Deedra Walker
Peyton,CO
Summary
Knowledgeable assistant coach. Proven ability to motivate individuals and teams, leading to significant performance improvements. Demonstrated effective communication and strategic planning skills in various coaching environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach
Colorado Juniors
01.2020 - Current
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
Acquisition Manager
Stewardship Rentals
01.2019 - Current
- Built strong relationships with potential acquisition targets, fostering trust and open communication throughout negotiations.
- Optimized valuation models for target companies, providing accurate assessments for decision-making purposes.
- Achieved successful acquisitions by conducting thorough market research and identifying key targets.
Child Protective Services
Kansas Department for Children and Families
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained knowledge of current legislation, regulations, policies, and best practices within the field of Child Protective Services social work.
- Fostered positive relationships with community partners including law enforcement, child protective services, medical professionals, and mental health providers to facilitate a coordinated response to cases involving abuse or neglect.
- Advocated for children''s best interests in court proceedings or meetings with child protective services when needed, ensuring their voices were heard and rights were protected.
- Coordinated with social services agencies like Child Protective Services or mental health specialists as required during specific incidents.
Head Coach
MAVS Volleyball
01.2018 - 12.2018
JV Coach
Kapaun Mt. Carmel
01.2018 - 12.2018
Head Coach
Wichita Volleyball Academy
01.2017 - 12.2017
JV Coach
Kapaun Mt. Carmel
01.2017 - 12.2017
Education
Bachelors - Human Development and Family Studies
Colorado State University
01.2014
Skills
- Effective communication
- Group leadership
- Personable and friendly
- Building relationships
- Athlete development
- Team development
Accomplishments
October 2024 - Named to Colorado State University Hall of Fame
Player Experience
- Colorado State University, 2010-2014, 2014, All American, Mountain West Player of the Year, Mountain West Player of the Week (10/06, 11/24), AVCA National Player of the Week, 3rd in the Nation in assists, All-Pacific North region AVCA, All Mountain West Preseason Team, NCAA Sweet 16, Broke CSU assists records, 2013, All Mountain West Preseason Team, All-America Honorable Mention, All-Pacific North region AVCA, Mountain West Setter of the Year, All-Mountain West, Mountain West Player of the Week (09/09, 11/18), Pepperdine Invitational MVP, USA Volleyball National A2 Program, silver medal, 10th in the Nation in assists, NCAA Appearance, 2012, Rams Volleyball Classic all-tournament team, Rocky Mountain Invite MVP, All Mountain West Team, NCAA Appearance, 2011, Mountain West Newcomer of the Year, NCAA Appearance, 2010, Redshirt
- High School, 2007-2010, 2009, 5th at State, first-team all-state honors, 3A South Puget Sound League Player of the Year, 2008, 6th at State, second-team all-state honoree, 4 Varsity Letters in Volleyball
Coaching Experience
- 2020, Coach, Colorado Juniors
- 2018, Head Coach, MAVS Volleyball
- 2018, JV Coach, Kapaun Mt. Carmel
- 2017, Head Coach, Wichita Volleyball Academy, 26th at Nationals
- 2017, JV Coach, Kapaun Mt. Carmel
Timeline
Coach
Colorado Juniors
01.2020 - Current
Acquisition Manager
Stewardship Rentals
01.2019 - Current
Child Protective Services
Kansas Department for Children and Families
01.2018 - 01.2019
Head Coach
MAVS Volleyball
01.2018 - 12.2018
JV Coach
Kapaun Mt. Carmel
01.2018 - 12.2018
Head Coach
Wichita Volleyball Academy
01.2017 - 12.2017
JV Coach
Kapaun Mt. Carmel
01.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelors - Human Development and Family Studies
Colorado State University
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