Collaborated with athletic directors to ensure adherence to NCAA regulations.
- Coordinated fundraising events to raise money for sports equipment and travel expenses.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches, and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
- Maintained compliance with all league, association, and school regulations and standards.
- Managed assistant coaches and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Southern Polytechnic State University
Marietta12-2011
Skills
- Player development
- Game strategy
- Performance analysis
- Fundraising strategies
- Budget management
- Team organization
- Safety compliance
- Communication skills
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Goal setting
- Practice planning
- Staff management
- Motivational leadership
- Team culture
- Academic support
- Discipline management
- Social media and promotions
Accomplishments
- Undefeated Season (2024-2025) First in School History
- Coach of the Year (GPB Sports, Class 4A / Region 4)
- State Champions (2025) First in School History
- Region Champions (2025)
Timeline
Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Fulton County Schools
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Southern Polytechnic State University
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