Brandon Walker
Albany
Summary
Dynamic football coach with a proven track record at Andrew College, specializing in player development and defensive strategies. Expert in film analysis and technique instruction, I successfully elevated team performance while fostering a culture of safety and discipline. My recruitment evaluation skills have consistently attracted top talent, enhancing overall team success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Linebackers' Coach
Andrew College
Cuthbert
07.2024 - Current
- Developed individual player improvement plans based on skills assessment results.
- Provided instruction in tackling, pass coverage, and run defense techniques.
- Ensured that all players followed safety protocols during practice sessions.
- Evaluated potential recruits for skill level and physical fitness aptitude.
- Instructed players on proper equipment care and maintenance techniques.
- Analyzed film of opposing teams' offensive plays to develop defensive strategies.
Defensive Coordinator
ReVamped Gators
Gainesville
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Analyzed opponent's strengths and weaknesses to devise effective defensive strategies.
- Evaluated personnel for appropriate placement in various defensive formations.
- Gave motivational speeches before games to inspire team morale.
- Communicated with other coaches regarding player development and team strategy.
- Coached players on proper technique, positioning, and execution of defensive plays.
Varsity Defensive Line Coach/JV D Line Coach
Gainesville High School
Gainesville
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Evaluated player performance during games and practices to identify areas of improvement.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during practices and games.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress both academically and athletically.
- Collaborated closely with head coach in developing defensive strategies specific to each opponent's weaknesses.
- Motivated players during practices so that they could reach their full potential both individually and collectively as a unit.
Co-Defensive Coordinator/LB Coach and Recruiter
MTI Prep Bison's
Gainesville
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked cooperatively with athletic program to provide positive leadership and coaching for team's defensive players.
- Provided group and individual guidance on sports rules, game strategies and performance principles to achieve winning results.
- Managed football summer programs, tryouts, practice schedules and routines.
- Directed physical conditioning programs enabling athletes to achieve maximum performance.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Recruited student-athletes of highest caliber to elevate team performance.
D Coordinator, LB Coach, WR Coach/ Head Coach JV
Ft.Clark Falcons
Gainesville
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Assisted head coach by overseeing practice warmups, conditioning and daily exercises while modeling technique.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Demonstrated proper technique for penetrating, lifting and pinning for team and coaching staff.
- Maintained master schedule and set up appointments.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
- Participated in play design and successfully executed strategic plans tailored to specific opponents.
Head Coach/ Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Co
M2M Eagles
Gainesville
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Developed and oversaw team budget, logistics and equipment purchases.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Planned strategies for each match based on knowledge of opposing team and individual player strengths.
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
Assistant DC and O/D Line Coach
Ft.Clarke Falcons
Gainesville
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked cooperatively with athletic program to provide positive leadership and coaching for team's defensive players.
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Recruited student-athletes of highest caliber to elevate team performance.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Linebackers Coach
Gainesville Panthers
Gainesville
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Education
Associate of Science - Allied Health
City College of Gainesville
Gainesville07-2013
Skills
- Player development
- Defensive strategies
- Film analysis
- Technique instruction
- Safety protocols
- Recruitment evaluation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Linebackers' Coach
Andrew College
07.2024 - Current
Defensive Coordinator
ReVamped Gators
11.2022 - 05.2024
Varsity Defensive Line Coach/JV D Line Coach
Gainesville High School
08.2022 - 12.2022
Co-Defensive Coordinator/LB Coach and Recruiter
MTI Prep Bison's
03.2021 - 12.2021
D Coordinator, LB Coach, WR Coach/ Head Coach JV
Ft.Clark Falcons
03.2019 - 12.2021
Head Coach/ Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Co
M2M Eagles
07.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant DC and O/D Line Coach
Ft.Clarke Falcons
08.2016 - 01.2017
Linebackers Coach
Gainesville Panthers
08.2015 - 01.2016
Associate of Science - Allied Health
City College of Gainesville
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